What role have artists played in Kenya's anti-government protests? | The Stream

In the second part of our episode on Kenya’s antigovernment protests, we discuss how new art and music have become integral to the movement.

A viral protest song that samples Kendrick Lamar’s diss track - Not Like Us - has become the theme of a movement calling for change in Kenya. “Music has a unique power to unite people and amplify their voices,” Patohvin tells OkayAfrica. “Music can be a rallying cry that turns passive discontent into active resistance.”

Presenter: Anelise Borges

Guests:
Octopizzo - Performing artist
Maya Amolo - Singer and songwriter
Sabi Wu - Artist and student
Mutuma Mutua - Poet and performing artist

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