KFCB is stepping up content monitoring during the October-December school holiday.
The film regulator urges broadcasters, streaming services and gaming outlets to follow classification rules, while asking parents to supervise children’s screen time.
KFCB holiday monitoring has intensified across broadcasters, streaming platforms and gaming outlets during the October-December school break. The Kenya Film Classification Board aims to protect children from age-inappropriate audiovisual content as learners spend nearly two months away from school.
In a consumer advisory, Acting Chief Executive Officer Nelly Muluka warned that the extended holiday could increase children’s screen time. This could also expose them to inappropriate material on television, streaming services, social media and online gaming platforms.
KFCB holiday monitoring covers online and offline spaces
The Board urged content distributors, exhibitors, video halls and PlayStation gaming outlets to meet licensing and classification requirements. It also reminded audiovisual providers to observe these rules, particularly at establishments that children can access.
Meanwhile, KFCB said it was working with other government institutions to strengthen both online and offline monitoring. The effort includes checks at audiovisual premises where children could encounter adult content or illegal filming.
Parents urged to supervise screen time
Alongside compliance checks, the Board called on parents, guardians and caregivers to actively supervise children’s media use. It advised families to activate parental controls, set screen-time limits and ensure children access age-appropriate content.
The advisory stressed that child protection must continue throughout the school holiday. It also encouraged parents to discuss what children watch, listen to and encounter online.
In addition, KFCB urged families to choose educational and family-friendly programming. The Board encouraged constructive holiday activities to keep children engaged beyond their screens.
Warning extends beyond digital content
Beyond screen use, the regulator asked parents to remain alert to children’s whereabouts, friendships and surroundings. It cited the risk of exposure to substance abuse and other harmful influences during the break.
The advisory therefore addressed both media consumption and the environments children spend time in outside school. KFCB urged members of the public to report inappropriate audiovisual content through info@kfcb.go.ke or its social media platforms for action.
