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Studio Mashinani. Kenyan Creative Industry Talent Factory

Studio Mashinani is a term that refers to a program initiated by the Kenyan government in 2013 aimed at supporting the development of creative industries in rural areas. The program is geared towards empowering young people by providing them with the necessary resources and tools to develop their talents and pursue careers in various creative fields such as music, film, and the performing arts.

The Studio Mashinani program has been lauded for its potential to help reduce unemployment rates among young people in Kenya. According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, the unemployment rate among Kenyans aged between 15 and 34 stands at 22.2%. Through the provision of facilities and training, Studio Mashinani aims to create new job opportunities for young people in the creative industries, which have the potential to drive economic growth in rural areas.

One of the key components of Studio Mashinani is the establishment of recording and production studios in various parts of the country. These studios are fully equipped with modern recording equipment and software, enabling artists to record and produce high-quality music and videos. The studios also provide space for training and mentorship, allowing young artists to learn from experienced professionals in the industry.

In addition to the recording studios, Studio Mashinani has also established a network of performance spaces across the country. These spaces provide opportunities for young musicians, actors, and other performers to showcase their talents to a wider audience. By organizing regular performances and events, the program helps to create a vibrant arts scene in rural areas and encourage more young people to pursue careers in the creative industries.

Another important aspect of Studio Mashinani is its focus on capacity building and skills development. Through various training programs, young people are given the opportunity to develop skills in various aspects of the creative industries, including music production, film making, and event management. The program also provides training in entrepreneurship and business skills, helping young artists to turn their talents into sustainable careers.

Since its inception, Studio Mashinani has been successful in creating new opportunities for young people in rural areas. According to the Ministry of ICT, Innovation and Youth Affairs, over 10,000 young people have been trained under the program, and more than 4,000 have been able to launch careers in the creative industries.

Studio Mashinani has also helped to promote Kenyan culture and music both locally and internationally. Through the program, many young Kenyan musicians have been able to produce and release their music, gaining exposure and recognition on the national and international stage. The program has also helped to promote a positive image of Kenya as a hub of creativity and cultural diversity.

In conclusion, Studio Mashinani is a program that has had a significant impact on the creative industries in Kenya. By providing young people with the necessary resources and training, the program has helped to create new job opportunities and promote economic growth in rural areas. The success of Studio Mashinani demonstrates the potential of the creative industries to drive development and change in Kenya and other African countries.

Can a Presidential Debate Influence a Voter’s Decision?

Most countries if not all are turning to presidential debates days or weeks ahead of a General election. They claim it is an opportunity to help the citizens get a better picture of the candidates, hence being being able to make the right decision during the voting day.

In these debates, the panelists prepare a list of questions for the candidates, especially about their past leadership experiences and their manifestos, sometimes to a point of crucifying them for the wrongs they have either done or been accused to have committed.

It is voluntary for a candidate to attend a debate, so at times some choose not to attend for either personal reasons, or even claims that the playing ground is not favorable for every player.

On a level ground or not, whether one attends or not, whether you are pushed to the corner by the panelists or you push them, the big question is, can a debate influence a voter’s decision? Does the audience come with an open mind or do they come only support their already preferred candidate?

Deputy presidential debate 2022, Kenya

For the first time in the political season, Deputy president William Ruto’s running mate Rigathi Gachagua nailed it and proven his capacity as a wort running mate during the deputy presidential candidate debate that happened on Tue, 19th June 2022 at the Catholic University of East Africa.

In his crafted answers to the questions asked by the panelists, he described how he and his principle will deal with state capture and corruption in their leadership, a thing that has revealed why and how Kenyans got themselves in the suffering and tribulations of the high cost of living and unemployment.

Many people have since changed their mind and choosen to follow the bottom up economy manifesto which Gachagua and his principle are spearheading in their Kenya Kwanza alliance headed by the UDA party.

Kenya goes into the elections in less than 18 days.

We wish Kenyans the best as they go into the ballot, and would like to remind them that peace is the only thing that Kenya needs above all others.

CBC juniour secondary preparation.

The building of classes required for the transition from grade six to junior secondary is already in advanced stages and is not stoping at anything.

