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DJs Spapa and Brown Girl Nessa during a past event at Loft Lounge. [Samson Wire. Standard].

Aluta has taken Nairobi by storm, transforming not only the nightlife but also the business models of clubs. Gone are the days of early morning club closures; instead, a shift has occurred, allowing the party to continue throughout the day.

Coined from the slang phrase 'Kupiga ALuta', which means the party continues, this wave enables revellers to enjoy themselves from dawn to dusk.

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