Before his appointment to this position in 2015, he was the secretary of information at the ministry of ict, a post he had held since 2011. Kenya broadcasting corporation, whose board and management are directly appointed by the government, the nominally private kenya television network is owned by the same company which publishes the kenya times, the daily newspaper of. Press freedoms, safety in media under threat in kenya. Multichoice to pull off air gay cartoons banned by film. Director wanuri kahiu went to court after the kenya film classification board banned rafiki. An act to, among other things, establish the national film video censors board to regulate the censorship and public exhibition of films and video works and mat ters connected therewith. In kenya, media censorship casts worrying shadow cnn.
Kenya roads board is a state corporation established by the krb act no. Although, in the united states, jungle epics that were set in the country were shot in hollywood as early as the 1940s. Speaking earlier today, the boards chairman bishop jackson kosgei expressed concern that some of the film content available within online platforms such as netflix contains elements of nudity in. The board is mandated to regulate the creation, broadcasting, possession, distribution and exhibition of films in the country with a view to promote national values and morality as enshrined in article 10 of the constitution of kenya, 2010. Bishop jackson kosgei is the chairman of the kfcb board of directors. Contacts of kenya film commission offices in nairobi zakenya. All film products shall initially pass to tfcb and be issued with clearance for further processes. In his directive to ban the programmes last week, kfcb chief. A censorship board has been set up in kenya to deal with what the government says is a flood of pornography in the countrys electronic and print media. Last week, the board delivered the verdict, raising a debate on what really constitutes a horror movie. Op the government printer nairobi, kenya contact phone. Media permit tanzania high commission in nairobi, kenya. Head of film board accused of overstepping ezekiel mutua is the head of kenyas film board. We believe that at the heart of violations of artistic freedom is the effort to silence opposing or less preferred views and values by those in power politically, religiously or societally mostly due to fear of their transformative effect.
The kenya film classification board kfcb is state corporation mandated to regulate films. It is also the duty of the board to register all films and video outlets across the country and to keep a register of such registered outlets. The ca is also responsible for managing the countrys numbering and frequency spectrum resources, administering the universal service fund usf. Feb 05, 2018 in september, kenya was praised by many after its supreme court citing irregularities nullified the election of the countrys sitting president. They must also attach a synopsis or scripts when forwarding their applications. Every year our elephants continue to have their tusks ripped off.
Kenya film commission offices are located in jumuia place on lenana road in nairobi. The kenya film classification board kfcb is a state corporation established under the films and stage plays act cap 222 of the laws of kenya to regulate. All contents except material specifically attributed to others including material in linked webpages in this website are subject to attribution sharealike creative commons license ccby sa. In september, kenya was praised by many after its supreme court citing irregularities nullified the election of the countrys sitting president. Apr 27, 2018 kenya bans lesbian love story rafiki ahead of cannes debut.
The board is supposed to regulate material coming out of these establishments. May 16, 2009 that is the kenya film censorship boards verdict on the latest horror movie from riverwood. Kenya film censorship board 15th floor uchumi house. A month before, the board prohibited a screening of the film rafiki due to a lesbian relationship featured in the film. Nfvcb national film and video censors board just another. Kenyas lesbian film rafiki sees the light of day the hindu. Organizations dedicated to promoting the concerns of industry, business, and labor include the agricultural society of kenya, tea board of kenya, kenya tea growers association, and fresh produce exporters association of kenya. Jun 29, 2017 kenya censorship board bans six pro gay cartoons by maren williams june 29, 2017 comments off on kenya censorship board bans six pro gay cartoons kenyas film classification board this month banned a total of six animated cartoons, including adventure time and steven universe, from airing within the country because they. All applicants are advised to submit this form at least one month before the commencing date of the assignment, to. Establishment of the national film and video censors board, etc. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page.