During a stakeholders meeting by participants involved in the CBC education rollout held in Nairobi on wednesday, Profesor Magoha promised that the plan to rollout the transition will be fasttracked without any challenges.

Interior security ministry through the CS Matiang’i gave a warning to everybody involved, and even dared the chiefs who will not see to it that their locations adhere to set guidelines or even fail to build classes as is required that they will be sacked. A huge responsiblity also lies with the county education directors.

He also added that he would not want to see anyone joking with the whole CBC thing.

Dr. Alfred N Mutua

Alfred Nganga Mutua is a Kenyan politician, the governor of Machakos County. Mutua was the Kenya government spokesman before resigning in 2012 to run for the office of Machakos County Governor.

H. E. Governor Dr. Alfred Nganga Mutua’s Profile

BORN: 22nd August, 1970
POLITICAL PARTY: Maendeleo Chap Chap Party – Founder and Party Leader
RESIDENCE: Machakos County
Higher education: University of Western Sydney, Australia
Eastern Washington University, U.S.A
Whitworth College, U.S.A
IN-OFFICE: Government Spokesperson and Public Communications Secretary – 2004 – September 2012

PRESENT: Governor, Machakos County, Kenya (2nd term)

EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION

Dr. Alfred Nganga Mutua was born in Masii, then, a remote part of Machakos District in Kenya’s former Eastern Province. He attended Toi Primary school n KIBERA, Dagoretti High School for his O’ levels and Jamhuri High School for his A levels.

He has studied, lived and worked in Kenya, United States, Australia and United Arab Emirates. He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism from Whitworth College, U.S.A, a Master of Science Degree in Communications from Eastern Washington University, U.S.A and a Doctorate in Communication and Media from the University of Western Sydney, Australia.

PROFESSIONAL CAREER

JOURNALISM

Mutua began his career as a journalist while still in high school, publishing his first story in the daily newspapers at the age of 15. He later wrote features for The Sunday Nation, Standard Newspaper and the defunct Kenya Times Newspaper. In 1989, at the age of 19, he registered his first company Golden Dreams Company and started publishing a newsletter “Golden Times.”

While in the United States , he published stories for several American newspapers and started video production work, producing “An African in America” documentary in 1996. He worked for several TV stations including PBS in Seattle, Washington. He later worked for Nation Media Group as a reporter and features writer from 1997.

Later in Australia, he was published by the Sydney Morning Herald and worked as a foreign correspondent for SBS TV’s international magazine show Dateline. He travelled extensively covering major happenings in the world.

He also lectured at the University of Western Sydney, Macquarie University and several TAFE colleges in Sydney. In 2002, he was poached from Sydney and moved to The United Arab Emirates as an Assistant Professor of Communication and Media at the Prestigious Zayed University. While in the UAE – Dubai and Abu Dhabi, he also undertook research in the Middle East East and traveled to Oman and Beirut, Lebanon to present papers and research on the use of mead and communication for peace and development.

From 1999, he wrote a popular weekly travel feature “Msafiri” for the Friday edition of the Daily Nation Newspaper and became a contributor of opinion pieces for the Sunday Nation. In 2003, he undertook consultancy work at the then Nation TV, training and assisting journalists transition to modern broadcasting standards as the station changed its name and look to NTV.

MEDIA, FILM WORK, BOOKS & MAGAZINES

While in Dubai, Dr. Mutua continued producing films and in 2002 made “And the Desert Smiled” a film about always hoping and winning. Later from 2005, he revived his company Golden Dreams Company and made Kenya’s first modern action TV series “Cobra Squad” TV which gained a huge following in the region. He also produced other shows including Beba Beba and “How to be Rich in Africa.”

He published a fashion magazine PASSION and wrote a book: “How to be Rich in Africa and other secrets of survival” among many other ventures than included the East African Music Awards in 2011.

He is also the proprietor of Woni TV station and has diverse interests in the hotel industry, aviation and real estate. Governor Mutua is a business man and blessed to turn what he touches into a success. His bid for presidenxy is in its early stages and he is optimistic for the success.