Ndoano (2022)

Nuria's family struggling to make ends meet. Her father, a farmer, is unable to pay for her education, and her mother insists that Nuria should get married to help ease the financial burden. Nuria is torn between her dreams of pursuing an education and her family's expectations. Nuria is a bright and ambitious young girl who dreams of pursuing higher education and escaping her small village in a developing country. However, her dreams are shattered when her family's financial struggles force her to marry at a young age. Nuria's husband is a man twice her age, and their marriage quickly becomes a battle ground. He is possessive and controlling, and his abuse makes life a living hell for Nuria. She feels trapped and helpless, unable to escape her situation due to societal pressures and lack of support. Meanwhile, Nuria's two classmates, Somoe and Aisha, also end up getting married and missing out on their chance to study. They too face the harsh realities of early marriage and struggle to adjust to their new lives. As time goes on, Nuria's situation only worsens. She is isolated and powerless, unable to fight back against her abusive husband and the traditions that keep her trapped. Her dreams of education and independence seem further and further away. The story of Nuria, Somoe, and Aisha is a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit and the importance of education and independence. It is a reminder that even in the face of poverty, tradition, and oppression, there is always hope for a better future.