Surazuri Modeling and Casting Agency

Stunning international model Viktoriya Pisotska who relocated to Kenya last year and joined Surazuri a few months ago, got her first job last week. She travelled together with her husband and two young children to the Mara to shoot publicity material (posing as international tourists) for a well known and beautiful camp, over the course of several days. Both client and talent were delighted with the way the shoot went! Happy client, happy talent, happy Surazuri!

This beautiful book is in memory of Charlie Grieves-cook who died so tragically 14 years today. It showcases his incredible talent and our beautiful country. We worked together many times through Surazuri and I am proud that we became friends. He was an absolutely lovely man, full of humor and integrity.

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Charlie Grieves-Cook: Picture Poetry, He Said It All CHARLIE GRIEVES-COOK PICTURE POETRY, HE SAID IT Read more about kenya, landscapes, photography and architecture.

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In 2001 she recorded an interview for the French TV show Tout le Monde en Parle in which she tearfully claimed she had been s*xually assaulted repeatedly from childhood by modeling executives, celebrities, and a member of a European royal family; the segment was deemed too legally risky and never aired.

Reports and later social-media retellings say she accused figures connected to Elite Model Management, including European boss Gérald Marie, of drugging and assaulting her and coercing models into s*x and drugs as part of systemic exploitation. Gérald Marie, a close friend of Jeffrey Epstein, later killed himself in prison while awaiting trial for the s*xual assaults.

She was punished for speaking out—losing her career, being framed as “crazy,” and placed in a psychiatric ward, with one of the men she accused reportedly helping pay for her clinic stay. These narratives emphasize that her career never recovered and that she survived a later drug overdose.

Putting this out there - I am currently casting for an international fitness watch and looking for a few roles that have not already been filled by indigenous Kenyan runners.
1. A caucasian man aged 25-35. Not particularly trim but trying to get fit. Maybe a little chubby. But should be able and keen to run.
2. A caucasian lady aged 55-65 who does run regularly for fitness - trim and elegant
3. A good looking mixed race, caucasian or asian lady aged 28-35 - very fit and preferably a competitive runner eg. marathons.
Shoot is mid January. Good fee. Please whats app me on 0722 705145 so we can take it from there regarding castings etc.
Please do not send in applications at this time if you do not suit these roles.

Have a client looking for a Nairobi based Indian or Caucasian ‘model type’, aged approximately 20-32, very switched on, confident and preferably with experienced in some kind of customer service - 5’6” and above - to man a stand at a trade fair from 8-10 August (3 days). Fee is 2,250/ per hour before withholding tax. Before anyone questions why only Indian/Caucasian - please be aware that they are also using black models but they are already sourced. Please only contact me if you fit this brief as I will not be able to respond. If you do fit the brief and are interested please send a headshot with height, date of birth and experience by what’s app to 0722 705145.

It is with incredible sadness that I put up this post. Achiko, who has been with Surazuri since 2009 and is in fact the face of our website as well as occasionally working with me at home, at casting gigs and registration sessions, lost her only child, Kian in a tragic accident a few days ago. Kian was also on Surazuri’s books. Here are the details below for any of you who may want to support Achiko or attend the memorial service.

Here is the article from The NY Times screenshot in case you were not able to open the link.

This is not related to Modelling/acting but I feel it is really important to share here as I know that a lot of people who follow this page are desperate for work. This is an extremely harrowing and upsetting read. Please share if you can. In case you can’t access the article I have screenshotted the pages. Will put on next post.

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East African Housekeepers Face R**e, Assault and Death in Saudi Arabia East African leaders and Saudi royals are among those profiting off a lucrative, deadly trade in domestic workers.

# # # **Empowering Young Girls in Kajiado – A Special International Women’s Day Initiative**
Today, in honour of **International Women’s Day**, a passionate team of advocates came together, led by Derick Omondi of Shikisha Pad Changemakers, to spend a meaningful day with students at Kajiado Township Primary School and Kajiado Children’s Home.
🌍 **Menstrual Health & Advocacy** Derick and his team are working tirelessly to find sustainable solutions for menstrual hygiene management, educating young girls on **proper hygiene practices while providing them with much-needed sanitary pads. His ultimate goal? To import and install machines that can produce 10,000 reusable pads a day, revolutionising access to menstrual products and ending period poverty.
He shared the heartbreaking reality that 3 in 5 girls under the age of 17 engage in transactional s*x just to afford sanitary pads - a crisis he is determined to eliminate. Through open discussions with both boys and girls, he is breaking the silence around period stigma and fostering a culture of understanding and support.
💡 **Inspiration & Empowerment** - Michelle Shepherd of Surazuri Events delivered a powerful message on dreaming big, working hard, and pushing beyond limits - encouraging the students to embrace excellence and self-belief.
Sarafina Ambale, a passionate human rights activist, captivated the room with an eye-opening 40-minute session on personal safety, equipping the students with essential knowledge and self-protection strategies. Their engagement and thoughtful questions proved just how necessary and impactful these conversations are.
🎁 **Giving Back** The day ended with a generous donation of boxes of sanitary pads distributed to the girls, thanks to Derick’s efforts. Michelle also brought sweets and leaflets to share with the students, adding a touch of joy to an already empowering experience.
💜 **A True Reflection of – **
Today was a reminder that real change happens when passionate individuals take action.
Thank you to this incredible team for stepping up, speaking out, and making a difference. 👏👏👏

Hope all our talent, clients, colleagues and friends have a very merry Christmas. Last job of the year (maybe) was appropriately - Fred Kariuki playing Santa Claus at a special event in Westlands. Well done for wowing the children and the client with your warm and jolly nature.

An interactive couple of hours at Karen club this evening with Africa fencing champion and Olympian, Alexandra Ndolo who also happens to be on Surazuri’s books. Apart from speaking about her experiences in the international arena she was candid about leaving her comfortable place on the German team and her emotional decision to represent Kenya and her efforts to promote the sport to more Kenyans. It certainly sounds challenging. Whilst Alexandra is an inspiration to our youth, several young sportspeople attending the event spoke about the frustrations of trying to compete for Kenya when the funds for their participation get ‘diverted’. I hope that Alexandra and our young sporting stars start to get the support from our government and their federations that they deserve.
Aside from the talk and question and answer sessions, we were also treated to an exciting display of fencing with Alexandra sparring with local coach Ashley. I was honored to finally meet Alexandra. What a beautiful, inspiring, humble and grounded person she is!