Granny Is What
President Obama Calls Her.

A child with a grandmother lacks nothing…Kenyan Proverb 

About Granny

Granny is a visually rich coffee table pictorial essay and narrative honoring the life, warmth, and legacy of Mama Sarah Obama. Rooted in the universal love shared for our grandmothers across cultures and generations, the book offers an intimate glimpse into family, heritage, and ancestral connection through powerful documentary photography.

Captured in the beloved village of Kogelo, Kenya — President Barack Obama’s ancestral home — these striking images preserve the spirit, humility, and enduring cultural legacy of Mama Sarah Obama while offering readers a rare window into the Obama family’s roots in Africa.

Rest In Peace Mama Sarah Obama