Kenyan celebrities turn their faces into millions

In developed markets such as the West, the estates of long-dead icons still cash in. Charlie Chaplin’s name and image, for instance, continue to earn millions annually.

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When actress Sarah Hassan scrolls through social media, she knows her face is more than a photograph. It is an asset.

"No brand can dare use my image for any promotional gain without reaching out to me first. I have made this very deliberate to protect my image and reputation," she tells BDLife.

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