Board Holds Validation Workshop on Redefinition of Film Agents in Kenya

The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB), today, 25th October, 2022, hosted a virtual stakeholders' validation workshop for the amended Consultation Paper on the proposed redefinition of the role of film agents in Kenya.
The virtual forum was attended by local and international film industry stakeholder representatives as well as others from the Ministry of Information, Communication and Digital Economy, among other diverse stakeholders.
Through his opening remarks, the Board’s Ag. Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Christopher Wambua, appreciated stakeholders for their valuable feedback on the proposed consultation paper on the redefining of the role of film agents.
"The Board appreciates members of the public and stakeholders for participating in this important legal process by providing input that was considered by the Board and used to enhance the consultation paper,” Mr. Wambua said.
The Ag. CEO noted that the validation exercise marks the end of the public consultation process on the said paper and it will pave way for the implementation of the administrative decision. 
Mr. Wambua reiterated that the current practice of obtaining licences through Film Agents, among other factors, inhibits market entry for aspiring creatives and may ultimately stifle the growth of the local creative sector.
He noted that following the validation, effective 1st December, 2022, Film Agents will concentrate solely on providing logistical support to foreign film and television producers. 
“It is our expectation that the reconfiguration of the license scope for Film Agents will remove barriers to entry for aspiring local filmmakers and thus create a facilitative environment for the sector to thrive,” he added.
The Ag. CEO assured filmmakers that this proposal is in the best interest of the industry and will spur growth, especially for young people to harness the opportunities in the local creative economy. 
Mr. Wambua affirmed the Board’s commitment towards creating a facilitative regulatory environment for the local creative industry to thrive,” he said.
So far, the Board received feedback from 17 entities and individuals on the consultation Paper.