This Artcaffe kerfuffle reminds me the similar paid/unpaid internship debate. As a parent, I push my kids/nephews/nieces to seek internship with MNCs, NGOs, bodies like FIFA, IOC IRRESPECTIVE of payment. Those opportunities are priceless. Take them!

Young Kenyans, dont allow the Twitter hype to mislead you. An unpaid internship at a top MNC, the UN, NASA or WorldBank is way more superior than sitting at home bashing @ArtcaffeKenya for offering you a brilliant platform. Take the opportunity! Negotiate for more coffee!

In conclusion, EXPOSURE PAYS!!!
I will gladly take short term pain for long term gain.
I will avoid short term gain for long term pain.
Choose wisely. Apply for that @ArtcaffeKenya thing - you will be unpopular and appear foolish today, BUT tomorrow, you will laugh. Go on!