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August 23, 2026
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Content Creators, Commercial Photographers Face New Fees Under Nairobi County Rules

Content Creators, Commercial Photographers Face New Fees Under Nairobi County Rules

The county has also placed streaming and digital content platforms within its revenue structure...

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Nairobi County has introduced new fees for filmmakers, content creators, and digital entertainment businesses under the 2026 Finance Act, aiming to capture revenue from the growing digital economy.

  • Local producers will pay Ksh8,000 per commercial filming session, while external producers face Ksh50,000.
  • Nairobi County Government is imposing annual charges on various digital platforms, including Ksh100,000 for local streaming platforms.
  • The new charges are expected to impact independent creators and filmmakers, raising questions about Nairobi's attractiveness for productions.

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