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The gospel industry is beaming with excitement after the announcement of the return of the long-awaited gospel awards. Speaking during the launch, its founder Geoffrey Kwatemba promised to revive the vitality in the gospel industry whose fire was dimming off. "The disappearance of awards has affected the industry negatively; there is reduced motivation, lack of positive competition, and the quality of some songs is not like it would have been before. We'll bring back what was once the measure of a gospel musician's success.The Kibali awards initiative which was launched in 2020 but crippled by the restrictive nature of the Covid 19 pandemic period, seeks to empower talent in the gospel music industry which has been defunct for years now. "The reason most gospel musicians are going secular is because gone are the days when they would get into meaningful battles that keep the gospel alive," said the now converted artist Kush Tracey who was in attendance. Merc

More woes continue to face Nairobi's Governor Johnson Sakaja as he has today been ousted as the Human Resource Chairperson for the Council of Governors. He has now been replaced by Nyeri's Mutahi Kahiga in an exercise that also saw the replacement of Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti from the Trade docket who will now be replaced by Nakuru's Susan Kihika. Baringo's Governor Benjamin Cheboi now takes over the chair of the Security committee from Tana river's Dhadho Godana. Notable was the re-election of Kirinyaga's Anne Waiguru who retained her seat as the Chairperson of the CoG having been elected unopposed. She is set to be deputised by her counterpart from Wajir county Ahmed Abdullahi.  In a statement, Governor Waiguru has stated her main focus in her second term as increasing revenue collection in counties, fully devolving functions and resources, successful universal healthcare rollout, Agriculture value chains development, value addition and trade.  

Westlands is truly back!   Westys Lounge has proved to be one of the most popular hangout spots in Westlands, Nairobi having only opened its doors barely a month ago and now siting artists and promoters alike bragging on social media with pics and videos spreading fomo amongst other revellers as a 'I was in this cool new lounge' social credit. According to their social media manager, most revellers who have had an experience are waving their video evidence for all to see, captioning about the best sports screening ever, quick service, great ambience, warm hospitality and finger licking meals, conk cocktails, tight security and more, and now everyone wants a taste of Westys proving Westy is truly back!  ''Coolest joint in Westlands'' ''This is a nice-looking place. Can't wait to check it out.'' Having had their Grand opening just last night where they partnered with NRG radio live on location recording of The Transit Show, with Mwalimu Rachael

 S. Koko Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko on Tuesday afternoon joined football lovers who came out to cheer the National ladies'  team, Harambee Starlets after they ousted Cameroon in the 2024 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers. Sonko congratulated the team for their victory and gave a personal contribution of Sh250,000 to the players after they booked second round date with Botswana. "I may not hold any office at the moment, but the girls have played well and done the Country proud. They deserve all the support from the National, devolved and the ministry," Sonko appealed. Harambee Starlets advanced to the next round of the 2024 AWCON after a post-match a penalty shootout at Nyayo National Stadium. “This is historic. We have never won a match against Cameroon, yet their team took part in the last World Cup. I’m ready to support the team going forward with more resources,” said Sonko while celebrating with the team. The former Nairobi Governor, known for

 By Solo Koko The event was hosted by Bumula's legislator Jack Wamboka Hon Jack Wanami Wamboka - Member of Parliament, Bumula Constituency A section of leaders from the Western region of Kenya have united in hosting education celebrations aimed at rallying stakeholders to improve the quality of education in the region as well as sensitize parents and students against cases of early pregnancy which continues to be a major menace affecting students in the region. While marking the Education Day, stakeholders in the sector joined National leaders in a well-attended and colourful celebration as the leaders took stock of their journey and reflected on last year's examination performance in the region. The leaders who included National assembly speaker Moses Wetangula, PS State Department of Industrialisation Dr. Juma Mukhwana, legislators John Waluke, Didmus Barasa amongst others called for pragmatic strategies by parents, religious groups and the administration to ensure the region

