Mainstream Arts & Culture Infrastructure

The Kenya Kwanza government promised to mainstream arts and culture infrastructure (theatres, music halls, art galleries) into the infrastructure development programme, and identified dedicated streams of resources for their development.

Pledges to finalize policies and increase funding in support of mainstream arts and culture infrastructure have been made, but there are no records yet on creation of dedicated streams of resources.
Pledges from the President of more investment in the Creative Sector.
As of August 2026, President Ruto urged parliament to fast-track the Creative Economy Support Bill and the Culture Bill, he explained that the laws will unlock grants through the Creatives Fund, provide credit guarantees, attract major film productions and strengthen protection of intellectual property. The president further promised to rehabilitate the Kenya National Theatre, Bomas of Kenya and regional cultural hubs.

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Last updated: August 30, 2026 3:32 am