- ‘Emily in Paris’ has been renewed for a fifth season. The hit Netflix show – which stars Lily Collins and Ashley Park – is set to return for a fifth season, after the latest series recently premiered on the streaming platform. Darren Star, the show’s creator, told Tudum: “We’re thrilled with the…
- 2024 has already been a fantastic year for cinema. Genres across the board have been thriving with emotional dramas, animated adventures, horror movies and even superhero flicks that have been garnering attention from movie critics and fans alike. But if you thought the cinematic excitement was…
- This past weekend marked a deeply emotional milestone for Kenyan rapper Wangechi Waweru as she reflected on the 10th anniversary of a tragic road accident that forever altered the course of her life. On September 14, 2014, Wangechi, then a rising star in the Kenyan music scene, was involved in a…
- Tanzanian music powerhouse Alikiba is set to unveil his first-ever Extended Playlist (EP), aptly titled Starter The EP, marking a new chapter in his illustrious career. Slated for release on Friday, September 20, the project is already generating excitement, as fans eagerly anticipate the fresh…
- Nyashinski, one of Kenya’s most versatile and celebrated music artists, has just unveiled his latest project, an EP titled ‘To Whom It May Concern’. This six-track masterpiece follows his earlier release, ‘Prequel i’, and features a blend of hard-hitting rap and emotionally charged melodies that…
- Nairobi continues to solidify its status as a premier destination for business and leisure, attracting a surge of new hotels that cater to the growing demand for world-class hospitality. With its vibrant economy, strategic location, and appeal as a regional hub, the city has become a hotspot for…
- Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ was arrested and taken into federal custody on Monday (16.09.24). The 54-year-old rapper, who is under federal investigation and is facing several sexual abuse and trafficking allegations, all of which he has denied, was detained at New York’s Park Hyatt hotel. Still, the…
- Matt Reeves is still planning to make ‘The Batman’ a trilogy. The DC superhero blockbuster – which starred Robert Pattinson as the Caped Crusader – is due to receive a sequel in 2026, and now the 58-year-old director has confirmed the story will continue in a future third instalment. When Collider…
- Nairobi is set for a major musical event as Walker Town returns on September 28th and 29th at Laureate Gardens at the Kasarani Stadium. Sponsored by Johnnie Walker, this edition promises to deliver an unforgettable experience, headlined by a diverse lineup of international and local music icons.…
- ‘The Bear’ beat its own Emmy Awards record when it scooped four wins at the Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday (15.09.24). The culinary saga set a new record for most wins in a single season for a comedy with 11 – one more than it received in 2023 – after Christopher Storer won Outstanding Directing…
- Imagine a perfect Sunday brunch, where the sun gently kisses your skin, the soft sound of ocean waves lulls you into relaxation, and you’re sipping on mimosas and cocktails. Dreamy, right? Well, that’s exactly the scene in Malindi, where brunch by the beach becomes more than just a meal; it’s a…
- Fast-rising Cameroonian singer Sabrina presents her long-awaited EP, ‘Unstoppable’. This aptly titled EP captures the essence of artistic boldness and the resilience of a truly multifaceted artist. It features six dynamic tracks and an exclusive bonus track, all penned by Sabrina herself.…
- South London’s Afro-R&B star Maleek Berry has teamed up with Nigerian Afro-fusion sensation Ruger on his latest single, “Lately,” ahead of the release of his debut album If Only Love Was Enough, set for September 27th. The track showcases their signature vocals and Maleek’s masterful production…
- The highly anticipated Nai-Rich reality series made its grand premiere at the luxurious JW Marriott, Nairobi. The event was a glamorous affair, attracting many of Kenya’s entertainment scene personalities, influencers, and media. Showmax’s latest Original series, Nai-Rich, is set to take viewers on…
- South African pop sensation Tyla has addressed the recent online criticism that followed her lighthearted moment with rapper Lil Nas X and actor Halle Bailey during the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs). Tyla, 22, made history as the first South African to win a VMA, securing the Best Afrobeats award…
- Spotify has named Afropop star Yemi Alade as the EQUAL Artist for September 2024, recognizing her immense contribution to African music and culture. Often called “Mama Africa” by her fans, Yemi Alade has earned widespread acclaim for her dedication to promoting African heritage through her vibrant…
- Against the breathtaking backdrop of Nairobi National Park—the only national park in the world located within a city—Absa Bank Kenya, in partnership with Visa, a global leader in digital payments, launched Kenya’s first metallic Infinite Card. This innovative card, first of its kind in Kenya,…
- Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo continues to make history both on and off the field. Just days after netting the 900th goal of his legendary career, the star athlete has now surpassed an astonishing 1 billion followers across social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, YouTube,…
- Kenya’s Oscar Selection Committee has named Nawi as the country’s official submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 97th Academy Awards. The 2024 film delves into themes of love, identity, and cultural heritage, telling the story of a 14-year-old girl in Turkana caught…
- This past Saturday afternoon, fashion and whisky enthusiasts, all elegantly dressed in white, gathered at Kwetu by Hilton, Nairobi, for a sophisticated celebration hosted by Sao Sartorial- a Made to Measure (MTM) and Be-Spoke Tailor. The event, curated by Sydney Owino, the creative force behind the…
- Cardi B has given birth to her third child with estranged husband Offset. The WAP singer, 31, is reportedly heading for divorce from her fellow rapper, 32, but the pair reunited in the delivery room and Cardi revealed to fans she was a new mum by posting snaps of her cradling her newborn alongside…
- South African singer Tyla has made history at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, held at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on September 11. The Johannesburg-born sensation won the award for Best Afrobeats for her hit single “Water,” marking a milestone as the first female African artist and the first…
- Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been accused of sexual abuse by former Danity Kane member Dawn Richard. The 54-year-old rap mogul – who is facing a string of sexual assault and trafficking cases – is being sued by the 41-year-old singer, who alleged the Bad Boy Records founder groped her on a number of…
- Justin Timberlake has agreed a plea deal in his driving while intoxicated (DWI) case. The 43-year-old pop star was arrested in Sag Harbor, New York, in June for allegedly driving while under the influence but his lawyer and prosecutors have reportedly reached an agreement that will see the initial…
- On Saturday, August 31st, Naiposha Gardens became the ultimate escape, a picturesque paradise where R&B classics met the serene beauty of Tigoni. On the beautiful greenery and bathed in golden sunlight, Rhythm & Brunch, in collaboration with Eatout Kenya, hosted an afternoon that…
- Beyonce has compared fame to being in prison. The 43-year-old pop superstar – who has three children with her rapper husband Jay Z – works hard to protect her family’s privacy and confessed she disappears from the spotlight whenever she doesn’t have a work project to promote because she won’t…
- Tyla feels as if she has “changed a lot” in her first year of global fame. The 22-year-old pop star has garnered constant comparisons to Britney Spears and Rihanna since releasing her eponymous debut album in early 2024 but now “doesn’t care” what others say and is looking forward to having “fun”…
- Sauti Sol has officially announced the return of Sol Fest, scheduled for December 2024, with two shows: the VIP experience on December 19 and the Fan Show on December 21. The festival, which celebrates the band’s music and legacy, will see all four members—Bien, Polycarp, Savara, and Chimano—…
- Eminem is set to open the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards. The ‘Lose Yourself’ hitmaker – who last opened the VMAs in 2010 with a ‘Not Afraid’ performance before duetting with Rihanna on ‘Love The Way You Lie’ – is nominated for eight awards at this year’s ceremony. As well as hoping to win a […]
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- Sarova Hotels & Resorts hosted a magnificent black-tie dinner and dance event to mark its 50th anniversary. Held at the Sarova Panafric Hotel, the evening was filled with celebrations, tributes, and unforgettable moments, with the who’s who of various Kenyan industries in attendance. Upon…
- Selena Gomez “can’t carry” children due to medical reasons. The ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ actress, 32, recently said she was planning to adopt a baby before she met her music producer boyfriend Benny Blanco, 36, who she has been dating since 2023 – and has now revealed she has had to “grieve” her…
- Catherine, Princess of Wales is “cancer free” after completing her chemotherapy treatment. The 42-year-old royal took a step back from public duties earlier this year after revealing she needed a course of preventative chemo following abdominal surgery, but she will return to limited engagements…
- James Earl Jones has died aged 93. Best known as the booming voice behind ‘Star Wars’ villain Darth Vader, the actor – who also starred in ‘Field of Dreams’ and voiced Mustafa in ‘The Lion King’ – passed away at his home in Dutchess County, New York, on Monday. (09.09.24) His representatives from…