Jimal Ibrahim, Chairman, Huduma Credit - "E - bikes to cut cost of fuel and conserve the environment." As the world gears towards the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, Kenya is not being left behind as motor motorists are going for the alternative. Fuelled by the difficult times that have seen the rise of fuel prices thereby affecting the cost of commodities, investors in the public transport sectors within Nairobi and its environs are quickly embracing the privilege of using e - energy. The change, which is largely environmentally friendly and cost effective has seen the registration of over 1,400 2, 3 and 4-wheeler electric vehicles by mid this year. Huduma credit, a non-deposit-taking lending company with a key focus on financing PSV, is working closely with boda boda operators in a bid to assist them in acquiring new motorcycles or finance for their conversion from fuel use to electric use at friendly rates. "We want to be the game changer in this sec

  Westy's is about to get Westlands lit! Westlands, a place once stamped the most popular cosmopolitan entertainment go-to spot by Nairobi's party heads till the wee hours, is now back to life with a 'can't-compete'' wave after a much inevitably deserted and harsh period of displacement. Placed in Nairobi's second CBD and nearest hub to Nairobi's more affluent suburbs, it makes a return bustling with its traditional rich bouquet in the entertainment scene, leisure and hospitality scene. Westy's Lounge has set a new lease of entertainment with its intentional garden, ambient decor in the middle of a buzzing building, offering a unique location to socialize, dine and party right in the middle of Westlands that overlooks the affluent leafy neighbourhood.  Revellers within Nairobi are in for a treat as the outdoor smoke zone garden bar and restaurant which is set to pump in a cosmopolitan cuisine smoothly transitions into an immaculately lit indoor lounge

Girl power: Sandra Mbuvi and winners (R - L) Billy Miya, Silva Kido and Jayden Fabio at the GALA night. Several Youthful influencers were over the weekend recognized and awarded for their impact in their respective categories they had been nominated in during the Kenya Influential Awards. The awards Gala night, held in the country's capital recognized various personalities and   top influencers in Kenya who have had a significant impact in the digital world.  The winners were recognized for their outstanding contribution in their respective niches ranging from content creation, news, media coverage, fashion and business. With this year's theme being 'shining a spotlight on the brightest stars', new names in the digital space that carried the day include content creator and tiktok's sensational dancer Babushka who was clear proof that disability is not inability after scooping the inspirational influencer while Sandra Mbuvi, daughter to flamboyant city politician Mik

In his own words, Kenyan singer, Willy Abubakar Radido, popularly known as Willy Paul narrated how alleged gunmen raided his studio.  A CCTV footage Of Unknown Gun Men In My Studio Yesterday around 9:20pm. I got  call From  Woman Who claimed To Be An Event Organiser Who Was Opening Up A  Club And That She And Her Partners Wanted Me To Perform At The Launch Of The Club. They Told Me That The Agreement Was To Be Signed In Person By Both Of Us, They Kept Asking Me To Go To Their Office But I Said No Because It Sounded Off!! So They Agreed To Come To My Office But At Night ( red flag ). Deep Down I Had A Feeling That It Was All A Trap That Was Only Meant To Take My Life. Thank God I'm Still Alive And Typing This Info. Anyway, If The dcikenya_ Doesn't Do Anything About This Then I Will Put Them Down Myselt The Hard Way!! I Thank God For The Lives Of The Boys In My Studio Because Anything Could Have Happened..  IN THE VIDEO YOU CAN SEE THEM WITH GUNS!!

At her tender age, she has beaten all odds to make World class music. She opens up about fashion and the future of her musical journey in this candid exclusive interview.  Tell us something about yourself? My name is Jathson, I'm soon turning 22, I'm an Italo - Kenyan, born in Nairobi and currently based in Milan. I’m blessed enough to say that I work and I’m growing in fields that I’ve always been passionate about: being Fashion, Acting and of course Music. I consider myself to be a multidisciplinary creative/ artist or as I like to say, with a more dramatic twist, an “Art bound human being”.Being able to create and express myself by manipulating my feelings and personal luggage, for me it's a genuine blessing, a duty and fundamental state of being. -  How did you venture into music? I’ve always been into music, However, the official beginning as an active recording artist was in 2015, when I was 14. My voice was really shaky. I started with my first featuring on a Hip Hop

