If you are a gym enthusiast, you’ve likely encountered a colourful cast of characters in your fitness journey. Kenyan gyms are not only hubs of health but also hotbeds of personality. Instructors range from hilariously dramatic to obsessively disciplined, and each brings their own unique flavour to the workout floor. Here are ten distinct types of gym instructors you are bound to meet in Kenyan gyms. 1. The Instagram fitness guru Clad in the latest branded gear and perpetually glued to their phone, this instructor turns every session into a content shoot. From warm-ups to water breaks, nothing is sacred. Your squats may well…
Author: Silas Nyamweya
Budding musician Emmanuel Victor aka VickEmmanuel [Courtesy] For many, surviving a serious accident and depression might spell the end of a career or a dream. But for Emmanuel Victor Mulayo, known musically as VickEmmanuel, it was the very moment that gave birth to a calling. Briefly introduce yourself I am a 24-year-old musician from Kakamega, passionate about both music and serving the Lord. I was born into a loving Christian home: my father is a priest, and my mother is a hardworking tailor. I am the second last born in a family of six. When and how did you discover…
People take lunch at alongside University way road kiosk in Nairobi [File/Standard] In this unforgiving economy, a decent lunch has become a luxury for many city dwellers. For Nairobi’s working class, lunchtime isn’t so much about eating as it is about strategically surviving the hour without spending a coin. With creativity, wit, and no small dose of humour, residents have devised ingenious ways to while away the break before heading back to their desks, wallets still intact. We sampled 10 hilarious ways city residents kill time over lunch… Eating air burgers A cult classic among broke Nairobians. Visit any public park, pavement, or shaded…
At Touché Beauty, we create luxurious skincare and grooming products using natural, sustainably sourced ingredients—many of which are harvested in collaboration with smallholder farmers. Our brand is deeply rooted in the circular economy: we upcycle waste materials like coconut shells, potato sacks, and pineapple extracts into high-performance beauty products and eco-friendly packaging. From our vibrant children’s line Peek-a-boo Baby by Touché to our men’s grooming range and skincare essentials, everything we do promotes wellness, sustainability, and African excellence. We understand you make these value-added products from natural waste such as overripe fruits and coconut shells. How did this idea come about? The idea…
Pamella Oduor [Courtesy/Facebook] Tell us about your brand and what makes it unique My brand is Let’s Cook Kenyan Meals (LCKM), a global community of food lovers from Kenya and beyond who enjoy cooking and experimenting with recipes from different cultures. Our members embrace global cuisines, infusing them with a distinctly Kenyan touch. LCKM members are passionate about food and eager to learn new techniques using locally sourced ingredients. What inspired you to venture into the African foods business? My love for cooking began at a young age, nurtured in my mother’s kitchen. She loved to cook, and I picked…
From waste to wealth: How black soldier flies are transforming livestock farming in Nyeri Tell us briefly about yourself and the BSF Training Programme. I’m the team leader at Flourish Farm Ventures in Karatina, Nyeri County. We run a Black Soldier Fly (BSF) unit that enables us to rear larvae, which we use as high-protein feed for our pigs and fish. We also supply larvae to farmers who are just getting started. Our training programme equips participants with practical skills to launch and sustain their own BSF farms. Since launching in 2024, we’ve made remarkable progress, though not without challenges.…
Tell us a bit about yourself and some of your successful music projects. I’m Liz Bleey—a singer, songwriter, and performer based in Nairobi. Music has always been part of my DNA. I have had the chances to perform at various clubs and events, which helped build my stage presence and confidence. One of my proudest achievements so far is Overdose, a collaboration with Trio Mio. The response was overwhelming, and it pushed me into new creative territory. My music is deeply inspired by my personal experiences, and I love connecting with audiences who relate to my sound and lyrics. Where did you pursue…
Lucy YugiLeo Who is Lucy YugiLeo? Well, Lucy YugiLeo is a registered nurse, holder of a bachelor’s Degree in general nursing and a master’s degree (M.A.) in nursing and healthcare management. I was born in Naivasha and raised in different parts of Kenya. I am a mother of two beautiful children, a sister to two brothers and one sister. I currently live in Frankfurt, Germany, loving life and life loving me back. I normally enjoy quality time with the people I cherish, accompanied by delicious food in a great atmosphere. What does it mean to be in the nursing profession,…