The kenya film classification board kfcb is a state corporation established under the films and stage plays act cap 222 of the laws of kenya to regulate the creation, broadcasting, possession, distribution and exhibition of film and broadcast content with the aim of promoting our culture, national values and aspirations as well as protecting children against exposure to harmful content. Branches mombasa office kisumu office eldoret office nakuru office. How to start a small movie shop business in kenya ralingo. Board of directors kenya film classification board. Youll then be given a license to put on your business premises. Section 12 2 of cap 222 stipulates that no film or class of film shall be distributed, exhibited or. Freemuse is an independent international organisation advocating for and defending freedom of artistic expression. The telephone contacts of kenya film commission are 0202714073 and 0202714074. Ezekiel mutua is the chief executive officer of the kenya film classification board kfcb.
The communications authority of kenya ca is the regulatory authority for the ict industry in kenya with responsibilities in telecommunications, ecommerce, broadcasting and postalcourier services. National film censorship board department of culture development ministry of information, youth, culture and sports p. That is the kenya film censorship boards verdict on the latest horror movie from riverwood. Hes really just supposed to rate films and other media. Broadcasters and cinemas will be expected to comply with film classification and quotas laid down for locally produced films and may be required to screen specified. Care somalia, nairobi phone number, website, email address. The kenya film classification board abbreviated as kfcb is a state corporation that operates. Kenya bans lesbian love story rafiki ahead of cannes. Central depository and settlement corporation ltd, nairobi. The kenya film commission kfc was established by the kenyan government in 2005. Article 19 is extremely concerned by the continued use of broad censorship powers by the kenyan film and classification board kfcb, which has recently issued several directives which violate free expression. Netflix a threat to moral values and national security.
Censorship by film classification board limiting free expression. To regulate the hire,sale and renting of video discs and video cassettes. Kenya hosts more than half a million refugees within its borders. Films board bans six tv programs for promoting homosexuality. The board is empowered by law to classify all films and videos whether imported or produced locally. All businesses need to factor in where they intend to locate their business but for a movie shop, location is particularly important. The kenya film classification board kfcb on thursday morning banned several children programs on the pay television, dstv and gotv that are said to promote homosexuality. We invite you to join us on the 02 04 october 2019 at the kicc in nairobi learn more. The kenya film classification board kfcb is a state corporation established under the films and stage plays act cap 222 of the laws of kenya to regulate the creation, broadcasting, possession, distribution and exhibition of film and broadcast content with the aim of promoting our culture, national values and aspirations as well as protecting children against exposure to. Kenyas film classification board this month banned a total of six animated cartoons, including adventure time and steven universe, from airing within the country because they were judged to be progay. Op the government printer located in nairobi, kenya. Freedom of expression and censorship in kenya pambazuka news. The world conservation union has an office in nairobi.
Additionally, continuing violent conflict and famine in the region has also swelled d. Freedom of expression is one of the main pillars of democracy, argues the africa free media trust afmt in this weeks pambazuka news. Tanzania high commission in kenya, seychelles, eritrea. Hrws report firmly rejected the suffocating regulations, saying, in the spirit of world press freedom day celebration, kenya needs to take steps to protect freedom. The cinema of kenya refers to the film industry of kenya. The kenya film classification board has banned several movies, videos and other content under the leadership of ceo ezekiel mutua, leading to concerns that it may be overstepping its boundaries the board has been accused of imposing censorship in kenya, notably when it termed the advent of american streaming company netflix into kenya a threat. Kenya bans lesbian love story rafiki ahead of cannes debut. The fruits of this program can be seen annually at our filmaid film festival the only one of its kind worldwide which showcases the films of young refugee filmmakers from kakuma and dadaab. The national film and video censors board is the regulatory body set up by act no. Kenyans outraged by censorship on tv and radio stations by moses michira january 31th 2018 at 12.