  Meet Tindi Mwale, the Butere constituency legislator. an avid dog lover and a fitness enthusiast, Tindi never shies away from showing his lavish lifestyle while engaging with his followers on social media. Despite his close relation to Principal cabinet secretary Musalia Mudavadi, Tindi largely subscribes to one of his mentors in politics, the late president Mwai Kibaki.  Few weeks ago, he was lauded by Kenyans for moving swiftly to help a homeless man from the streets after a video recently went viral since it emerged on social media, Mwale, a second term legislator took to his social media to appeal to any person who knew the whereabouts of a man who was captured in a stupor as he addressed a local TV station. Leornard Omusula's name's phrase became a social media sensation thanks to a reporter who interviewed him and backed up the file footage, 'Jina hutaki?' He queried. "Jina ni Leonard Omusala," he retorted when asked.  Netizens captivated by his honest

The future of Rugby in Kenya is in the hands of the youth - Sasha Mutai, KRU Chairman. The  chairperson of the Kenya Rugby Union Sasha Mutai is calling on Kenyans of all walks to make a date at the ongoing under 20 World championship trophy whose finals will be held in Nairobi this Sunday. Sasha made the statement encouraging youthful fans to keep their love for the game up and show their spirit by attending the live matches.  "We take pride in the quality of rugby displayed by our local teams during the ongoing Sportpesa Sevens Circuit. Particularly, a big congratulations to the women's team, the lionesses for qualifying in representing Africa and the U20  team that were runners up in Barthes cup and have been consistently improving having beat Hong and China in the tournament," he said. The union has rolled out a strategic plan to woo young fans to bring back love for the game. "We want rugby to be integrated into the system as a core curriculum sport at different

NAIROBI's County Governor Johnson Sakaja and his predecessor Mike Sonko were amongst leaders who toured various areas in Nairobi where they shared pleasantries while urging the public to remain calm.  On his social media page Sonko shares a clip doing rounds in the city as he distributed foodstuffs to police officers and citizens during today's Azimio la umoja protests. "People have a right to hold peaceful demonstrations. Let's protect and maintain peace at all times," he urged as he distributed water and other necessities.  Governor Sakaja also shared a video as he traversed the city while on self drive, blaring hip-hop music and engaging residents who easily identified him. "Watu wa maintain," (Maintain calm) he urged before pulling over and sending an unknown amount of cash to Youth's that thronged his car. Both leaders were demonstrating the calmness that was witnessed in some parts of the country.  "When protests' turn violent, destruc

  "Our business is operated on the basis of our capacity to be able to accomplish our committed activities." - MANAGING DIRECTOR, AIDRIAN INVESTMENT Cynthia Kamau, Managing Director Aidrian Investment, has beaten all odds to excel as one of the city's female entrepreneurs who have scaled the business ranks. She describes her company as a top tier that ensures the processes it follows are designed to deliver a high-quality outcome for its clients and the industry in general. The company is committed to professional delivery and  has provided an extensive range of innovative services catering for the  Professional, Commercial, Industrial and the Domestic cleaning industry. Founded on the eve preceding the pandemic in 2017, the company has taken a considerably incredible short time to compete withing the big business league. With a background career in banking, Cynthia has a strong passion and believe in business building a business foundation that performs under credibility

Solomon K WHY USE EXCESSIVE FORCE AGAINST A MINOR IN A PEACEFUL PROCESSION Embakasi East legislator Babu Owino, has vehemently condemned the use of excessive force by police during the Azimio demos which were held in different parts of the country. The legislator blamed police brutality which resulted in the shooting of members of his constituency including a 17 year old minor who was allegedly shot by police in the leg and a boda boda rider who sustained three gunshots wounds with one aimed on his lower belly. "Why are you doing this to my people Ruto? The police are hungrier than my constituents. A child aged 17 years old was shot at Embakasi East," he alleged.  Taking to his social media, the outspoken legislator shared a video of a boda boda rider with three gunshot wounds, 2 on both legs and 1 on his belly which he alleged were from police shootings. The victim, Owino 32, who hails from Riverbank, claims he was shot at close range as he went on his business as a boda bod

