12 August 2024
Meta has rolled out monetization features on Facebook for content creators in Kenya in a move that has been lauded by Eng. John Kipchumba Tanui, MBS, Principal Secretary – State Department for ICT and Digital Economy, Kenya.
Posting on X, Eng. Tanui highlighted that it offers Kenyan content creators new avenues to earn from their creativity while enhancing engagement with their audiences. The introduction of monetization tools on Facebook is poised to revolutionize the local digital content ecosystem. By providing content creators with opportunities to monetize their efforts, Meta is setting a new benchmark for innovation and creativity within the Kenyan digital space. This initiative aligns with Kenya’s broader vision of fostering a robust digital economy.
Eng. Tanui emphasized the ongoing collaboration between the Kenyan government and Meta’s regional and global leadership to explore further opportunities that can benefit the country’s digital content creators. He also mentioned that discussions are underway with other digital platform players to accelerate the growth of Kenya’s digital economy.
The move is expected to have a far-reaching impact, encouraging more individuals to pursue content creation as a viable career while contributing to the overall growth and diversification of Kenya’s digital landscape. As the digital economy continues to expand, such initiatives are crucial in driving economic development and providing new opportunities for Kenyan innovators and entrepreneurs.
