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Park in West Philly, Provides community garden
Read the full story: Park in West Philly, Provides community gardenAbstract World Media September 26th 2026: Mzee Kambui The West Philly Peace Park, located in the heart of the West Philadelphia section of the city is one of many community gardens that are replacing the empty lots were abandoned homes…
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How Political Activism Uses Film to Drive Social Change
Read the full story: How Political Activism Uses Film to Drive Social ChangeEpisode 1: Political Activism & Film Political Activism & Film — A conversation with independent film director Deandre Jackson September 20, 2026 — Mzee Kambui, Abstract World Media FL — When people hear the word “activism,” they often picture protests,…
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Philadelphia One Arts Community Center Hosts Men’s Healing and Appreciation Event
Philadelphia One Arts Community Center Hosts Men’s Healing and Appreciation Event Philadelphia, PA — In a bid to spotlight men’s mental and emotional wellbeing, the Philadelphia One Arts Community Center recently hosted a Men’s Healing and Appreciation Event, drawing local…
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Vita Saana, The Art of Dirty Combat
Mzee Kambui, Abstract World Media 08/22/2026 Philadelphia Pennsylvania; In 1973 a new school of martial arts was formed by Mwalimu Alwanzo, Vita Saana which means (healthy life) is an African martial arts school based in Philadelphia Pa, was. Founded by…
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Zaezworld Productions Develops “Vita Saana” Documentary on African Martial Arts
Philadelphia filmmaker Mzee Kambui is developing Vita Saana: The African Martial Arts Documentary through Zaezworld Productions, a nonfiction exploration of African martial traditions and their practitioners.
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Philadelphia Filmmaker Mzee Kambui Enters Production on Independent Horror Feature “Apartment of the Dead”
Philadelphia-based independent filmmaker Mzee Kambui is in production on his debut feature film, Apartment of the Dead, through his production company Zaezworld Productions.
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Philadelphia Journalist Mzee Kambui Documents the City Through Film and Photography
Raised in Philadelphia, Mzee Kambui is an urban abstract photographer, independent film director, journalist, and community activist whose work focuses on the people and stories of the city.
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West Philadelphia Entrepreneur Turns Drug Corner Into Community Produce Staple
West Philadelphia Entrepreneur Turns Drug Corner Into Community Produce Staple June 14, 2026 | By Mzee Kambui | Abstract World Media For more than 15 years, West Philly Produce has been a staple in the Cobbs Creek section of West…
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