Overview
- Act: Kenya Film Commission Act, No. 4 of 2013
- Formed: 2005
- CEO: Timothy Odhiambo Owase
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The Kenya Film Commission (KFC) was established under the Kenya Film Commission Act, No. 4 of 2013. Its primary mandate is to promote, develop, and regulate the film industry in Kenya. KFC is responsible for facilitating film production, distribution, and exhibition, fostering investment in the industry, and ensuring compliance with film classification standards. The Commission also plays a role in developing infrastructure for film-making and providing training, technical support, and advocacy to both local and international filmmakers. Through these efforts, KFC aims to enhance the growth and visibility of Kenyan cinema globally.
CEO: Timothy Odhiambo Owase
Timothy Odhiambo Owase , CEO of Kenya Film Commission, is a Chartered Marketer with over a decade of experience in marketing, communication, and media. He holds a Master’s in Development and Corporate Communications from Daystar University and a BBA in Marketing from Kenya Methodist University. He has worked with Mnet East Africa, Multi-choice Africa, and Touch Media Solutions.
Management Team
Timothy Odhiambo Owase
Chief Executive Officer
Audrey Cheruto
Corporation Secretary and Director Legal Services
Mohamed Abdirahman Farah
Manager Supply chain
Elias Kiprono Cheptoo
Manager Finance and Accounts
Dr. Moses O. Owino
Manager Strategy and Planning
Harriet Nkatha Ngeera
Manager, Internal Audit
Board of Governors
Dr. Hillary Mulama
Director
Dr. Lucia Nzoongo
Director
Ilhaam A. Taisr
Director
Catherine Githogori
Director
Rev. Naomi Gechemba
Director
Vincent Onyango
Representative CS Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports
Peter Njoroge
Alternate Director, The National Treasury
Timothy Odhiambo Owase
Chief Executive Officer
Functions
- Promotion of Film Industry: Develop and promote the growth of the film industry in Kenya.
- Regulation and Licensing: Regulate and license the film industry, ensuring compliance with standards.
- Investment Facilitation: Attract and facilitate both local and international investments in the film sector.
- Film Production Support: Provide support for local film productions, including grants and resources.
- Film Classification: Oversee film classification and ensure films meet established standards.
- Capacity Building: Offer training and development programs to enhance the skills of filmmakers.
- Market Access: Help Kenyan films gain access to both local and international markets.
- Infrastructure Development: Promote the development of film infrastructure, including production and exhibition facilities.
- Research and Advocacy: Conduct research to understand trends and needs of the industry, and advocate for policy development.
- Cultural Promotion: Promote Kenya’s culture and heritage through film and media.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- P.O. Box 76417-00508 Jumuia Place,
- Lenana Road, Nairobi, Kenya.
- info@filmingkenya.go.ke | complaints@filmingkenya.go.ke
- +254 020 2714073 / 4
- +254 729 407497 | 0733 650068