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Lesbian or not, Fena Gitu doesn’t owe you an explanation

Fena Gitu’s sexual orientation has been the subject of discussion for as long as we’ve known her. Many a time, the Sema Ng’we hitmaker is put on the...

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We are tired of DNA’s music comebacks

Dennis Kaggia, alias DNA, shot to fame circa 2007 after releasing Banjuka. In those days, Jomino Records was the go-to record label. Every song that was produced...

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Co-operative Bank rolls-out MSME forums to counties, starting with Nakuru

Co-operative Bank has kicked-off a countrywide campaign of engaging Micro, Small & Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in the counties, beginning with Nakuru County. The forums focus on training...

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La Liga coaches to scout for talent in Kitui this weekend at Chapa Dimba na Safaricom regional finals

Football is the most popular sport in Kenya, as is the case in many parts of the world. Maybe this is because it requires fewer resources compared...

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Triple Threat: 3 latest mixes from Kenyan DJs that we can’t get enough of this week

We thought it was wise to start a weekly column where the we share with you some of of the best mixes from local deejays. So, here...

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Fik Fameica, fast-rising Ugandan rapper who is ready to take on Khaligraph Jones

Ugandan rapper Walukagga Shafik, alias Fik Fameica, might be newcomer but he has been making major strides. By the look of things, it’s only a matter of...

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Sauti Sol, talented boy band that gave Kenyan music worldwide recognition

I would be so disappointed if any upcoming or established Kenyan musician does not pay homage to Sauti Sol. These talented boys literally took Kenyan music to...

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8 reasons why you should #SwitchToAirtel

I’ve been using Airtel for a while now and believe you me, it has been a good journey! In as much as the network is not foolproof,...

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“Funga duka, tutajisort na Samantha,” showbiz bad boy Shaffie Weru claps back at Huddah Monroe and Kenyan ladies (Video)

#FungaDukaChallenge is the latest craze sweeping across social media. Kenyan women have resolved that they are ‘closing the shop’ i.e. denying their partners sex and, as expected,...

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Artist Spotlight: Ben Cyco, gospel singer who continued to shine after his group split up

Former Christ Cycoz member Bernard Kariuki, alias Ben Cyco, has been making major moves as a solo artist after the award-winning group split up in 2016. When...

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25 Kenyan hit songs that were released in February 2019

Here are 25 songs which were released by Kenyan artists in February 2019 in no particular order. 1. Nadia Mukami ft Arrow Bwoy – Radio Love 2....

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Bahati, the most arrogant celebrity in Kenya

Gospel singer Kevin Bahati might appear like a very sociable person but the truth is that he is one of the most arrogant and snobbish celebrities in...

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Things can only get better for Naiboi from here

Kenyan singer Michael Clevar Odhiambo, alias Naiboi, has really come a long way. He is proof that sheer willpower and perseverance can take you from the bottom...

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Saint Stevoh, a Kenyan gospel musician who’s actually worth your time

Like many people, I seldom listen to Kenyan gospel music because, as you know, most local gospel artists are not in the habit of praising God in...

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Otile Brown’s journey from laptop thief to continental star

There’s no doubt that Jacob Otieno Obunga, alias Otile Brown, is among the the most sought after artists not only in Kenya but the East African region...

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Safaricom to reward loyal customers with KSh. 250M in its biggest promotion yet

Safaricom has made tremendous progress since it was established in 1997. From a paltry customer base of 17,000 subscribers, the mobile operator has grown in leaps and...

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Tufani, the new kids on the block who have taken over the music industry

A new duo has taken the local music industry by storm and by the look of things, it’s only a matter of time before they become a...

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Nadia Mukami, a Kenyan songstress who is destined for greatness

I grew up listening to some of Kenya’s most talented female musicians. My playlist featured songstresses like; Wahu, Nazizi, Lady S, Amani, Meg C, Rat-a-tat and Sanaipei...

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Willy Paul is Kenya’s most misunderstood celebrity

Willy Paul is one of the most down-to-earth celebrities in Kenya, forget the snobbish bad boy image that he has painted in the minds of many people....

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Ningechonga viazi on Valentine’s Day but the MCo-op Cash app saved me big time, here’s how

I almost got dumped on Valentine’s Day! Right now, I’d be looking back at the good old days when I had a girlfriend and took it for...

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Timmy Tdat should pull up his socks before it’s too late

Don’t get me wrong, I am a huge Timmy Tdat fan. I, however, feel that his last two releases dubbed Pogna Matin and Atekwe weren’t all that....

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Ringtone, a shameless gospel singer who does not deserve an ounce of respect

If at all there’s any Kenyan singer that I regard with disdain then it’s Alex Apoko, alias Ringtone. Why, you ask? Well, it’s hard to have high...

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Octopizzo Vs Khaligraph: Whose music approach is better?

A few days ago, I bumped into a music producer who’s behind some of the biggest hits in Kenya. Naturally, we found ourselves talking about the local...

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Maybe Prezzo should quit music now that he’s turning 40

Kenyan rapper Jackson Makini Ngechu, popularly known as Prezzo, has lost the flare we all came to know him for in the early 2000s. In those days,...

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Dangerous thugs are now posing as garbage collectors in Nairobi’s top estates and it’s scary

These days, you are more likely to be robbed during the day than at night in most Nairobi estates. And I’m not talking about house robberies or...

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Artist Spotlight: Mbithi, a musician who’s way ahead of his time

If at all there’s a versatile musician in Kenya, then it has to be Mbithi the Kamba boy. The first time I listened to any of his...