- Prince Harry fears children exposed to Internet “rabbit holes” could end up taking their lives “within 24 hours” of viewing harmful material. The father-of-two, 39, who has son Archie, five, and three-year-old Lilibet with his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex – who celebrated her 43rd birthday on…
- Idris Elba has secured a plot of land in Zanzibar to establish a film studio, marking a significant step in bolstering Africa’s burgeoning film industry. According to reports, the renowned British actor and DJ has received approval to contribute to the cinematic landscape of the Tanzanian…
- French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati faced an unexpected challenge at the Summer 2024 Olympics in Paris. On Saturday, August 3, the 21-year-old athlete missed an opportunity to secure an Olympic medal after the bulge in his shorts got in the way during his jump. While attempting to clear his target…
- Beyonce feels inspired by Simone Biles. The 42-year-old singer has paid a glowing tribute to Simone, 27, after she won her third gold medal in less than a week at the Paris Olympics. In a video broadcast on NBC, Beyonce explained: “Let’s talk about power because, really, that’s what this story is…
- Cardi B isn’t seeking child support from Offset. The 31-year-old star recently filed for a divorce from the rapper – but Cardi has now denied suggestions that she’s requested child support from her estranged husband as part of their settlement. The ‘Bodak Yellow’ hitmaker – who already has Wave,…
- Drake and PartyNextDoor are set to release a collaborative album. The 37-year-old rapper and the 31-year-old singer, songwriter, and record producer have been working on new music together and are preparing to release an album later this year. Speaking at PartyNextDoor’s Party and Friends show in…
- Kenyans on X are concerned about the wellness and whereabouts of vocal activist Boniface Mwangi. The whistleblower posted somewhat of a distress message on his social platforms, only to end to deactivating them all shortly afterwards. “There is nothing selfish about suicide. Someone gets to astage…
- Simone Biles was overwhelmed with anxiety in the Olympic Village. The 27-year-old gymnast – who won gold in the all-around, vault, floor and team events as well as picking up bronze on balance beam at the Rio Olympics in 2016 before withdrawing from several events at the Tokyo 2020 games – admitted…
- A$AP Rocky’s music has become more “meaningful” since he became a father. The 35-year-old star has sons RZA, two, and 12-month-old Riot with girlfriend Rihanna and his songs have grown more “personal” in recent years, though he’s tried to find a “balance” of offering snapshots of his life with…
- This year’s Mr and Miss World Kenya competition is slated for Saturday, August 3, at 6 pm at The Two Rivers Mall. The event will crown a new King and Queen, succeeding the current titleholders, Frank Asiyo and Chantou Kwamboka. Award-winning gospel artiste Mercy Masika, Vijana Barubaru, and Kethan…
- PinkPantheress has hit a “wall” and cancelled the rest of her live performances this year to focus on her “physical health and overall wellbeing”. The 23-year-old star – whose real name is Victoria Beverley Walker – recently opened for pop star Olivia Rodrigo, 21, on her ‘GUTS Tour’ and is now…
- Tom Cruise will take part in an epic stunt to close the Paris Olympics. The ‘Mission: Impossible’ actor will reportedly play a key role in the Closing Ceremony on 11 August to pass the flag to Los Angeles for the 2028 Games, and has already pre-recorded part of the visual spectacular. Sources told…
- Blake Lively spent seven years “obsessively developing” her new business venture. The 36-year-old star has created a new haircare brand called Blake Brown Beauty, and Blake has taken to social media to discuss the evolution of her business. The actress – who is married to movie star Ryan Reynolds…
- Jamaican Dancehall sensation Vybz Kartel is celebrating his new-found freedom by dropping a new project titled “First Week Out.” This 12-track mixtape, lasting approximately 33 minutes, includes features from Squash on four songs. Released through 21st Hapilos Compilations, the project comprises a…
- It’s not every day you come across a female mixologist, let alone one who is young, black, and award-winning. Annette Mulama stands out in an industry often dominated by men, breaking barriers and setting new standards of excellence in Kenya with her talent and dedication. Last month, she was…
- Cardi B is pregnant. The 31-year-old rap star has taken to social media to announce that she’s expecting her third child, sharing a photo of her growing baby bump on Instagram. Cardi – who already has Wave, two, and Kulture, six, with her estranged husband Offset – wrote on the photo-sharing…
- Popular Kenyan singer Size 8 Reborn, has revealed that she is now single after an eleven-year marriage with Samuel Muraya, better known as DJ Mo. In a candid Instagram story, she shared her thoughts on the ups and downs of marriage: “Sometimes marriage works by God’s grace, and sometimes it does…
