Kalasha Kituo Halisi Award
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| Kituo Halisi Award | |
|---|---|
 Fisrt recipient at the 2nd Kalasha Awards | |
| Awarded for | Authentically showcasing Kenyan culture, heritage, identity, and storytelling traditions |
| Country | Kenya |
| Presented by | Kenya Film Commission |
| First award | September 2010 |
| Most recent winner | Inooro TV (2024) |
| Most awards | K24, KBC, Citizen TV, KUTV (2 each) |
| Website | kalashaawards |
The Kituo Halisi Award is an annual special award presented by the Kenya Film Commission as part of the Kalasha International Film & TV Awards. It recognizes a film, television production, or broadcasting station that authentically showcases Kenyan culture, heritage, identity and storytelling traditions.[1][failed verification]
While the category description encompasses productions, it has historically been awarded to Kenyan television stations and broadcasters that consistently promote and air authentic local content. It was first awarded at the 2nd edition of the ceremony in 2010.
The recent recipient is Inooro TV at the 13th edition held in 2024.[2]
Criteria
[edit]The award is presented to entities or productions that champion the authentic representation of the Kenyan narrative. Eligible nominees must demonstrate a commitment to broadcasting or producing content that reflects the nation's cultural heritage and identity.[citation needed]
Nominees and winners are traditionally selected by the Kalasha Academy, a panel of industry professionals. Special awards like Kituo Halisi often rely heavily on the academy's assessment of long-term contribution and cultural impact, alongside the standard hybrid voting system used in other categories.[3][failed verification]
Winners
[edit]The award was not presented or the ceremony was not held in 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2023 and 2025. Winners are listed by year of ceremony.
| Year | Recipient | Ref. |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | K24 | [4] |
| 2012 | KBC | [5] |
| 2014 | Citizen TV | [6] |
| 2017 | K24 | [7] |
| 2018 | KBC | [8][9] |
| 2019 | KU TV | [10][11] |
| 2020 | Citizen TV | [12] |
| 2021 | KU TV | [13][14] |
| 2022 | NTV | [15][16] |
| 2024 | Inooro TV | [17] |
| 2026 |
Records
[edit]As of 2024, the Kituo Halisi Award has been characterized by a multi-way tie for the most wins, with four major Kenyan broadcasting networks securing the honor twice.
Most awards
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ "Kalasha International". KALASHA INTERNATIONAL FILM AND TV MARKET, FESTIVAL & AWARDS. 2023-11-23. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ Digital, K. B. C. (2024-04-02). "Full list of winners at the Kalasha Awards". KBC Digital. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ "13th edition of Kalasha International Film and TV Awards public voting". m.startimestv.com. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ LIFESTYLE, CAPITAL (2010-09-28). "Winners at the Kalasha Awards". Capital Lifestyle. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ Lifestyle, Capital (2012-12-10). "KALASHA: The best on Kenya's screen feted". Capital Lifestyle. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ Omondi, Vincent (2014-07-28). "Here's The Full List of The Kalasha Awards 2014 Winners". Ghafla!. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ "Kati Kati, Sue and Jonnie top 2017 Kalasha Awards". Daily Nation. 2020-07-05. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ Wangare, Jackline (2018-11-27). "2018 Kalasha Film and TV Awards: Full list of winners and nominees - Tuko.co.ke". www.tuko.co.ke. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ Syombua, Pauline (2018-11-26). "2018 Kalasha Awards winners (full list)". Ghafla! Kenya. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ "2019 Kalasha Awards winners receive Ksh.1.7 million cash prize". Citizen Digital. 2019-12-11. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ "Kalasha Awards 2019". Daily Nation. 2020-05-18. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ Muendo, Stevens. "It's the year of '40 Sticks' as Kalasha celebrates 10 years". The Standard. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ Muendo, Stevens. "Kalasha Awards 2021 winners – Full list". The Standard. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ "List of winners in the 2021 Kalasha Awards (Photos)". www.mpasho.co.ke. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ "List of winners at the 2022 Kalasha Awards (Full List)". www.mpasho.co.ke. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ "'NTV' scoops Kalasha Award, as winners set to pocket Sh200,000 each". Daily Nation. 2022-12-06. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
- ↑ "Charles Ouda, Sarah Hassan, Anguka win big at Kalasha Awards [Full List]". www.mpasho.co.ke. Retrieved 2026-04-20.