Senator Crystal Asige nominated for Time honours

Nominated senator Crystal Asige is among the celebrated icons, artistes, innovators and emerging world leaders on the prestigious list.

By Stevens Muendo 9 months ago

It's an all Infinix experience at the PMVAs

PMVA is the biggest annual music award in the region, celebrating and honouring music creators for their exemplary work.

By Stevens Muendo, PMVA 1 year ago

10 things you need to know about PMVA

Pulse Music Video Awards is the most prestigious annual music video award in the region.

By Stevens Muendo 1 year ago

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Charlene Ruto and Daddy Owen raise eyebrows after event at musician's home

The President's daughter Charlene Ruto and musician Daddy Owen were trending on social media after romours that the two were dating.

By Stevens Muendo and Mary Imenza 1 year ago

Africa Open for Business Summit kicks off in USA

The summit is part of the global activities taking place around the high-level week of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) that starts today.

By Stevens Muendo 1 year ago

Danson Mukile: The young Kenyan innovator making waves in the Diaspora

Danson Mukile is a young US-based entrepreneur and an avionics tech engineer who has become a leading voice for Kenyans in the Diaspora.

By Stevens Muendo 1 year ago

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Talanta Hela: Idea that saw MPs put Ababu Namwamba to task

The Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, the Arts and Sports cut an isolated figure, taken to task over one of his most visible 'babies', Talanta Hela, and Kenya's darling, athletics.

By Stevens Muendo 1 year ago

Radio Maisha, Berur shine at Broadcasters Awards

The Peopleis Choice Award Category win was the fifth for the station in the six years the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has hosted the awards.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Time for creatives, youth to reap big as government focuses on creative economy

Talanta Hela Initiative is a bottom-up economic transformation agenda for sporting and creative economy aimed at making it sustainable to support large talent by monetising every opportunity

By Stevens Muendo and Jacqueline Mahugu 2 years ago

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Singer Mustafa opens up on ailing mother and mjengo hustle video

Music producer and rapper Dennis Kaggia aka DNA stood by the singer as he encouraged men to take up any job to fulfil their financial responsibilities.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Deal to give Kenyan artistes international exposure

Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Arts and Sports Ababu Namwamba said this was the first time such an agreement has been reached in the county.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Curtains fall as Riara Girls bag best play trophy, more winners feted in drama fest

Riara Springs Girls' had the best play with a well-executed item by Justin Ong'wen.

By Stevens Muendo and George Orido 2 years ago

Morgan adds 'The Homeland' to their heritage

Kenya's Otile Brown is among the continental and international artistes featured in Morgan Heritage's new LP that will be released today.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Glitz and glamour as Akothee weds 'Omosh' in style

The much-anticipated ceremony lived up to its hype as class, pomp and colour carried the day at the garden set up with the invited guests dressed elegantly for the big day.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Prof Kivutha addresses social justice, youth issues in new poetry book

In a rather candid, subtle and bold approach, Professor Kivutha Kibwana's new book 'These Words: An Anthology of Poems' revisits Kenya's political history with pain.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

'The Real Housewives of Nairobi' unveiled

The first reality TV franchise premiered in the US in 2005. The production is the closest Kenya has come to producing a world-class show.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

VIDEO: Juliana opens up about becoming a mother again after losing her son

Juliana: My second child is a gift.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Showbiz to reap big after favourable policies tabled

The creative sector is headed for a major revival as the government champions the passing of legislative policies that will favour players in the arts industry.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Ababu promises support as Miss World placed in Arts ministry

Kenya has been named African champion four times, despite the government's dismal support, which should ideally fund the pageant's operations.

