- Namibian rap sensation Lioness returns with her highly anticipated third studio album titled ‘If Not In This Life’. The album was initially conceived two years ago when Lioness was pregnant with her firstchild, with the rap star seeking to create freely and unburdened by external expectations.…
- ‘Spider-Man 4’ will be released on July 24, 2026. The fourth movie starring Tom Holland as the titular superhero will start filming next summer and is set to be released in 2026, Sony has announced. Erik Sommers and Chris McKenna, who wrote 2021’s ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ are writing the script…
- Netflix has delayed the release of a talent show featuring Liam Payne. The former One Direction star – who died earlier this month at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires – finished filming on ‘Building The Band’ for the streaming giant just months before his tragic…
- Rihanna wants to collaborate with Billie Eilish. The ‘Work’ singer – who hasn’t released a song since 2022’s ‘Lift Me Up’ from the ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ soundtrack – praised the ‘What Was I Made For?’ hitmaker as being “so good” and admitted she’s top of the list of people she’d like to…
- Rita Ora is “over the moon” to have been named host of the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards. The singer, 33, will be fronting the ceremony – set to be held at Manchester’s Co-Op Live Arena on 10 November – for her third time, with the announcement coming after rumours swirled she would be its […]
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- Nicole Scherzinger was texting Liam Payne on the day he died. The 46-year-old singer – who was one of the judges on ‘The X Factor’ who helped put One Direction together in 2010 – has been praised by theatre guru Andrew Lloyd Webber for retaining her composure and still making it on stage for the…
- Kenyan indie filmmaker Kinyua Kamau has announced the premiere of his debut feature film, Nyūmba Ya Mbūri, which has been selected for the NBO Film Festival. The film will be screened on the 25th at The Prestige Plaza Cinemas at 7:00 PM EAT and on the 26th at Unseen at 5:00 PM. Nyūmba Ya Mbūri […]…
- Joshua Baraka, the Kampala-born singer-songwriter and producer, is fast rising as a global artist and a Spotify RADAR Africa star. Known for his unique sound and relatable storytelling, Baraka is preparing to release his latest single, “Lonely,” along with a heartfelt documentary that dives into…
- This October, Maisha Magic Plus introduces Mkasi, an intense new family drama set to captivate audiences with suspense, power struggles, and intrigue. The series follows the Kombe family as their seemingly flawless lives unravel after the sudden, mysterious death of their patriarch. As they grapple…
- In a hard-hitting new documentary, seasoned journalist Edwin Okoth unearths the real impact of Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) on the country’s trucking sector. Okoth’s investigative work explores how the SGR—intended as a groundbreaking infrastructure boost from Nairobi to Mombasa—has led to…
- Megan Thee Stallion has released the deluxe album ‘MEGAN: ACT II’. The 13-track collection includes features from K-pop girl group TWICE, fellow rapper Flo Milli, alternative group Spiritbox and her and RM of BTS’ recent hit ‘Neva Play’. After teaming up with metal band Spiritbox on the 2023 ‘Cobra…
- In today’s ever-evolving, fast-paced world, a smartphone is no longer just a device—it’s the center of your life. Whether you’re juggling work, staying in touch with friends, or capturing life’s most beautiful moments, you need a phone that makes everything easier and more enjoyable, right? For…
- Azeezah Hashim was crowned Media Personality of the Year at the prestigious Odartey Style and Fashion Awards (OSFAs). The event which took place on the 19th of this month is renowned for celebrating excellence in fashion and media in Ghana. Azeezah, known for her vibrant fun personality and…
- Rapper Wiz Khalifa, born Cameron Thomaz, has been officially indicted by Romanian authorities following an onstage incident in July where he was seen smoking cannabis at the Beach, Please! festival in Costinesti. The 37-year-old artist was arrested for possession of illegal drugs after the…
- Rihanna is set to attend the 2025 Met Gala. The singer, 36, who has spent years building her fashion brand, announced on Thursday (24.10.24) she will be accompanying her longtime boyfriend A$AP Rocky, 36, to the annual New York event when he co-chairs the couture celebration. Rihanna told…
- Renowned local restaurant chain Café Deli, has officially relaunched its Ngong Road branch as its dynamic hub offering unique culinary experiences. This expansion is a significant milestone for Nanjala Ltd, the parent company, as it aligns with strategic growth plans to expand its footprint across…
