KFCB Chairperson Revokes Directive Requiring Licenses for YouTube Content Creators
The Chairperson of the Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB), Njogu wa Njoroge, has rescinded a directive that required YouTube content creators to obtain licenses before uploading their content on the platform.
The now-revoked directive was issued by KFCB Acting CEO Paskal Opiyo to prominent Kenyan YouTubers such as Abel Mutua, Njugush, Jacky Vike, Terence Creative, and Oga Obinna, among others.
This directive mandated that these creators acquire filming licenses for their content and submit their videos to KFCB for review and classification before making them available on YouTube.
Mr. Njoroge stated that the directive was inappropriate as content creators should be supported, not hindered, by the government.
In a social media statement, the KFCB Chair announced that he had instructed the management to retract the directive and engage with industry stakeholders.
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“Our content creators need full support. We should be encouraging and aiding them entirely. Our focus should be on training our youth in monetization,” he emphasized.
“I have directed the management to withdraw the notices and arrange discussions with all stakeholders. Our focus should be on creating thousands, if not hundreds of thousands, of jobs in digital media.”
Previously, Mr. Opiyo had warned content creators of legal consequences if they failed to comply with his directive within 14 days, as per the relevant laws.
“We insist you adhere to the Films and Stage Plays Act by obtaining filming licenses and submitting your content for review before public distribution on YouTube,” he had asserted.
“Be aware that failure to comply within fourteen (14) days will result in legal action by the Films and Stage Plays Act and other relevant laws, with no further notice and at your own risk regarding costs and other consequences.”
KFCB Chairperson Revokes Directive Requiring Licenses for YouTube Content Creators