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Resurgence of film in Kenya

The industry can be looked at as a ray of hope or a silver lining of sorts, a promise that creators in Kenya and Africa can rake in monies as big as their international counterparts.

By Kirsten Kanja 3 days ago

Resurgence of film in Kenya

Gaming buffet to feast on

Gaming buffet to feast on

By Boniface Mithika 3 days ago

High notes Uhuru hit artistes will always remember him for

High notes Uhuru hit artistes will always remember him for

By Fay Ngina 4 days ago

Prosecutors seek 8-year prison term for Shakira

Prosecutors seek 8-year prison term for Shakira

By AP 10 days ago

Strong message from voters that politicians should not ignore

One way to explain the voter apathy witnessed on Tuesday is voter fatigue.

By Kiambati Kalangi 28 mins ago

Strong message from voters that politicians should not ignore

Former Twitter worker convicted of spying for Saudi Arabia

A former Twitter employee has been convicted of failing to register as an agent for Saudi Arabia and other charges after accessing private data on users.

By Associated Press 45 mins ago

Former Twitter worker convicted of spying for Saudi Arabia

Tatu Reginaldah: The day my husband almost beat me to death

He moved from verbal abuse to slaps then kicks and one time he beat me so badly – he stepped on my chest and rubbed his feet on me like you would a rug at your doorstep

By Silas Nyamweya 1 hr ago

Tatu Reginaldah: The day my husband almost beat me to death

Amira shows off extreme body transformation after losing 17kgs

Jamal 'Roho Safi' Marlow's estranged wife, Amira, has sent social media into a frenzy with her extreme body transformation picture.

By Diana Anyango 1 hr ago

Amira shows off extreme body transformation after losing 17kgs

IEBC receives 95.46 per cent of Form 34A

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) continue to receive Form 34A from different constituencies, with the exercise expected to complete soon.

By David Njaaga 1 hr ago

IEBC receives 95.46 per cent of Form 34A

Kizz Daniel promises Tanzanian fans free concert after cancelled show

Kizz Daniel has promised a free show for his Tanzanian fans after he failed to show up at the Summer Amplified concert

By Diana Anyango 2 hrs ago

Kizz Daniel promises Tanzanian fans free concert after cancelled show

Your cows and chicks are freezing keep them warm

FarmKenya resident veterinarian Dr Paul Kang’ethe says the cold weather is a huge challenge to animals especially the young ones.

By Rosa Agutu 2 hrs ago

Your cows and chicks are freezing keep them warm

Rosalyn Mugoh: I used to be a hawker at the Nairobi Bus Station

Sometimes, Rosalyn Mugoh will buy something from a hawker even if she doesn’t need it as she understands how hard it is to spend hours in the sun without a sale

By Jacqueline Mahugu 2 hrs ago

Rosalyn Mugoh: I used to be a hawker at the Nairobi Bus Station

Lang'ata MP Nixon Korir concedes defeat before final tally

UDA candidate Nixon Korir has conceded defeat in the Lang'ata parliamentary race, paving the way for his competitor, media personality Felix Odiwuor, alias Jalang'o.

By Mate Tongola 2 hrs ago

Lang'ata MP Nixon Korir concedes defeat before final tally

Kobe Bryant crash photos lawsuit to be heard by LA jury

Kobe Bryant was one of the most photogenic sports figures in Los Angeles and images of him seen by millions around the world —

By Associated Press 2 hrs ago

Kobe Bryant crash photos lawsuit to be heard by LA jury

Will Smith apologises to comedian Chris Rock over the Oscars slap heard around the world

Smith also apologised to Chris’ mother Rosalie Rock and brother Tony Rock, acknowledging that he acted on impulse and had no idea his actions would affect many people.

By Vincent Kejitan 10 days ago

Will Smith apologises to comedian Chris Rock over the Oscars slap heard around the world

Video: Meet Chell the Magician

Meet Swali Said better known as Chell The Magician

By Audio Visual Desk 14 days ago

Video: Meet Chell the Magician

Celebrating David Mulwa, a theatre giant

Mulwa’s commitment to the stage, was undeniable. In 1996 when while acting in the production of Francis Imbuga’s play, The Successor, he broke his leg, mid-play.

By Mbugua Ngunjiri 17 days ago

Celebrating David Mulwa, a theatre giant

Art of Living : A home worthy of a Queen

The apartment has expansive windows, and sliding doors open to a huge balcony where this former Miss India enjoys spectacular views of the Nairobi skyline.

