Muthoni Muiruri is a Nairobi-based cultural curator and literary advocate. She is the co-founder of Soma Nami Books and the founder and curator of the African Book Fair, an annual hybrid book fair and festival held in Nairobi. With a background in Psychology, Muthoni is deeply curious about the complexities of the human condition —particularly how historical narratives and colonial legacies—continue to shape the present.
Her work sits at the intersection of literature, history, and social inquiry. When she’s not immersed in books or curating literary spaces, she’s likely exploring new destinations or mulling over whether she’ll ever finish her PhD. Her research focuses on history and international relations.