Overview
- Act: Legal Notice No. 119 of 1988
- Formed: 1988
- CEO: Dr. Donald Otoyo Ondieki
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The Permanent Presidential Music Commission (PPMC), established in 1988 under Legal Notice No. 119, promotes Kenya’s music and performing arts as tools for cultural preservation, national development, and cohesion. Operating under the State Department for Culture and Heritage, it fosters creativity, professional growth, and innovation in the music industry. PPMC organizes music festivals, conducts research, and provides training to artists, enhancing their skills and competitiveness. Additionally, it supports the preservation of traditional music while encouraging the integration of contemporary elements to reflect Kenya’s diverse cultural heritage.
CEO: Dr. Donald Otoyo Ondieki
Dr. Donald Otoyo Ondieki holds a Doctorate in Music from Kenyatta University. With extensive experience in cultural
management, he has contributed significantly to promoting Kenya’s music heritage. Dr. Ondieki has organized
numerous national and international cultural programs, focusing on the preservation and development of Kenyan music and performing arts.
Management Team
Dr. Donald Otoyo Ondieki
CEO
Dr. Evelyne Mushira
Deputy Director
Dr. Abbey Chokera
Deputy Director
Teresia Njuguna
Administrative Officer
Esther Makau
Public Communication Officer
Ignatius Ogeto
Assistant Production Manager
John Thenya
Principal Film Officer
Functions
- Promoting Music and Arts: The PPMC is tasked with promoting and advancing the development of music and performing arts in Kenya.
- Organizing Music Festivals: It organizes national music festivals and competitions to showcase local talent and encourage artistic excellence.
- Preserving Cultural Heritage: PPMC plays a key role in preserving and documenting traditional music, ensuring the safeguarding of Kenya’s cultural heritage.
- Supporting Music Education: The commission supports music education by offering training, workshops, and seminars for artists, students, and music professionals.
- Talent Development: PPMC provides opportunities for emerging artists to develop their skills and careers, ensuring they are equipped to compete internationally.
- Promoting Music as a Tool for National Unity: It uses music to foster national unity, cultural exchange, and understanding among Kenya’s diverse communities.
- Advising Government on Music Policy: PPMC offers expertise and advice to the government on issues related to music policy, legislation, and development within the sector.
- Facilitating International Collaboration: The commission facilitates collaborations with international cultural organizations, enhancing Kenya’s presence on the global arts stage.
- Research and Documentation: PPMC undertakes research on music trends, cultural expressions, and historical aspects of Kenyan music, creating a database of resources.
- Supporting Music Industry Infrastructure: It works to strengthen the infrastructure for the music industry in Kenya, including creating platforms for music distribution and industry networking.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- P.O. Box 30663-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
- State House Rd, Nairobi
- info@ppmc.go.ke
- (+254) 020 2721052