Today, Meta announced the availability of two new monetization features for eligible creators in Kenya. In-stream ads on Facebook and Ads on Reels will enable creators to earn money for crafting original videos and cultivating community.

“Every day, we’re inspired by the incredible African creators who use this platform to tell their stories, connect with others and bring people together,” Moon Baz, Global Partnerships Lead, Africa, Middle East and Turkey (AMET) at Meta said.

“This expansion will empower eligible creators in the vibrant creative industry in Kenya to earn money, whilst setting the bar high for creativity across the world and making Meta’s family of apps the one-stop-shop for all creators.”

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In-stream Ads can play before, during, or after on-demand videos, whether it’s pre-recorded content or when publishing a recording of a previous live stream.

Types of In-stream Ads include Pre-roll Ads (which play before a video starts), Mid-roll Ads (which play during videos), Image Ads (static image ads that display beneath the content), and Post-roll Ads (ads that appear at the end of videos).

Ads on Reels integrate seamlessly into original Reels, enabling creators to get paid based on the performance of their original Reels while entertaining fans.

Available from today, eligible Creators in Kenya will be able to earn money for their video and reel content, with support in over 30 languages globally including Swahili.

To use either product, creators must pass and remain compliant with Meta’s Partner Monetization Policies and Content Monetization Policies and be at least 18 years old. Additionally, for in-stream ads creators must meet certain eligibility requirements such as having a minimum of 5,000 followers.