In-Person + Live Online Classes

AI-driven video, audio, music & film production — made for African creators.

MAICAT's flagship Africa AI Creators Initiative turns storytellers, musicians, marketers and entrepreneurs into AI-powered production teams in 30 days — culminating in a real capstone project and certification.

30Days, start to launch
25+AI video lessons
100+Creative AI tools
5Certification tracks
Traditional Film Making Digital Production Social Media Content AI-Assisted Production AI-Native Content Creation
What you'll learn

Six modules. One capstone project that's actually yours.

01

AI Video Production

Generate professional video with AI tools, scriptwriting platforms and avatar technology.

02

AI Audio & Music

Produce original soundtracks, voiceovers and audio content with AI music generation.

03

AI Design & Digital Art

Create branding, visuals and artwork using AI design and image platforms.

04

Film & Media Production

End-to-end production workflows enhanced by AI, from concept to final cut.

05

Digital Entrepreneurship

Build and monetise a creative business using AI-driven marketing and content.

06

AI Spokesperson & Avatars

Create AI presenters and virtual spokesperson content for brands and campaigns.

The 30 days

A week-by-week path from idea to finished, screened project.

1
Week 1 · Days 1–7

Foundations

The evolution of AI media, the African creative economy, generative AI and prompt engineering fundamentals.

Milestone: select your community story
2
Week 2 · Days 8–14

Pre-Production

AI scriptwriting, music concepts, storyboarding, character creation and a full production plan.

Milestone: complete screenplay & storyboard
3
Week 3 · Days 15–21

Production

Hands-on masterclasses across AI video, voice, and music tools — filming, voiceovers and original scoring.

Milestone: first AI-generated short film
4
Week 4 · Days 22–30

Showcase & Business

Advanced editing, distribution, monetisation, ethics & copyright, and building your creative business.

Milestone: final showcase & graduation
Walk away with

Eight real outcomes by Day 30.

  • 1 AI-generated short film
  • 1 original music track
  • 1 podcast episode
  • 1 AI avatar presenter
  • 1 community-impact capstone project
  • A portfolio website showcasing your work
  • A professional MAICAT certificate
  • A business commercialisation plan
Certification tracks

Graduate with a credential that fits your craft.

AAI Video Creator
BAI Music Producer
CAI Audio Producer
DAI Film Producer
EAI Creative Entrepreneur
MAICAT creative team at work
Who this is for

Filmmakers. Musicians. Marketers. First-time creators.

Amateur content creators, upcoming musicians, filmmakers, digital marketers, journalists, creative entrepreneurs, production houses, and youth & community-based creative groups across Kenya and Africa.

Learn from

Mentors who've actually shipped the work.

K

Kenneth Ambani

Scriptwriter & Actor

Expert in creative storytelling, film production and scriptwriting for African audiences.

E

Edison Marindich

AI & Digital Technology Expert

Leading authority on AI creative tools, digital innovation and technology entrepreneurship.

Admit one · Africa AI Creators Initiative

Register for the 30-Day Cohort

Fill in your details below. We'll confirm your seat and send joining instructions by email.

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Or email maicat@mafigafrica.com directly.
Next Intake
2 August 2026
Limited cohort size
Schedule
Mon–Sat
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM EAT
Fee
Ksh.10,000
Full 30-day programme
Location
Busia County
+ Live online option
🎓 Scholarships open for rural & low-income youth — mention this in your message above.
Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Do I need prior filmmaking or AI experience?

No. The programme is built for amateur content creators, musicians, marketers and complete beginners as much as for existing production houses — Week 1 starts from the fundamentals.

Can I join if I don't live near Busia County?

Yes — every cohort runs in-person at the Busia County campus and live online via our mobile-first platform, so you can participate from anywhere.

What do I actually leave with?

A finished AI-generated short film, an original music track, a podcast episode, an AI avatar presenter, a portfolio website, a business plan, and a certificate in your chosen track.

Are scholarships really available?

Yes. Scholarships are prioritised for talented youth from low-income and rural communities. Mention your interest in the registration form above and our team will follow up.