Kenyan politicians will soon face significantly higher music royalty fees for using songs in their campaigns, with new tariffs set to take effect starting January 2026.

• A presidential candidate will now pay Ksh500,000, a substantial increase from the previous Ksh400,000.
• The Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports announced the updated tariffs, aiming to boost earnings for Kenyan musicians.
• These new rates, valid until December 2028, are intended to ensure artists are fairly compensated for their work in political events.