- The Kenya Film Commission and DeKUT have launched a modern CineHub in Nyeri to support aspiring filmmakers and content creators.
- DeKUT has already held 18 boot camps, giving youth from across the country hands-on film production experience.
- KFC leadership has called for stronger pathways linking filmmakers to cinemas, broadcasters, digital platforms and international markets.
The Kenya Film Commission (KFC), in partnership with Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT), has launched a modern CineHub in Nyeri to support aspiring filmmakers and content creators.
The facility, officially opened on Friday, August 14, 2026, provides young creatives with access to professional film production equipment, editing facilities and a cinema room where they can screen their work.
Established under the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, the CineHub is intended to strengthen grassroots participation in Kenya’s growing creative economy by giving emerging filmmakers the tools and space needed to develop their skills.
Speaking during the launch, DeKUT Vice Chancellor Prof. Peter Muchiri said the university had already been working to equip young people with practical experience in film production.
“We have held a total of 18 boot camps. In every boot camp, we invite youth from all different parts of the country, and they learn, and they also have a chance to showcase their talent,” Muchiri said.
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The new facility is expected to address some of the key challenges facing young storytellers, particularly limited access to quality production equipment and suitable venues for screening completed films.
KFC Chief Executive Officer Timothy Owase urged young creatives to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the CineHub and use the facility to develop their craft.
“A facility such as this, therefore, represents an important investment not only in infrastructure, but in Kenya’s creative economy and the next generation of storytellers. Do not wait for the opportunity to find you. Use this theatre, learn, experiment, collaborate, and create,” Owase said.
However, industry leaders cautioned that training and production support must be matched with better opportunities for filmmakers to commercialise their work.
KFC Board Chairman Sudi Wandabusi said the government was working towards creating stronger links between filmmakers and potential buyers and distributors.
“We need stronger and more practicable pathways to cinemas, broadcasters, digital platforms, festivals, and international markets, so that we move from supporting film production to building sustainable film businesses,” Wandabusi said.
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The CineHub at DeKUT forms part of a broader national initiative by the Kenya Film Commission to promote and develop film talent at the grassroots level.
The facility will provide a collaborative environment where emerging filmmakers can shoot, edit, screen and refine their productions, while creating opportunities for networking and professional development within Kenya’s creative industry.
By Obegi Malack
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