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After months of dedication and anticipation, the Conversations and Plugs Podcast is finally here! We officially launched our podcast earlier this week with the incredible support from our community. We are also excited to announce that our first episode featuring Wandia Gichuru is now streaming on all platforms. Join us as we delve into entrepreneurial journeys that ignite business ventures across the continent.Discover inspiring stories of resilience, innovation, and unity that fuel change and drive growth. #ConvosNPlugs #CNPConnects Grace Murugi Clifford Kinyua Wangū J. Peter Nduati Tedd Josiah Kevin Mutiso Martin Kiarie Wanjiru Mambo SemaBOX Africa

Thank you SemaBOX Africa for the conversation about the effects of the finance bill 2024 on menstrual products in Kenya and here are my thoughts about LOCAL MANUFACTURING and how it will be affected. Dan Aceda Mark Masai #financebill2024 #endperiodpoverty #businessinkenya #sanitarypadsinkenya

After a hiatus, I rekindled my creative flame while supporting friends Sandra Kimokoti and George Gachara. We gathered at an inspiring SemaBOX Africa and Baraza Media Lab event held on 3rd June 2024, moderated by the indomitable Mark Masai, to dissect the impact of the Finance Bill 2024/25 on Kenya's burgeoning creative and digital economy. And, fun fact: JULIANI KENYA taught me that I could be termed a "hobbyist" – an on-and-off creative with other pursuits. Kenya's digital and creative sectors are buzzing with potential. Our vibrant youth, rich cultural heritage (42 communities, 42 unique offerings! ), and increasing connectivity drive this growth. However, to truly flourish, our creative industry needs supportive fiscal policies that prioritise the private sector and SMEs. Here are my key takeaways: A trailblazer who played a part in having Kenyan content on Netflix, Fridah Karuri emphasised that thriving in the creative economy requires aligning policy and institutional frameworks. On a satirical note which was a perfect ice breaker to get conversation going on the serious topic at hand, Blessed Njugush likened our creative journey to a resilient cow trying to nurture its calf, underscoring the challenges posed by the finance bill on youth creatives in the digital space. JULIANI KENYA urged creatives to leverage their personalities and collaborate with other professionals to understand their rights better and monetize their craft. He reminded us that creatives must actively participate in the change we wish to see, meeting the government halfway in crafting solutions. George Gachara delivered a masterclass, emphasising the importance of not leaving any value on the table. Sandra Kimokoti one of my longest-standing friends, whose journey has been nothing short of inspiring, stood tall amongst the other industry giants on the panel, providing key insights on sports and advocating for a national philosophy that embeds arts, sports and culture as a cornerstone for sustainability in the creative economy. Reconnecting with June Injete, who is doing incredible work in driving social change in the creative sector, and Valentine Ziki, who taught me valuable lessons on art pricing at a Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH-funded seminar hosted by the Technical University of Kenya a while back, was great. Connecting with creatives and enthusiasts was equally rewarding. Catch the full conversation on SemaBoxTV (https://lnkd.in/ekfpB3jZ). #CreativeEconomy #KenyanCreatives #PolicyAlignment #Collaboration #Sustainability #CreativeTownHall Photo Cred: Marcus Olang'

Happy Monday!! Wishing you a kicka** week!

Press Release: The Creative Industry Position on Finance Bill 2024 Today, the undersigned organizations have delivered to The National Assembly a joint memorandum in response to the finance bill 2024. The views expressed are collated views of over 8000 members of the creative industry that are working in various industries, including film, performing arts, content creation, music, visual art, literature, and even sports. In order to realize the full potential of this sector, the proposed recommendations are for the National Assembly to declare the digital marketplace a Special Economic Zone in order to offer this sector the necessary public investment and incentives for it to grow and be able to compete globally. Read the press release for more details. SemaBOX Africa Dan Aceda Partners Against Piracy Kenya, Photgraphers Association of Kenya, Music Associations Alliance of Kenya, Intellectual Property Owners Association of Kenya, Creative Society of Kenya, Producers Guild of Kenya, Kenya Film & Television Association

Honored to unveil the panel for out Creative Economy Round table conversation tomorrow evening at Baraza Media Lab hosted by Mark Masai Creative Sector Investor - George Gachara Sector Policy Expert - Fridah Karuri Sport Strategy Expert and partner at AXUM - Sandra Kimokoti Award Winning Musician - JULIANI KENYA Award winning Creator - Blessed Njugush We have limited seating still available. Limited Tickets available at www.semabox.net/events free of charge.

📢 📢📢 Delighted to introduce Ushahidi's second major initiative for this year: the Promoting Inclusive Electoral Reforms in Kenya (PIER-K) project. This transformative effort aims to foster electoral reforms and democratic governance in Kenya by empowering traditionally disenfranchised groups like persons with disabilities, youth, and women. Learn more about how we're driving change through multi-stakeholder dialogue, capacity building, and a rights-based approach. Read the full story on our blog: https://lnkd.in/d55P5jJ9 #ElectoralReforms #InclusiveGovernance #PIERK #Ushahidi #DemocraticEmpowerment #Kenya The Oslo Center NIMD | Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy SemaBOX Africa Mzalendo Trust Consortium of Disabled Persons Organizations in Kenya (CDPOK)

There was something very cool about this moment at the SemaBox Studio when the all ladies team were simultaneously setting up the cameras for a podcasting session I did there. They do such an awesome job each and every time! Thank you! 😊 #Podcast #PureDigitalPassion #SemaBox #Studio #Nairobi #Kenya #Africa SemaBOX Africa

In a recovery program, you introduce yourself over and over again using the addiction as an identifier so you remember how far you have come as a way of sticking to the decision you have made to change things around. Meet Carol Kagezi a self proclaimed food addict. As a member of the Dada Podcast Incubator, brings to light her curiousities and exploration of food through the conversations she has curated on her podcast. In her first episode she speaks with her brother, George Philip Kulubya, about the different identities they have discovered in ourselves through food. After listening to the episode, please share what you think your food staples say about you. Carol Kagezi   #DPI

The Social Newsroom is Back! This week with a conversation about Kenya's economy. Are we really on the recovery path? What can we do about the debt situation and are all the taxes working? Join us today Monday 18th March live on YouTube. As always, Welcome to The Future. https://lnkd.in/dF98mp7Q