Why Kenya’s film stars are quitting acting

Kenyan film and television actors are poorly paid, with some living from hand to mouth as producers and production houses take a larger share of the industry’s revenue. Catherine Kamau, known as Kate Actress, revealed she had to leave acting after more than a decade to pursue content creation. The low pay and unequal revenue distribution are driving many artists to quit their careers. This situation highlights broader issues within Kenya’s entertainment industry.