By Nailantei Kenga 17 days ago

Art of Living : A home worthy of a Queen

'Country Queen' and fight against demons, past and present

The six-episode drama series directed by Victor Mbaya is set in a small village called Tsilanga, officially known as Silanga, which is under 'attack' by an invasive mining company.

By Lolita Bunde 17 days ago

'Country Queen' and fight against demons, past and present

Video games face hip hop

In the gaming culture as well, hip hop has been well represented with games that feature artistes as well as their soundtracks.

By Boniface Mithika 17 days ago

Video games face hip hop

'Country Queen' and fight against demons, past and present

Being among the few Kenyan films to be launched on Netflix, of course, it was a big deal, especially for Kenyans and the film industry.

By Lolita Bunde 17 days ago

'Country Queen' and fight against demons, past and present

It's harvest time for musicians as politicians seek to woo youth

Musicians have earned themselves a key role in political rallies. To reach the youthful population who are the main voting bloc in this year’s election, politicians have turned to music.

By Ben Ahenda 18 days ago

It's harvest time for musicians as politicians seek to woo youth

Them Mushrooms spring up after Covid-19, tours UK

The team of 12 members will be based in London which will culminate on D-Day either in Mombasa or Nairobi on December 12.

By Ben Ahenda 18 days ago

Them Mushrooms spring up after Covid-19, tours UK

How literature influences video games

To create their masterpiece, developers have time and again been influenced by literary works. So if you are not into books, how about you grab these games?.

By Boniface Mithika 24 days ago

How literature influences video games

Lost tunes: Why live bands are fading away from wedding events

Live bands are slowly ceding part of their turf to dJs. A live band playing in a wedding ceremony today brings nostalgic memories.

By Peter Muiruri 25 days ago

Lost tunes: Why live bands are fading away from wedding events

Fashion time: Another arrow in the quiver of politicians

Clothing is a form of communication and politicians are conscious of the power of image. Politicians have increasingly turned to casual wear to illustrate they are ordinary folks.

By Lolita Bunde 1 month ago

Fashion time: Another arrow in the quiver of politicians

Great games to beat the July cold

This year has been eventful, thanks to the titles that have already hit the shelves. We have seen some quite interesting titles on all platforms and the scene is just getting better.

By Boniface Mithika 1 month ago

Great games to beat the July cold

Neighbours: Australian hit show bows out after 37 years

The dramatic story started on March 18, 1985, with three families; Ramsays, Robinsons and Clarkes who all lived and worked in Erinsborough, a fictional suburb of Melbourne.

By Boniface Mithika 1 month ago

Neighbours: Australian hit show bows out after 37 years

State missing as artists struggle

The fact that most artistes rely solely on foreign revenue and donor funding to facilitate working spaces, and exhibitions should be a matter of national embarrassment.

By Muhunyo Maina 1 month ago

State missing as artists struggle

Mbilia Bel: Rumba queen still going strong

Mbilia began her music career under Sama Nguana, before moving to Tabuley’s Afrisa International, bursting into the limelight. Tabuley was to later become her first husband.

By Caroline Nyanga 1 month ago

Mbilia Bel: Rumba queen still going strong

Nakuru band hit hard by Covid, finds voice again

The pandemic left the 10-member group, which has specialised in Acapella and band music jobless for two years. Made up of five men and five women it is time to recover lost ground.

By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago

Nakuru band hit hard by Covid, finds voice again

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 1 month ago

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

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 1 month ago

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

The return of Wenge Musica

Wenge Musica was founded as Celio by close college friends in 1979 and later renamed Wenge in 1987.

By Charles Otieno 1 month ago

The return of Wenge Musica

Peris Mukoko: My active nature and bloodline led me to rugby

Celebrated rugby referee, Peris Mukoko-Wanyaga does not think she has had her biggest accomplishment yet, despite having a long list of impressive ones.

By Jacqueline Mahugu 1 month ago

Peris Mukoko: My active nature and bloodline led me to rugby

Obokano: Instrument only played by men

The lyre has distinguished itself as a man-musical tool over the centuries not because of any physical features on it, but just because only men would be allowed to play it.

By Stanley Ongwae 1 month ago

Obokano: Instrument only played by men

Does gaming hurt romantic relationships?

Ensure you give your partner their undivided attention and make sure they know that gaming is not your priority. Sticking to a well-laid-out realistic plan ensures one gets their chores done.