- Tyrese Gibson, known for his roles in the Fast and Furious series and his R&B career, was arrested Monday morning in Georgia court over unpaid child support owed to his ex-wife, Samantha Lee. Gibson, who shares a 5-year-old daughter, Soraya, with Lee, had been ordered to pay $10,000 (Ksh 1.2…
- In the ever-evolving world of Kenyan television, one name stands out: Eugene Mbugua. At just 22, he made his mark as the youngest producer with a show on national television when Young Rich premiered on K24. At the time, it was arguably one of the most popular shows, featuring millionaires in Kenya…
- Kendrick Lamar is set to headline the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show. The ‘Not Like Us’ rapper, 37, intends to “remind the world why” rap music is so “impactful” when he performs at the sporting spectacle at The Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, on February 9, 2025. He said in a statement…
- George Clooney and Brad Pitt are set to return for a new ‘Ocean’s’ movie. The duo, who have teamed up once again for the action comedy film ‘Wolfs’, are set to reprise their roles as Danny Ocean and Robert ‘Rusty’ Ryan respectively in a new installment of the heist franchise. According to Deadline…
- LL Cool J was nearly killed by an animatronic shark while making 1999 movie ‘Deep Blue Sea’. The rapper/actor played a chef in the horror film – about a group of scientists at a remote underwater research facility who are hunted by the highly intelligent genetically engineered sharks they created…
- Skai Jackson will not be charged following her arrest on suspicion of domestic battery. In August, the former ‘Jessie’ star was arrested after police officers were called to Universal CityWalk in Los Angeles when security spotted Skai, 22, and her boyfriend arguing. However, the Los Angeles County…
- At an exclusive breakfast reception to mark the grand launch, Curio Collection by Hilton recently made its official debut in East Africa with the opening of Kwetu Nairobi. Nestled on the edge of the serene Karura Forest, this boutique hotel perfectly blends rich Kenyan history with modern elegance…
- Selena Gomez has become a billionaire thanks to the success of her Rare Beauty brand. The 32-year-old star has enjoyed significant success as a singer and as an actress – but Rare Beauty, Selena’s make-up and cosmetics brand, has seen her personal fortune top the $1 billion landmark. The brunette…
- Oscar-winning Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o is venturing into a new realm of storytelling with the launch of her upcoming podcast, Mind Your Own. The 10-part series promises to dive deep into the personal stories of Africans in the diaspora, offering a unique exploration of identity and culture.…
- Quavo and 2 Chainz have led tributes to late Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan. The hip-hop star – whose real name was Dequantes Devontay Lamar – died aged 33 on Thursday (05.09.24), Fulton County Medical Examiner confirmed. His cause of death is unknown at the time of writing, with an autopsy due to…
- 50 Cent believes money has “complicated” his love life. The 49-year-old rap star has enjoyed huge success since releasing his debut solo album, ‘Get Rich or Die Tryin’, back in 2003, and 50 has now explained why he’s never tied the knot. The rapper – whose real name is Curtis Jackson – said on ‘The…
- Adele reportedly turned down a $200 million deal to extend her tour. The 36-year-old pop superstar has been performing her ‘Weekends With Adele’ residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas since late 2022 and she added in a short run of 10 shows in Germany in August, but her Sin City…
- Shakira settled her Spanish tax case in a bid to “protect” her children. The 47-year-old pop star agreed to pay a $7.5 million fine in her tax fraud case last year – but Shakira maintains that she wasn’t guilty. The ‘Hips Don’t Lie’ hitmaker – who has sons Milan, 11, and Sasha, nine, with former…
- On Thursday, Principal Magistrate H. M. Nganga awarded musician Nonini, legally known as Hubert Nakitare, Ksh4 million in a copyright infringement case involving an influencer and a television manufacturing company. The case centred on a social media video that featured a portion of Nonini’s song…
- Tanzanian music star Diamond Platnumz has once again captured headlines with a bold new ambition: to become the world’s richest person. During the Wasafi Festival 2024 launch on September 4, 2024, Diamond confidently declared, “My dream is to be the richest man on the planet, and I will make it…
- Mobile phone usage does not raise the risk of brain cancer. A review ordered by the World Health Organisation (WHO) analysed 63 studies on the issue carried out between 1994 and 2022 and found that there was no increase in tumours in the head for even the most frequent mobile phone users.…
- Popular Kenyan actress Winnie Ndubi Bwire has passed away while undergoing cancer treatment in Turkey. Her family announced her death on Thursday morning, September 5th, 2024. “With heavy hearts and in humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing of Winfred Bwire Ndubi, who succumbed to…