By Stevens Muendo and Peris Wambugu 2 years ago

Masauti, Brandy Maina to headline Jamhuri fete

Experienced musicians and dancers will take part in the celebrations, which are themed around innovation with an emphasis on creative arts.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Gospel musician Travis Greene in Kenya for big worship concert

The visit that will see him perform on Jamhuri Day eve comes five years since his last visit here, where he had a show that got sold out.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

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How Nairobi lost its showbiz cool

Having lost its tag as East Africa's entertainment hub, Nairobi now finds itself struggling to keep up as other cities and towns step up

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

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Staying power: Secrets to Nonini, Nameless and Mejja's showbiz dominance

The trio has build a huge new fan base on social media where the numbers are in this musical era. Last year, Nonini hit the jackpot with his merchandise brand, the Mgenge2Ru apparel.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Beauty pageant pushes for climate change

Miss KCA University promises to use the title to advocate for social changes in society. The win is one step closer for the model to achieve the Miss University Africa crown.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

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Nana Gecaga: I gave KICC back its lost reputation

Nana says when she came to KICC she was fourth in line but everyone was taken out one by one because of corruption. There was instability among the workers, and the morale was so low.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

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The replay: Franco, Rhumba legend's shoes prove too big to fill

Born in Kinshasa in 1938, Franco continues to inspire many upcoming Rhumba musicians. He was the master of African Rhumba and led the most popular and respected African Orchestra TPOK Jazz Band.

By Stevens Muendo and Ben Ahenda 2 years ago

Film board pledges to support this year's PMVA

Pulse is now one of the leading entertainment products managed under the Standard Group's Entertainment and Lifestyle Desk

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

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Ruto's raids in Raila strongholds helped him clinch narrow victory

By getting 7,176,141 votes against Raila's 6,942,930 votes, Ruto was able to cross the constitutional requirement of 50 per cent+1 mark by 69,572 votes to avoid a run-off.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Jubilee relegated to minority party in Nakuru, Baringo county assemblies

United Democratic Alliance clinched the majority of the elective seats in the two assemblies in the August 9 General Election.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

List of elected governors

List of elected governors countrywide.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

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Scenes from polling stations were inspiring proof of love for country

The polling station is not an ordinary destination. All factors constant, the opportunity comes every five years. It is therefore not a chance to be lost.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

Explainer: What you need to know about IEBC KIEMS kits

The system identifies voters biometrically and seeks to curb impersonation during the voting exercise making sure only those that had been registered are allowed to cast their votes.

By Stevens Muendo 2 years ago

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R Kelly: Talented king of RB finally trapped in child abuse closet

For a man whose secular, gospel and contemporary chords themed the late 90s and 2000s, the 30-year sentence is an anticlimax to a colourful run.

By Stevens Muendo, Alex Kiarie 3 years ago

Unity in the air as Jimmy D Psalmist, Eric Donaldson arrive for mega concerts

Finally, the much-awaited Umoja Splash Festival goes down tomorrow at the Carnivore Grounds with the showstopper of the event Eric Donaldson having arrived in the country days ahead of the fete.

By Stevens Muendo 3 years ago

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Vioja, and the golden age of Kenyan comedy

Kenyan comedy comes from far way back before Churchill and Redykyulass. Forget Phoenix Players, Professional Centre and Alliance Francaise, Nairobi; and creative hubs.

By Stevens Muendo 3 years ago

Blessing Lung'aho makes comedy debut

Lung'aho's Dom stands on one side of this sibling rivalry as Nicole's accomplice, the man on the outside who helps her set her plans in motion.

By Stevens Muendo 3 years ago

Finding ourselves in the caves of Paradise Lost

Giant mugumo trees have their roots weaving through the huge rocks. The caves are deep and dark, with narrow entries. This is not a place for the faint-hearted.

By Stevens Muendo 3 years ago

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Celebrities and the business of endorsements

Most deals are pegged on tough conditions that celebrities must keep. Beer and spirits, as well as whiskey brands, are some of the products that pay handsomely.

By Stevens Muendo 3 years ago

Song by Kenya and Jamaica stars set for release ahead of peace tour

Nazizi said artistes in the project were just volunteers and she's calling on more to join. Organisers had indicated they would include Jamaica's Eric Donaldson in the Umoja Splash Peace tour.

By Stevens Muendo 3 years ago

'Ms President': 52 TV contestants complete first week in academy

The show aims to prepare women for future leadership and governance roles.

By Stevens Muendo 3 years ago