Summary

  • RM2.5 million allocated for music industry grants.
  • Applications open from July 15.
  • Eight funding categories available.
  • Initiative supports Malaysia’s creative economy.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — Ministry of Communications, through MyCreative Ventures Sdn. Bhd., has opened applications for the Dana Kandungan Kreatif (DKK) Industri Muzik 2026.

Offering RM2.5 million in grants to support Malaysia’s music industry. The fund covers eight categories, including music concerts, festivals, gigs, songwriting, marketing and international promotion.

Since its introduction in 2023, the programme has channelled over RM45 million to support 11,400 local music industry players.

Applications open from July 15, with submission deadlines varying by category until December 31, 2026.