Nyokabi Gethaiga is a Kenyan-born actress whose work spans acclaimed African cinema and major international television productions. She is known for her grounded performances, emotional depth, and commanding screen presence. Nyokabi’s early screen work includes roles in internationally distributed films such as I Am Slave and Nairobi Half Life. She gained widespread critical attention for her role as Kaleche in the award-winning feature Kati Kati (2016), directed by Mbithi Masya. The film won the prestigious FIPRESCI Award at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and screened at numerous international festivals before premiering on Netflix. Her international profile expanded significantly with her casting as Ryma Sedai in Amazon Prime Video’s epic fantasy series The Wheel of Time, adapted from Robert Jordan’s bestselling novels.
The role positioned her among a global ensemble cast and marked a major milestone in her career, bringing Kenyan representation to a large-scale Hollywood production. In addition to acting, Nyokabi is a multidisciplinary creative with experience in modeling and writing. She has been recognized for her contributions to film, including a nomination for the African Pride Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Film. Nyokabi Gethaiga continues to build a career that bridges African and international storytelling, with a focus on complex characters, meaningful narratives, and authentic representation.