Celebrated rapper Femi One (Photo Courtesy) Kenyan rap sensation Femi One is lighting up the global music scene once again, after making waves with her fiery verse on the remix of Baddie, a hit by Nigerian pop queen Yemi Alade, featuring Jamaican dancehall heavyweight Konshens, little birdie has it that she is hard at work, with some new songs on the way. Femi’s bold, no-holds-barred delivery has turned heads and sparked trends across social media platforms, with fans praising her for staying true to her unique style while holding her own among international stars.But that’s not the only reason Femi One…
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Chinese creator revealing where goods are made in China (Photo Courtesy/Instagram) The internet is currently buzzing, largely due to a surge of TikTok videos revealing some of the fashion industry’s best-kept secrets. Suppliers from China—those responsible for producing your beloved luxury goods—are exposing prominent European and American brands for what they allege is a long-standing deception: inflating prices for items manufactured in China. These original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), who’ve long been the silent force behind big names like Lululemon and Zara, are now stepping out of the shadows. And instead of quietly selling to Western corporations, many are cutting out…
Content Creator Oga Obinna (L) Migori man hanging on the Helicopter as it lifts off(Photo Courtesy/Facebook/OgaObinna) What began as a joyous celebration for renowned Ohangla star Prince Indah quickly turned into a scene straight out of an action movie—only this time, it was very real. The popular musician, whose real name is Evance Ochieng’, had just wrapped up his dazzling traditional wedding in Migori. Guests were leaving the venue, laughter and music still echoing in the air, when something truly unexpected happened. As a chopper prepared to take off—carrying several high-profile personalities, including comedian and media personality Oga Obinna—a local…
American YouTuber Mr Beast who was in Kenya for philanthropic acts (Photos Courtesy/MrBeast/Instagram) YouTube sensation and charitable figure Mr. Beast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, is capturing hearts once more with his remarkable generosity in Kenya. His latest visit to Narok County has moved and inspired many online, as he took significant actions to assist schoolchildren in meaningful and impactful ways. In a video that’s quickly gone viral with over 14 million views and counting, Mr Beast reveals his mission: to provide meals, school supplies, and essential infrastructure to students who need it most. “The more of you that…
A photo of headphones with notes underneath. [AI generated] Sub-Saharan Africa’s recorded music market saw a significant boost in 2024, with revenues reaching an impressive US$110 (Sh14b) million. It was the first time surpassing the US$100 million mark. South Africa continues to dominate the region, accounting for nearly 75 per cent of the revenue, and experiencing a solid 14.4 per cent growth. Angela Ndambuki, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry’s (IFPI) Regional Director for Sub-Saharan Africa, attributes this success to the strategic efforts by record companies to create opportunities for both artistes and fans. She praised the region’s impressive…
Singer Parroty (L) has accused Music Producer Jegede (C) of sharing his work (Photo Courtesy/Instagram/Jegede) With beef simmering between gengetone artiste Parroty and Mr Seed, the former has taken it a notch further and now claims he wants US President Donald Trump to deport music producer and singer Jgede over the issue. “You have heard how Mr Seed has responded saying that he was sent the song by the producer, this clearly shows that he stole it from me. I had clearly stated that I had done the song with Jegede as the producer who is now in the US.…
Winnie Byanyima had an online exchange with General Muhoozi Kainerugaba (Photo: Courtesy) Netizens have been treated to free drama, after President Yoweri Museveni’s son General Muhoozi Kainerugaba responded to Kizza Besigye’s wife, Winnie Byanyima’s statement on her past relationship with President Yoweri Museveni. According to General Muhoozi, Winnie who is married to embattled opposition leader Kizza Besigye, tried to wreck their home and that Museveni kicked her out. “There was nothing normal about your relationship with my father,” he tweeted. “You found a happy home and tried to wreck it. You’re a disaster of a woman,” he added. Winnie Byanyima…
SHIFT80 a vibrant initiative by a Japanese creative based in Kenya, is set to host a fashion and design competition, SHIFT80 Design Prize 2024, to showcase Kenya’s incredible talent on a global platform. The event which will be done in collaboration with Kenyan fashion designers and models, on December 11, with an aim to discover and nurture young, ambitious designers while infusing fresh energy into Kenya’s fashion industry. It also seeks to connect local creatives with international designers, fostering cross-cultural innovation and success on the global stage with a rallying call on “Upcycling and Sustainability”, the competition encourages participants to…
Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Leading a nation is no small feat, and Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu, the first female president in East Africa, is renowned for her no-nonsense approach to politics and governance. However, many have yet to see the more personal side of the mother of four. A recently surfaced video shows President Suluhu in the kitchen, preparing a meal. Typically, presidents do not cook their own meals, making the video all the more unique. In the footage, hosted by Mariam, the president remarks that she hasn’t forgotten how to cook. She tastes the dish, then notes that it…