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Akothee also noted that just as producers need artists, artists depend on recording studios to execute their work.
The inspiration for the song is deeply rooted in his past. He reveals "18 and Over" was directly inspired by Young Lover's "Cocoa Tea," a track he played constantly during his college days.
Kenyan listeners spent over 180 million hours on the Spotify platform in 2025 alone, with seven out of ten of the country’s top-streamed songs coming from homegrown talent.
KAMP Chairperson Angela Ndambuki clarified that the engagement with eCitizen is strictly an efficiency and compliance partnership, designed to improve royalty collection.
The event, themed on social justice and equality, saw more than 100 submissions, with 50 artworks shortlisted for the final exhibition after a rigorous selection process.
A new joint initiative has introduced tailored financing solutions to help Kenyan creatives access capital and overcome long-standing funding barriers.
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