Held a virtual meeting with Sir Idris Elba, globally acclaimed actor, filmmaker, producer, creative entrepreneur and Founder, Akuna Group. I also conveyed the warm greetings and appreciation of H.E. President William Ruto for Sir Idris’ work across the continent.
Drawing from his encounters with talented young people across Africa, Sir Idris spoke passionately about enabling creatives to become the very best in their craft not only through inspiration, but through practical access to payment systems, professional networks, global markets, creative education and emerging technologies.
We discussed the forthcoming Commonwealth Summit in Antigua and Barbuda and the launching of the Commonwealth Creative Economy Partnership that places young people, enterprise, technology and cultural expression at the centre of shared prosperity.
On behalf of President Ruto, I pledged Kenya readiness to serve as a continental anchor for this vision. Our young creatives must not remain at the margins of the global creative economy. They must be its storytellers, innovators, entrepreneurs and owners equipped to earn from their talent, tell Africa’s stories with confidence and model the future on their own terms. @ForeignOfficeKE@kenyafilmcomm