- Newly released Jamaican Dancehall star Vybz Kartel, the undisputed Worl’ Boss, maintained an iron grip on the dancehall scene even from his time behind bars. In 2014, the Portmore native was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams. Despite his imprisonment, Kartel…
- Kelly Rowland’s top beauty tip is to “moisturise, moisturise, moisturise”. The former Destiny’s Child singer – who has sons Titan, nine, and three-year-old Noah with husband Tim Weatherspoon – always wants to have “healthy, glowy skin” and knows keeping it hydrated is the best way to achieve a…
- 50 Cent “wasted too much time” arguing with his rap rivals. The 49-year-old star has feuded with the likes of Ja Rule, Fat Joe, and Cam’ron during the course of his career, but 50 now looks back on those situations with some regret. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, the chart-topping rapper…
- Cadbury, a name synonymous with chocolate indulgence and sweet memories, recently celebrated its 200th birthday in a grand event at Shamba Café, Loresho Ridge, Nairobi. This landmark occasion marks two centuries of innovation, tradition, and joy that Cadbury has brought to chocolate lovers around…
- The Worl’ Boss is finally free! Popular Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel and his co-accused have been released after the Jamaican Court of Appeal decided not to retry them for the 2011 murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams. The Court’s ruling was influenced by multiple factors, including the…
- Megan Thee Stallion is set to perform at Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential rally in Atlanta on Tuesday (30.07.24). The ‘Hot Girl Summer’ rapper joins Charli XCX – who has adopted the slogan ‘Brat Summer’ thanks to her popular record ‘Brat’ – in endorsing Kamala to be president after Joe…
- TikTok has launched its inaugural Visionary Voices Africa List, spotlighting 15 innovative young Africans making a significant cultural impact. This initiative celebrates emerging African talents and the next generation of influencers revolutionizing various sectors across the continent. It shines…
- Erica Ash has died at the age of 46. The actress was best known for starring on hit sketch show ‘MADtv’ – in which an ensemble cast performed parodies of films, other TV shows and current events – and passed away on Sunday (28.07.24), her friend Loni Love confirmed. She wrote on Instagram: “I am…
- Renowned non-governmental organization, Myles of Great Hopes in collaboration with Myles of Great Hopes Linda Tumaini, are set to pitch camp at University of Nairobi’s Manu Chandaria Auditorium for a benefit concert whose proceeds are aimed at perpetuating the organization’s work to help…
- It’s album season for the Queen from the East – Victoria Kimani. The hit making songstress’ new ‘Mood 4 Life’ album is making all the waves and garnering insurmountable critical acclaim merely a fortnight after its release. Over the weekend, the ‘All The Way’ hitmaker treated friends, peers, press…
- Jimmy Kimmel has rejected an approach to host the Oscars in 2025. The 56-year-old comedian has already hosted the Academy Awards four times, including the ceremony held earlier this year. However, Jimmy has already declined the opportunity to return in 2025, according to PEOPLE. Elsewhere, John…
- Kenyan Afro-Pop singer-songwriter and producer, Ndegz, has released his debut EP titled ‘Mr. Bull’. It’s a key moment in Ndegz’s music career as this marks his first extended body of work that truly represents his music style, artistry and production skills. The 7-track EP that cuts across R&B…
- High-profile Kenyan artist, King Kanja, has released a brand new music video for “Mara Moja” – new record produced by Kissbeatz (Congo). The newly-released song released under his label, Happy Jack Records, is a track affirming the healing power of love that King Kanja juxtaposed to the kind of…
- This past Sunday, I had the pleasure of attending the first-ever Kenyan-themed brunch event at the newly opened Pullman Hotel Nairobi Upperhill, a premium hotel under the Accor group. The experience was nothing short of a vibrant culinary journey through the diverse regions of Kenya, a country rich…
- Staring at your phone accelerates the ageing process. Experts have warned that constantly looking down at devices puts strain on the neck and can lead to the early appearance of lines in the skin. Meanwhile, the ‘blue light’ emitted from the screens causes premature facial ageing because it…
- Ryan Reynolds admitted it’s “kind of hard to process” after ‘Deadpool and Wolverine’ made a whopping $438 million globally during its opening weekend. The R-rated Marvel blockbuster is now the eighth biggest domestic opening movie of all time after making $220 million in North America alone.…
