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August 26, 2026
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Inside mega plan to make Nairobi Africa's film hub

Inside mega plan to make Nairobi Africa's film hub

Kenyan filmmakers James Hakesley and Roy Kimani are betting on virtual production technology to cut costs, expand creative possibilities and position Nairobi as Africa’s next film and content hub...

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Kenyan-born filmmaker Roy Kimani and British filmmaker James Hakesley are spearheading a plan to establish Nairobi as Africa's premier virtual film production hub.

  • The initiative aims to leverage virtual production technology, combining LED screens and game engines to create digital environments, significantly reducing production costs by an estimated 30-40%.
  • Hakesley and Kimani, who have extensive experience in virtual production globally, believe this technology can democratize high-quality filmmaking, making it accessible to independent creators and small businesses in Kenya and across Africa.
  • This venture could boost the creative economy by creating new job opportunities and training local talent in advanced filmmaking techniques, positioning Nairobi as a regional center for the industry.

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