SONKO NI KUSEMA NA KUTENDA  Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has met up with Spider Clan, the Gengetone rap group popularly known as  the Kaveve Kazoze hit  makers. In an online video shot in his private Upper hill office, Sonko went further to spice their image with  an assortment of stylish wardrobes to spice up their celebrity look. Spider Clan's  Ngesh, the female rapper who blew to instant fame after 'Kaveve Kazoze' song became a viral hit across social platforms, thanked the former county boss  for his big-heartedness while noting that the group had received by factions that whose interest was to exploit their viral fame. "Tumeshukuru sana sisi kama Spider Clan, tumepiga looku, at least, promise moja imetimiza manze. Tumepewa promises mob, karibu tu give up but sasa tuko fiti, tumeshukuru sana," she said. A beaming Sonko, ushers the group into his now popular walk-in wardrobe where he dishes out brand new cloths to the group after which they all dressed up

School trips are definitely fun, hands-on and an immersive way that provides kids the joy of discovery and opportunity to learn new things out of the classroom. The most recent school trip by the ABC Playhouse students to the Kidventorous sports and recreational playgrounds and the Idlic Mistley retreat centre was educative, fun and hugely memorable for all as captured in the sweet pics and short clips.  All kids involved get to experience a unique learning journey that widens learning by exploring actual activities on the ground.  Watch here to have a feel of how the kids interacted with each other and learnt about domestic and other animals found in the world that are not a usual site... This was definitely an exciting and not an everyday experience....   

Flamboyant businessman Mike Sonko has taken to social media to celebrate the lives of 2 of his adopted sons who were celebrating their birthday's just days apart. " We recently celebrated his bro Gift Osinya's birthday. Again today 9 years ago a sweet, charming and joyous baby made his way into our family and got us hooked totally. What a blessing you are to us, baby Satrin Osinya. I am glad you came into our home, now everything seems perfect," he wrote while sharing his pictures on his social media.  Baby Satrin osinya became part of Sonko's family back in 2014 after a deadly Terrorist attack happened at a church in Likoni leaving a bullet lodged in his head. Pictures of his elder brother clutching him in an embrace while drenched in blood went viral. He was flown to Nairobi for surgery and the bullet got removed from his head successfully.  Unfortunately, his mother succumbed as a result of the injuries. "Ä  miracle that I thank God for to this day! Baby S

By Solomon Koko        "We are keen on enabling all our learners to develop the Core Competencies of the curriculum" Mr. Kevin Yamo, School principal. The Pre-school education forms the foundation years for all other academic levels. Therefore, it is a very crucial stage in a child`s academic, social, emotional and physical development.  To fully embrace the new C.B.C in pre-primary, educators have to ensure they incorporate tools for experiential learning.                                                                The ABC  Play House, Villa Franca, Msa rd In the instance of ABC Playhouse, "We are keen on enabling all our learners to develop the Core Competencies of the curriculum; communication and collaboration, critical thinking and problem solving, imagination and planning creativity, citizenship, learning to learn, self-efficacy and digital literacy. These competencies are embedded in all the learning areas. The teachers always endeavour to deliver a 21st centur

By S. Koko Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithika Kindiki has said that the Government is working towards upgrading and improving the living standards of correctional services through a raft of reforms aimed at improving the living conditions of inmates. CS Kindiki made the announcement when he visited Mwea prison in Kirinyaga county on Monday to check the status of the correctional facility. He further stated that the Government will provide equipment worth Ksh.1 billion in the next few months to help prison industries  to mechanise all prison farms countywide that have arable land and equip them with new equipment to modernize their operations and increase their productivity to assist in the country's food security plans. Prison departments boasts of 86 prison farms with a total of over 18,200 acres of land. The reforms include decongestion in order to safeguard the living conditions of the stations and educational and technical training.  Kindiki said there will be a review of archa