Deadline: July 2, 2025

Are you an emerging storyteller shaping the future of Kenya’s Creator Economy? Whether you’re creating for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, podcasts, blogs, or any digital platform—and you’re passionate about telling gender-equitable, culture-shifting stories—this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

The Creator Economy Incubator is part of the Skills Development pillar under the Entertainment and Media Hubs program. This innovative incubator is designed to empower emerging storytellers—including podcasters, skit makers, and social media content creators—to craft impactful narratives that promote gender equity and drive positive change in Kenya’s creative landscape.


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Benefits

  • Learn from Njugush, who is leading the incubator, and other top content creators in Kenya.
  • A monthly stipend
  • 1-week immersive residency + 3 weeks of virtual masterclasses with top-tier creators.
  • Story + content pitch sessions
  • KES 400,000 grant (fr 2 outstanding creators)
  • Creator kit (for top 8 creators)
  • A vibrant community of like-minded changemakers

Eligibility

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  • This program is designed for
    • Social media content creators
    • Skit makers
    • Podcasters
  • Applicants should be based in Kenya.

Application

Before filling out the form, be ready to upload a 90-120 second video responding to the following prompts:

  • Introduce yourself and share your journey into the creator economy.
  • Tell them about the skills you’d like to improve and how this incubator program can support your growth.
  • Share your biggest creative achievement.

Upload your videos to Google Drive or YouTube and share the link in the appropriate section of the form.

Click here to apply


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For more information, visit Kenya Creator Economy Incubator.

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