Ndung’u Mbithi’s Solo Exhibition Between The Bars Opens at Munyu Space

Nairobi, Kenya — May 21, 2025 — Munyu Space is proud to present Between The Bars, a thought-provoking solo exhibition by acclaimed visual artist Ndung’u Mbithi, running from Thursday, May 15 to Saturday, May 31, 2025. The exhibition opens daily from 12:00 PM at Munyu Space, offering a compelling invitation to explore the inner landscapes of confinement, resistance, and transformation.

Renowned for his bold use of line, texture, and symbolism, Mbithi’s latest body of work delves into the seen and unseen structures that shape our identities—emotional, political, and spiritual. Between The Bars navigates the physical and metaphorical limitations imposed by systems, relationships, and the self. From literal bars that enclose to abstract notions of restriction, each piece interrogates the thresholds between freedom and captivity, movement and stillness, voice and silence.

Comprising mixed media pieces, drawings, and large-scale installations, the exhibition provides an immersive experience that invites viewers not only to observe but to reflect and engage. Drawing on both personal memory and collective history, Mbithi fuses intimate storytelling with sharp social commentary, creating works that are at once vulnerable and defiant.

“Between The Bars is a visual journal,” says Mbithi. “It explores how we carry our cages and how, sometimes, we unknowingly build them ourselves. But also, it’s about the hope and the power to break free.”

Whether you’re a seasoned art collector or a curious observer, Between The Bars offers a profound journey into one of Kenya’s most introspective and socially conscious artistic voices. Don’t miss this chance to experience Ndung’u Mbithi’s evocative new work in the heart of Nairobi’s creative district.

Event Details

Ndung’u Mbithi
Between The Bars

Thursday, May 15 – Saturday, May 31, 2025
@ Munyu Space, Nairobi

• A curated collection of new works by Ndung’u Mbithi
• Mixed media, charcoal, and installation-based storytelling
• Artist-led tours and conversations (select dates)
• Thoughtful reflections on identity, resistance, and transformation
• Hosted in the minimalist, urban atmosphere of Munyu Space

Time: Open daily from 12:00 PM

Entry: Free and open to the public