Wananchi Group Limited, trading as Zuku, has been ordered to pay Sh7.2 million in damages for illegally broadcasting the Kenyan film Pwagu without authorization. The case, Kadi Media Limited vs Wananchi Group Limited, stemmed from a complaint by Kadi Media Limited and filmmaker Diana Mbogo, who alleged that Zuku infringed their copyright by airing Pwagu on its TV platform without consent.
The claimants sought an injunction to halt further broadcasting, special damages of Sh2,217,951, general damages, and costs, citing unauthorised use of their audio-visual work.
The tribunal's journey to this verdict began with a High Court order on November 4, 2024, transferring the case from Justice C.W.
Meoli to the Copyright Tribunal.
