Debra Ngeru is an Entrepreneur, Multimedia Producer, Speaker, Lecturer and Writer dedicated to telling meaningful African stories with depth and authenticity.

 

She is currently producing two films: a documentary about a Kenyan man’s successful bone marrow transplant for sickle cell disease and a fiction feature exploring the role of family dynamics.

 

Debra co-produced "The Torch” with The Othrs, a climate film featuring African activists from different generations standing against climate injustice in the Global South. The film is in post-production and set for release in 2026.

 

As an Impact Producer, Debra worked on "Flight/Risk" (Amazon Prime Video) and "Disco Africa"(distributed by Sudu Connexion). Her previous works include "Oil and Water" (Hot Docs World Premiere), "Gun Runners", "Early Marriage" (Kalasha Awards Nominee, 2015), and "Kenya Rising".

 

Her career has allowed her to collaborate with notable organisations, including Al Jazeera, Netflix, FilmAid Kenya, ActionAid, Common Good Productions, Transparency International, Vital Strategies and Sesame Street.

 

Known as “the hardship producer,” Debra has travelled extensively across Africa, producing stories in remote and often challenging locations. Her deep connection with people and places continues to shape her creative voice and storytelling approach.

 

 At her core, Debra is a deeply committed Christian. Outside of filmmaking, Debra treasures time with her family, enjoys crocheting, walking, listening to wholesome music and cooking. Her work reflects her belief that creativity can heal, inspire, and transform communities.