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Accepted Paper:
Imagining Freedom in Digital Spaces: A Case Study on Selected Performances by King Kaka
Beatrice Grace Munala
(University of Nairobi)
By focusing on selected performances by King Kaka, this paper, through Richard Schechner's concepts of efficacy and entertainment, seeks to examine the freedom of expression digital spaces give digital influencers to act as a mouthpiece of the community
Paper long abstract:
The contemporary world is categorized by an increased use of digital technology. Digital platforms have become one of the fastest ways of spreading messages in a very short time. The increased use of digital technology has led to the emergence of digital influencers who not only use digital spaces for entertainment purposes but also to talk about contemporary issues such as politics, unemployment, and mental health. These spaces enable them to openly criticize and satirize society. Just as Ngugi wa Thiong’o views the pen as a powerful means of addressing post-colonial issues, digital influencers such as King Kaka (Kennedy Ombima) use their voice to raise awareness of the grievances and feelings of the community. By focusing on selected performances by King Kaka, this paper, through Richard Schechner's concepts of efficacy and entertainment, seeks to examine the freedom of expression digital spaces give digital influencers to act as a mouthpiece of the community.