Karen Nyamu heaps praise on George Ruto’s ‘Mood’ matatu, sparks talk online Controversial Senator Karen Nyamu has sparked a wave of online reactions with her recent Facebook post expressing excitement about riding in George Ruto’s flashy matatu christened Mood. In a Facebook post, Nyamu wrote, “Hii nganya nayo lazima nipande squad ka mbili hadi maskio ifanye ndrrr niskie fiti. Millenials wa Eastlando can relate,” which translates to, “This matatu, I must board it a couple of times until my ears are buzzing, so I feel alive. Eastlands millennials will relate.” Accompanying the post was a striking photo of Mood, showcasing…
Author: Timo Muthuri
Sharon Gwada (left), Munira Hussein and Eunniah Mbabazi, when they attended the National Reading Day event, at KNLS [Courtesy] Last week, the Goethe-Institut in Nairobi hosted a landmark gathering, a women in literature event themed ‘Celebrating Her Story, Her Power, and Her Voice.’ This first-of-its-kind forum brought together writers and literary enthusiasts to explore the evolving landscape of women’s representation in literature and the transformative power of storytelling. The event featured a distinguished panel of celebrated female authors: Vera Omwocha, Hussein Munira and Scholar V. Akinyi, with the conversation steered by the dynamic moderator Eunniah Mbabazi. The event opened on…
Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has stirred a wave of reactions on social media after posting a photo with Tanzanian R&B star Juma Jux during an exclusive pre-wedding bash held in Karen, Nairobi. While the guest list included a host of elite figures, it was Sudi’s playful caption that grabbed netizens’ attention. Sharing the moment on his social media, Sudi wrote: “Tulitangamana na Juma Mussa Mkambala almaarufu Juma Jux kutoka Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania ambapo tulijadili jinsi ya kukuza tasnia ya muziki katika ukanda wa Afrika Mashariki. Let’s groove to the rhythms of Africa! BORA NIENJOY.” Kenyans online did not…
Lovebirds Guardian Angel and his wife Esther Musila (photo courtesy/Instagram) Gospel musician Guardian Angel has celebrated his wife Esther Musila’s 55th birthday with a touching tribute that quickly captured the hearts of fans. The singer shared a glowing photo of the couple, lovingly entwined in each other’s arms, alongside a heartfelt caption that read: “MY QUEEN just turned fifty FINE years old. Loving you was the best decision of my life. May you crown the year with your goodness, I LOVE YOU.” The post has already racked up thousands of likes and a flood of birthday wishes from adoring fans…
King Kaka is turning up the heat in a new arena with the launch of his highly anticipated cooking show, Let Him Cook. The culinary show highlights a shared commitment to promoting healthier lifestyles and authentic, home-grown talent. The show, which will premiere on YouTube every Monday at 8 PM, promises an engaging blend of entertainment, personal growth, and celebrity appearances. Unlike traditional cooking programs hosted by expert chefs, Let Him Cook follows King Kaka as he embarks on a real-time culinary learning journey. Viewers will get a front-row seat to his triumphs, challenges, and flavourful discoveries. King Kaka, born…
Kenya’s renowned turntable maestro, DJ Grauchi, has been selected by Apple Music as the Nairobi representative in its newly launched ‘Sounds of Africa’ campaign. In an Instagram post, the celebrated DJ expressed his excitement about the opportunity, which comes with the release of an exclusive mixtape titled The Sounds of Nairobi Mix. The project is part of Apple Music’s initiative to spotlight Africa’s vibrant and diverse music scenes. The mix, available now on Apple Music, runs for 1 hour and 12 minutes and features a collection of 54 tracks. It blends contemporary hits with timeless classics and showcases a wide…
Martha Karua at Wakadinali’s Zoza Nation studios [@kenyagossips/X] Martha Karua has set the internet abuzz following her recent visit to Wakadinalis’ studios. Her suave groove, coupled with a stylish drip of Kitenge top, faded jeans, black boots, a fedora hat, and eyeglasses, elicited reactions among netizens and fans of one of Kenya’s most celebrated hip-hop groups. Talk of bars and boots. In the clip that is doing laps across the internet, Karua is seen enjoying a dance to the hit song “Tamashani” behind the sound engineer, a side hardly seen in her political endeavor. Netizens playfully dubbed her’Mkadinali,’ synonymous with…
Kenyan storytellers had a night to remember at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), held over the weekend in Lagos, Nigeria. Among the standout winners was celebrated filmmaker Abel Mutua, who bagged two major awards for his works Untying Kantai and Makosa Ni Yangu. Mutua, known for his gripping storytelling and relatable narratives, won Best Writing in a TV Series for Untying Kantai, a compelling drama streaming on Showmax. The series, directed by Phil Karanja, follows King Kantai, a man who loses his life savings to a con after decades of hard work. Faced with the dilemma of…