By Boniface Mithika 1 month ago

Does gaming hurt romantic relationships?

Them Mushrooms 'pass the beat' and ask voters to be wise

Teddy teams up with his younger brother John Katana Harrison, Them Mushrooms band leader. Them Mushrooms has survived even after the demise of some of its original founders.

By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago

Them Mushrooms 'pass the beat' and ask voters to be wise

Abdul Karim: The vinyl junkie fighting to keep Classic African music alive

Started by his father in 1971, Melodica Music Stores has been the place to find the true African classics from Simba Wanyika to Dr Nico.

By Shaun Mutua 1 month ago

Abdul Karim: The vinyl junkie fighting to keep Classic African music alive

Changing times: Women convert Father's Day to Husband's Day

YouTuber Maureen Waititu saved the day for grandfathers, killing two birds with one stone. Khaligraph Jones's wife Georgina Muteti wished the rapper a happy Father's Day.

By Fay Ngina 1 month ago

Changing times: Women convert Father's Day to Husband's Day

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 Française, Nairobi; and creative hubs.

By Stevens Muendo 1 month ago

Vioja, and the golden age of Kenyan comedy

The stigma of being a creative

The act of creating is what gives creative people purpose and meaning. Since I can remember, I have drawn and doodled and sang and played at every opportunity I can get.

By Muhonyo Maina 1 month ago

The stigma of being a creative

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 1 month ago

Blessing Lung'aho makes comedy debut

Game this Father's Day away

Fathers mean business. They are not in on any games. Your old man would probably whoop you if you played all day long. But today gives you a leeway to whoop your dad.

By Boniface Mithika 1 month ago

Game this Father's Day away

Art meets politics: Celebrities who tossed their hats into the ring

After rising to fame through showbiz, they believe they relate more to problems facing the youth and now they are in the political field competing with seasoned politicians.

By Fay Ngina 1 month ago

Art meets politics: Celebrities who tossed their hats into the ring

The ultimate plan for Wababaz this weekend

What better way to celebrate and appreciate the fathers in our lives than to join them in making their way to Carnivore on Sunday?

By Peris Wambugu 1 month ago

The ultimate plan for Wababaz this weekend

Drama that shaped Ngugi wa Thiong'o's works, activism still relevant to Kenya

Ngũgĩ was detained without trial in 1977 after writing his first novel in Gikuyu. Democracy is gradually taking root in Kenya, but corruption is still rife.

By The Conversation 1 month ago

Drama that shaped Ngugi wa Thiong'o's works, activism still relevant to Kenya

Dare devil stunt: Free fall from the skies

“The best way of experiencing skydiving for someone who has never done it before was through a tandem jump,” said a 68-year-old woman who had just landed from the skies.

By Jayne Rose Gacheri 1 month ago

Dare devil stunt: Free fall from the skies

Kalasha festival roars back

The outbreak of Covid-19 around the globe led to the cancellation of major entertainment events including the Kalasha festivals as a way of containing the spread of the deadly virus.

By Nathan Ochunge 1 month ago

Kalasha festival roars back

Akothee: The lioness, on her new book and new album

The singer has been candid about her love life, making it a hot topic on social media. She has also been having health challenges but says she is doing much better now.

By Jacqueline Mahugu 1 month ago

Akothee: The lioness, on her new book and new album

My schoolmates died from drug abuse - Stivo Simple Boy

Simple Boy has attracted curiosity from the masses with his catchy tunes and his unique social media presence.

By Shaun Mutua 2 months ago

My schoolmates died from drug abuse - Stivo Simple Boy

How economist danced his way into competitive music business

What started as a high school passion has bloomed into money making passion. Dedicated marketing has seen the school grow into one that now enrols 400 to 500 students a year.

By Peter Theuri 2 months ago

How economist danced his way into competitive music business

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 2 months ago

Celebrities and the business of endorsements

Entertainers dig into rich archives to add cheer to Madaraka Day fete

The 59th Madaraka Day celebrations were graced by seasoned entertainers who put on a good show for at the Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi.

By Fay Ngina 2 months ago

Entertainers dig into rich archives to add cheer to Madaraka Day fete

DCI boss George Kinoti: The man who shaped my life

George Kinoti says he first met his parents-in-law in 1990, while still a university student, a troubled young man, heavily weighed down by low status of his family.

By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2 months ago

DCI boss George Kinoti: The man who shaped my life