President William Ruto with Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya at the Kalasha awards ceremony on May 2, 2025/PCS




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President William Ruto, on Saturday, graced the Kalasha International Film & TV Awards, highlighting the rising stature of Kenya’s creative industry and its growing impact across Africa and beyond.

The glittering ceremony brought together filmmakers, actors, directors and digital content creators in a colourful celebration of storytelling and artistic excellence.
Youth Affairs Cabinet Secretary Fikirini Jacobs with Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya at the Kalasha awards ceremony on May 2, 2026/COURTESY 
Youth Affairs Cabinet Secretary Fikirini Jacobs with Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya at the Kalasha awards ceremony on May 2, 2026/COURTESY 

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With the red carpet rolled out and cameras flashing, the event offered a moment for the industry’s finest to step into the spotlight and be recognised for their craft.

Inside the venue, the mood shifted from glamour to celebration of achievement as winners took to the stage.

Ruto’s attendance underscored the government’s acknowledgement of the arts as a vital driver of economic growth and cultural diplomacy.

The ceremony, marked by electrifying performances and emotional acceptance speeches, painted a clear picture of an industry on the rise.

Youth Affairs Cabinet Secretary Fikirini Jacobs, with Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, poses for a photo with other guests at the Kalasha awards ceremony on May 2, 2026/COURTESY