Comedian Nasra Yusuf has announced her bid for the Garissa County Women Representative seat in the 2027 General Election, joining a growing list of Kenyan entertainers seeking elective office. Yusuf announced her political ambitions in an Instagram post on Tuesday, October 20, outlining her priorities for women, young people and families in the northeastern county. Her campaign poster carries the slogan, “Her Voice. Her Future. Our Garissa,” and lists pledges to promote women’s empowerment, improve access to education and skills training, strengthen healthcare services and create employment opportunities. In the accompanying caption, Yusuf said she wanted leadership that listens to…
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Baba’s soundtrack: How music shaped Raila Odinga’s political identity [Photo: Courtesy] As Kenyans marked one year since the death of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga on October 15, 2025, the songs associated with his campaigns remain a striking testament to how the political enigma’s identity blended effortlessly with Kenya’s entertainment scene. From the “NASA Tibim” chant to “Leo ni Leo”, campaign songs reached audiences far beyond political rallies, bringing musicians, dance and popular rhythms into Kenya’s electoral contests. Raila died in India aged 80, ending a political career that spanned decades. As Kenyans reflect on his life, the music…
Keffe D sentenced to 40 years in prison for Tupac Shakur’s murder [Photo:Courtesy] Duane “Keffe D” Davis has been sentenced to at least 40 years in prison for the killing of American rap icon Tupac Shakur, nearly three decades after the fatal shooting. The 63-year-old former gang leader was sentenced in Las Vegas on Tuesday, October 13, after a jury found him guilty of murder with a deadly weapon over Shakur’s shooting in September 1996. According to the BBC, prosecutors argued that Davis played a leading role in the attack despite not being the person who fired the gun. They…
Tobey Maguire officiates ex-wife Jennifer Meyer’s wedding weeks after divorce [Photo: Courtesy] Hollywood actor Tobey Maguire officiated the wedding of his ex-wife, jewellery designer Jennifer Meyer, and billionaire heir Geoffrey Ogunlesi in Hawaii, less than a month after their divorce was finalised. Meyer, 49, and Ogunlesi exchanged vows on Saturday, October 10, at the Four Seasons Resort Lanai in Hawaii, in a ceremony attended by several high-profile guests. According to People magazine, Maguire, best known for playing Spider-Man in the film franchise, officiated the ceremony despite his marriage to Meyer officially ending on September 21, 2026. The divorce came nearly…
Kenya among 15 countries to benefit from Michelle Obama’s Sh129m girls’ fund [Photo: Courtsey] Michelle Obama has announced more than Sh129 million ($1 million) in funding for 25 grassroots organisations working to improve education and opportunities for girls in 15 countries, including Kenya. The former US First Lady made the announcement in a video message shared on her Facebook page on Sunday, October 11, to mark the International Day of the Girl. The funding will be channelled through the Girls Opportunity Alliance, a programme of the Obama Foundation that supports community-based organisations working to educate and empower adolescent girls worldwide.…
Former nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba has stood by her political message after veteran broadcaster Fred Obachi Machoka ordered security officers to remove her from the stage during his 50th anniversary celebration in Nairobi. In a Facebook post on Sunday, October 11, Orwoba appeared to double down on the message, writing: “Good Morning! Lazima nikumbushe Uncle mambo ni WANTAM!” Her response followed a confrontation at Ulinzi Sports Complex on Saturday, October 10, where Machoka was celebrating five decades in broadcasting at the Machoka @50 Grand Concert. A video of the incident circulating online showed Orwoba on the main stage making gestures…
Nameless: How radio competition gave me my 25-year stage name [Photos/Courtesy] Veteran Kenyan musician David Mathenge, popularly known as Nameless, has revealed that his stage name was picked almost by chance during a radio competition early in his music career. Speaking…
Emmerson Mnangagwa’s journey to power to be told in six-part TV drama [Photo: Courtsey] A Zimbabwean-South African film company is developing a six-part television drama chronicling the life and political journey of Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Titled “Raising of a Giant”, the series will trace Mnangagwa’s story from the history surrounding his birth and childhood to his involvement in the liberation struggle, political career and eventual rise to the presidency. According to Zimbabwean newspaper The Herald, the drama is being developed by Black Lips Film Production and sponsored by Prevail International Group of Companies. Each of the six episodes will…
Prosecutors presented evidence from Flynn’s iPhone and Apple Watch (Photo: Courtesy) Former American Idol contestant Caleb Flynn has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after being convicted of killing his wife in Ohio, United States. Flynn, 40, was convicted last week of murdering Ashley Flynn, 37, a teacher. According…
Tanzanian musician Harmonize has broken his silence after being fined TSh5 million (about Sh240,000) over his ‘Kudos’ music video, saying he was disappointed by the decision but is willing to do whatever is necessary to resolve the dispute peacefully. Speaking to BBC’s This Is Africa, Harmonize said he respected Tanzania and its government despite the action taken against him by the National Arts Council (BASATA). “I was disappointed kind of like, but at the end of the day I know we’re growing together so we’re gonna be better. So I don’t blame anybody,” he said. The singer said the action…
Singapore has launched a matchmaking service for government workers aged between 21 and 35, using an algorithm to match participants based on their preferences, interests and values. According to the BBC, the service, known as FirstDate, was launched this week as a pilot programme for public servants. Participants sign in using Singapore’s national digital identity system before completing a questionnaire covering their interests, habits and values. FirstDate matches users with one potential partner at a time instead of allowing them to browse through multiple profiles. The platform uses the Gale-Shapley Stable Marriage algorithm, developed by economist Lloyd Shapley and mathematician…