Ernst supports the proactive actions of cities like Kitwe, and naturally, Ernst's optimistic view of the development of the film industry is one reason.
In recent years, East Africa's layout for the film industry has been in motion. As long as they control mainstream platforms, everything is basically fine. Not only domestically but abroad as well, the East African Government and the Rhein Royal Family have controlled a number of influential media outlets over the years.
Moreover, as an imperialist country at the beginning of the 20th century, East Africa doesn't need to tolerate the infiltration of its culture and media by the United States, the global sovereign, like those late-developed nations.
