Skate & Sound - Deejay Workshop:
Fem-focused beginner level workshop designed to introduce you to the world of deejayingWednesday, March 25th to Friday, March 27th 2026
Santuri Classroom, 10pm - 4pm, each dayFacilitated by Anxxiouz & Dj Amina
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Intellectual Property: Interactive Jadili Session
Thursday, April 2nd 2026
Santuri Salon, 1pm - 5pmFacilitated by SEMA
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Bitwig Studio Workshop:
Zero to First Beat in 1 DayWednesday, April 8th 2026
Santuri Classroom, 10am - 4pmBitwig is an international music technology company based in Berlin, with the mission to create music-making tools that think outside the box. Bitwig makes Bitwig Studio, which is now the software of choice for musicians, sound designers, composers, film scorers, and other creative artists. Back at Kilele for a second time, this year there will be two highly-skilled facilitators leading the workshop.
Facilitated by Hendrick Sam
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Bitwig Studio Workshop:
Generative Music and Visuals with TouchDesignerTuesday, February 9th 2026
Santuri Classroom, 10am - 4pmFollowing the intro session, Kevin Karanja will take over to dive into a specific use-case for Bitwig in his Data-Driven Music Sequencers section. Using Bitwig & TouchDesigner, Karanja will explore what it looks like when visuals move beyond merely responding to sound, but instead become active drivers of musical structure. Focussing on experimental sequencing, generative systems, and data-led composition, using code and visual signals to shape rhythm, texture, and form in real time, participants will engage with alternative creative workflows where sound, image, and system design operate as equal collaborators.
Facilitated by Kevin Karanja
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Focusrite Group - Open Day
Saturday, April 18th 2026
Santuri Classroom, 11am - 5pmFocusrite, Novation & ADAM Audio come together for a full-day, hands-on workshop celebrating high-end gear and boundless creativity. As part of the same family of brands, this powerhouse trio will transform the Santuri Classroom into an immersive playground for sound exploration and production innovation.
Whether refining a beat, building a live performance setup, or simply getting tactile with some of the most sought-after gear in the industry, this workshop offers a rare opportunity to explore without limits.
Facilitated by
BBYY. On The Island
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Ableton Beginner Workshop
Wednesday, April 22nd & Friday 24th 2026
Santuri Classroom, 11am - 5pmSanturi's longest-standing technology partner, Ableton, is making an exciting return to collaborate with the Nairobi crew for a comprehensive beginner-level music production workshop. This will feature an immersive program designed to get you started on your music creation journey.
No prior music production knowledge or experience is required, so come ready to transform your brilliant ideas into sound!
Facilitated by
Lilywhite
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Ableton Advanced Masterclass
Thursday, April 23rd 2026
Santuri Classroom, 11am - 5pmSanturi's longest-standing technology partner, Ableton, is making an exciting return to collaborate with the Nairobi crew for a comprehensive beginner-level music production workshop. This will feature an immersive program designed to get you started on your music creation journey.
No prior music production knowledge or experience is required, so come ready to transform your brilliant ideas into sound!
Facilitated by
Kimina
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Santuri East Africa
The Mall - Westlands
Ring Road Westlands, Nairobi County, Kenya
These SEMA offerings are sponsored by Sanara.
SEMA in Sanara
SEMA is dedicated to the upskilling of music practitioners, ensuring they can build vibrant, self-sustained livelihoods. With a commitment to intersectional inclusion, SEMA seeks to
create opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that students have
access to the resources and support they need.
By employing a learning-by-doing pedagogical approach, SEMA will play a crucial role in the Sanara program skilling for work, while fostering empowered and skilled audio technicians across the region.
About Sanara
Sanara is inspired by the Swahili words sanaa (arts) and biashara (business). This
exciting, inclusive program designed for young women and men in Kenya’s creative and
cultural industries aims to enable access to dignified and fulfilling work.
In partnership with Mastercard Foundation, the consortium of
HEVA, SNDBX, Baraza Media Lab and GoDown Arts Center,
have launched this 3-year program to offer opportunities for financing,
skilling programs and infrastructure, and the adoption of
sustainable practices that advance safer working environments.
For more information visit:
hevafund.com/sanara
Santuri East Africa
Basement, The MallWestlands, Nairobi, Kenya