Dennis Itumbi
Dennis Itumbi is a prominent Kenyan political strategist and the Head of Presidential Special Projects and Creative Economy. He is known for his work in promoting digital media initiatives, particularly through the establishment of digital media factories aimed at enhancing content creation and job opportunities in the creative sector. Recently, he was in the news for discussing the potential of these centers to support online media platforms, providing resources for content creators to scale their ideas effectively.
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Digital Strategist Dennis Itumbi addressed mourners during comedian Zachariah Kariuki's funeral.
Heckles, grief mark comedian KK's final send off
Kenya· 2025-07-24
Dennis Itumbi, a senior official in the president's office, has described the incident as a 'moment that got out of hand'.
Kenya government condemns 'shameful' incident
United Kingdom· 2025-05-05
Dennis Itumbi, Head of Presidential Special Projects, stated that the arrest of the filmmakers was unnecessary.
Uproar over arrest of filmmakers linked to 'Blood Parliament'Kenya· 2025-05-03
Dennis Itumbi, Head of Special Projects and Creative Economy, apologized for the police action against the students.
Creatives demand artistic freedom as curtains fall on drama festivalsKenya· 2025-04-17
Dennis Itumbi gained prominence in 2012 when he allegedly hacked into the International Criminal Court’s website.
There's no Head of State who is without 'Farouk' and 'Itumbi'Kenya· 2025-04-17
Dennis Itumbi has apologised to Butere Girls High School drama students following police action against them.
Itumbi apologises to Butere Girls, says ban on Echoes of War 'unnecessary'Kenya· 2025-04-17
Dennis Itumbi is suspected of being involved in hacking the ICC website and allegedly leaking a list of witnesses.
Activist asks Ruto to clarify Dennis Itumbi, Farouk Kibet's roles in govtKenya· 2025-04-16
Dennis Itumbi is the Head of Presidential Special Projects and Creative Economy, noted for his significant influence in the Ruto administration.
State House rogues: Farouk Kibet and Itumbi calling shots in Ruto governmentKenya· 2025-04-09Gachagua claimed that Itumbi is the person who directs ministers on what to say in public and also wanted to control my messaging.
Rigathi Gachagua's bombshell against RutoKenya· 2025-04-08
Dennis Itumbi is described as Ruto's chief propagandist and involved in controlling messaging.
Gachagua accuses Ruto of using presidency for personal gain in explosive interviewKenya· 2025-04-07Itumbi previously claimed Gachagua requested Sh6.4 billion.
Gachagua ally denies Sh10 Billion demand, calls out Ruto's statementsKenya· 2025-04-01
Head of Presidential Special Projects & Creative Economy Dennis Itumbi said the centre will be useful for those involved in digital media.
Govt to build content creation centres in bid to create digital jobsKenya· 2025-02-26