- Lady Gaga pre-recorded her performance at the Olympics due to “safety reasons”. The 38-year-old pop star sang ‘Mon Truc En Plumes’ on a set of stairs along the Seine River in Paris – but Maud le Pladec, the choreographer of all Olympics and Paralympics opening ceremonies, has now revealed that the…
- Robert Downey Jr. is returning for the next ‘Avengers’ movies – but not as Iron Man. The 59-year-old actor – who played the snarky hero from the eponymous 2008 flick until the character’s gut-wrenching death in 2019’s ‘Avengers: Endgame’ – was unveiled as the villainous Victor Von Doom aka Dr. Doom…
- The new Victoria’s Secret fashion show will be an “all-singing, all-dancing affair” that will represent “all women” on the runway. The underwear brand’s famous catwalk extravaganza last took place in 2018 before being shelved amid a flurry of claims about a toxic culture at the brand and a backlash…
- Global AfroPop artist Yemi Alade has today released ‘Rebel Queen’, her tenth body of work – out via Effyzzie Music. The album title is a testament to Yemi’s reign as Africa’s Queen of AfroPop and unapologetic love for her originality, heritage and love for the African continent. She explains, “To…
- Abigail Chams is back with a scintillating new single titled “Nyash” dropping on July 26th. Renowned as the voice behind the chart-topping hit “Nani?,” with artist, Marioo, Abigail is not just a singer but a versatile multi-instrumentalist whose music transcends boundaries. With her distinct vocal…
- Grammy Award-nominated Dancehall sensation, Spice, unveils the third single, ‘Ex Boyfriend’ from her highly anticipated album, ‘Mirror 25′ set to release on August 9, 2024. The empowering single harmoniously blends Spice’s influential Dancehall sound with a unique Pop infusion, creating a…
- Prolific US-based Kenyan events connoisseur and musician Simon Javan Okelo has released a new album; a 9-track body of work that sees the versatile entertainment personality further take on his musical side. ‘Madaraka’ is a term synonymous with Okelo’s name, given his wildly successful US festival…
- Diamond Platinumz is no stranger to big remixes of some of his hits, and this new one is no exception. The Tanzanian crooner has tapped pop crooner Jason Derulo for a remix of the former’s ‘Komasava’ hit. The two singers jointly showcase their vocal prowess in the Amapiano-intensive sound that also…
- Wiz Khalifa has become a dad for the second time. The 36-year-old rapper – who already has 11-year-old son Sebastian with ex-wife Amber Rose – and his girlfriend Aimee Aguilar welcomed their daughter Kaydence into the world on 17 July, the 30-year-old beauty has revealed. Aimee shared a TikTok…
- Ice Spice feels “grateful” towards her haters. The 24-year-old rap star has learned to embrace her critics and she’s suggested that they’ve actually helped her to “win at life”. Ice – whose real name is Isis Gaston – told Rolling Stone magazine: “When people ask me, ‘Oh, how do you deal with the…
- Drake is “past” his feud with Kendrick Lamar. The two rappers have been locked in a war of words via a series of diss tracks in recent months but the ‘Hotline Bling’ hitmaker’s friend and collaborator Gordo has insisted his pal isn’t interested in drawing out the back-and-forth and is content to be…
- Jennifer Lopez feels “incredibly blessed” to have her millions of fans. The ‘Waiting For Tonight’ songstress celebrated her 55th birthday on Thursday (24.07.24) and took to social media in the early hours of the following morning to admit that she had been left crying tears of joy after some of her…
- Popular Kenyan Media personality Fareed Khimani is returning to host the reunion of The Real Housewives of Nairobi S2, airing in two parts on Showmax on 16 August and 23 August 2024. Season 2 of The Real Housewives of Nairobi brought back OGs Dr Catherine Masitsa, Vera Sidika and Minne Kariuki.…
- African music continues to captivate global audiences, with Grammy Award-winning Burna Boy leading the charge. On July 26, 2024, YouTube will livestream an exclusive YouTube Music Nights event featuring the Nigerian hitmaker Burna Boy, celebrating the 5th anniversary of his acclaimed album “African…
- Los Angeles based Kenyan beauty and prolific model Rachel Mbuki continues to scale the heights of Hollywood with her latest endeavor. The former Miss Universe – Kenya is set to make a cameo appearance on an episode of Bravo’s Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. As seen on her Instagram by this writer…
- Kim Kardashian believes she could rule a country. The 43-year-old reality superstar – who has been carving out a second career as an actress in recent times – had been watching ‘The Crown’ on Netflix and after completing the historical drama that charts the record-breaking reign of Queen Elizabeth…
- A sugar in the body could cure baldness. Experts have discovered that the sweet substance can stimulate hair growth and is equally effective as the existing drug to treat male pattern baldness – known as Androgenetic alopecia. A team at Sheffield University, working in collaboration with scientists…
