Chimpaye Florence Mariserena is a Ugandan actor and co‑writer known for her breakthrough role in the 2025 feature film Small Gods. In the movie she plays the lead character, a struggling single mother navigating poverty and love while performing for tourists, a story inspired by real experiences of the Batwa community. Small Gods premiered on the global festival circuit and received wide acclaim, earning nine nominations at the 2025 African Movie Academy Awards. At the AMAAs she won Best Actress in a Leading Role, marking a remarkable achievement early in her acting career and spotlighting Ugandan talent on a continental stage. She also contributed to the screenplay, showing talent both in front of and behind the camera. Florence’s performance has been praised for its emotional depth and natural presence, and her rise highlights the growing strength of East African cinema.
Primary craft
acting
Birth date
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Latest project
Small Gods
Awards
1 wins, 1 nominations
Honors
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | AMAA 2025 | AMAA 2025 Award For Best Actress In A Leading Role | Winner |
Credits
| Year | Title | Role | SpicyMeter | NollyCritic | Earnings |
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| Small Gods | acting |
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