The entry of netflix into kenya has caused a stir and this time it is the kenya film classification board kfcb who have a bone to pick with the ondemand internet streaming media. Head of film board accused of overstepping ezekiel mutua is the head of kenya s film board. Kenya tourism board is delighted to bring you the 9th edition of mkte. The kenya film classification board kfcb is a state corporation established under the films and stage plays act cap 222 of the laws of kenya to regulate the creation, broadcasting, possession, distribution and exhibition of film and broadcast content with the aim of promoting our culture, national values and aspirations as well as protecting. To regulate exhibition of films in cinema theaters application fee. The president of the republic of kenya on 14 th january 2020 directed the ministry of information communications and technology ict to work with all the industry stakeholders with the aim streamlining and solving the legacy challenges in the music industry through the use of ict by creating a national. Film video producers should submit letters stating reasons for shootingfilming in tanzania. The kenya film commission in nairobi postal address is p. The tanzania film censorship board of the ministry of information, youth, culture and sports has said it will start censoring music and film works before they are released to the public. The kenya film censorship board will classify films for exhibition in cinemas and television stations.
Aug 06, 2003 a censorship board has been set up in kenya to deal with what the government says is a flood of pornography in the countrys electronic and print media. The tanzania film censorship board of the ministry of information, youth, culture and sports has said it will start censoring music and film works before they are released to. Kenya censorship board bans six progay cartoons comic. The censor was also eventually removed five months later. In a statement defending its action, the kfcb claimed that the shows are intended to introduce children to deviant behaviour.
Kenya film board claims some netflix content is illegal in. Krbs mandate is to oversee the road network in kenya and coordinate the maintenance, rehabilitation and development funded by road maintenance and levy fund, and to advise the cabinet secretary on all matters related thereto. Article 19 is extremely concerned by the continued use of broad censorship powers by the kenyan film and classification board kfcb. Privacy policy about wikipedia disclaimers contact wikipedia developers statistics cookie statement mobile view wikimedia foundation.
Media policy film classification the kenya film censorship board will classify films for exhibition in cinemas and television stations. This was the scenario when lupita nyong o gracefully accepted the oscar for best supporting actress for her portrayal of patsey a young female slave in the critically acclaimed 12 years a slave. Since december 20, the number of south sudanese refugees in kenya has almost doubled, with almost 50,000 fleeing violent conflict and seeking refuge in kakuma refugee camp, located in northwestern kenya. Amendment, the board attained autonomy, changing its name from the kenya film censorship board to the kenya film. Pharmacy and poisons board, nairobi education in kenya. Last week, the board delivered the verdict, raising a. The kenya film commission kfc is a state corporation under the ministry of ict, innovation and youth affairs mandated under legal notice no. The head of the film classification board has also banned a film for. Kenya broadcasting corporation, whose board and management are directly appointed by the government, the nominally private kenya television network is owned by the same company which publishes the kenya times, the daily newspaper of the ruling kenya african national union kanu. Kenya film censorship board 15th floor uchumi house video inspection unit. Censorship by film classification board limiting free. Filmvideo producers should submit letters stating reasons for shootingfilming in tanzania.
See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. Welcome to kenya copyright board kenya copyright board. Multichoice dstv have agreed to stop broadcasting six cartoon that were recently banned by kenya film classification board kfcb. Broadcasters and cinemas will be expected to comply with film classification and quotas laid down for locally produced films and may be required to screen specified short films. Although a very small industry by western comparison, kenya has produced or been a location for film since the early 1950s when men against the sun was filmed in 1952. Although freedom of the press and expression are theoretically guaranteed in kenya, afmt stresses that the reality is different and indeed wonders whether the country is reverting back to the old days under president daniel arap moi.
Tanzania revenue authority tax stamps on film and music. The kenya film classification board announced the ban yesterday and said in a tweet, anyone found in its possession will be in breach of law, referring to a colonialera kenyan law under. The kenya film classification board has banned several movies, videos and other content under the leadership of ceo ezekiel mutua, leading to concerns that it may be overstepping its boundaries the board has been accused of imposing censorship in kenya, notably when it termed the advent of american streaming company netflix into kenya a threat to national security and a threat to kenyan moral values. Multichoice to pull off air gay cartoons banned by film board. The president of the republic of kenya on 14 th january 2020 directed the ministry of information communications and technology ict to work with all the industry stakeholders with the aim streamlining and solving the legacy challenges in the music industry. He is also the chairman of community development society and a member of the consumers protection advisory committee in the ministry of trade. The kenya film commission was formed with the aim of promoting the kenyan film industry locally as well as internationally.
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