- The official Madaraka Festival lineup is out, and it is nothing short of spectacular! In an official invite-only event held at Manyatta in Kisumu, CEO Simon Javan Okelo among other stakeholders of the show announced the performers’ to attendees. This edition, a one of its kind as it is the first…
- Kenya’s premier film festival, the NBO Film Festival, opened successfully on the night of October 17, 2024, with the premiere screening of the award-winning film ‘The Battle for Laikipia’, directed by acclaimed Kenyan filmmaker Peter Murumi and Oscar-nominated Greek director Daphne Matziaraki. The…
- Liam Neeson is to retire from making action movies in 2025. The 72-year-old actor has become known for his tough guy roles over the years since starring in 2008 thriller ‘Taken’ but Neeson fears his days of rough-and-tumble roles are coming to an end and he wants to bow out before he’s unable to…
- Idris Elba is planning to move to Africa within the next “five to 10 years”. The ‘Luther’ star was born in London but his mother Eve is from Ghana and his father Winston is from Sierra Leone and Idris is keen to embrace his heritage – revealing he is now preparing to leave the UK […]
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- A mineral in Brazil nuts can stop breast cancer from spreading. Selenium – which is found in nuts, meat and cereals – is a vital nutrient for human health but experts in Scotland have discovered that it prevents a particular type of breast cancer from spreading to other areas of the body where it…
- Lady Gaga looks set to drop the new song ‘Disease’ on Friday (25.10.24). A pre-save link for the track was shared by label Universal Music and comes after eagle-eyed fans noticed the ‘Born This Way’ hitmaker’s streaming discography had been amended with seven tracks from her albums switching to…
- Italy, a country synonymous with breathtaking landscapes, timeless history, and an unparalleled cultural heritage, is also home to some of the finest wines in the world. From the sun-drenched hills of Tuscany to the rolling vineyards of Piedmont, Italian wine making is a centuries-old art form that…
- Linkin Park are set to drop a new single this week. The next single from their eighth album ‘From Zero’ will arrive this week and is titled ‘Over Each Other’. With the album ‘From Zero’ arriving on November 11, the new track follows the release of ‘The Emptiness Machine’ and ‘Heavy Is The Crown’.…
- Internationally celebrated Afrobeats singer-songwriter Lojay, known for global hits like “Monalisa” (Sarz) and “Sensational” (with Chris Brown and Davido), is back with an exciting twin release. Renowned for his smooth melodies, captivating lyrics, and seamless genre fusion, Lojay presents “Falling…
- Kenya’s Afro-Latin dance scene is rapidly growing, showcasing a wealth of talented instructors, dancers and choreographers. Building on this momentum, the inaugural Afro-Latin Tamasha music and dance event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 2nd November 2024 at Alliance Française in Nairobi.…
- The TECNO AI Premiere Innovation Evening, held at the prestigious JW Marriott Hotel in Nairobi, was nothing short of spectacular. This black-tie event offered a unique blend of technological sophistication and elegance, drawing together some of the brightest minds in the tech space. The evening was…
- A man unknowingly lived with three penises for his entire life. The Briton donated his body to the University of Birmingham Medical School after his death at the age of 78 where a “remarkable anatomical variation” was discovered during his dissection. The unnamed man’s genitals seemed normal from…
- Dionne Warwick says she “personally chose” lookalike Teyana Taylor to play her in a new biopic. The 83-year-old music legend – who was among the music royalty inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio on Saturday (19.10.24) – and the ‘Walk On By’ hitmaker says there is no one…
- Dancehall fans, brace yourselves! Jamaican dancehall superstar, Sean Paul, is set to take Nairobi by storm this December. The hitmaker is slated to perform in Nairobi on Sunday, December 1st, at the Waterfront 2 Gardens, Nairobi Jockey Club, 20 years after his maiden performance in the country. The…
- ASAP Rocky is reportedly set to buy the Tranmere Rovers Football Club. The 36-year-old rapper – who is in a relationship with pop superstar Rihanna, also 36, and has RZA, two, and 15-month-old Riot Rose with her – is part of an investment group headed by celebrity lawyer Joe Tacopina, and they are…
- Zayn Malik has postponed his tour following the death of Liam Payne. The 31-year-old pop star shot to fame alongside Liam – who died on Wednesday (16.10.24) after falling from a balcony in Buenos Aires – as part of One Direction and had been due to take his debut solo concert ‘Stairway To The Sky…
- Two of Nigeria’s top Afro-fusion pop stars, Bnxn and Rema have collaborated for the first time ever on a brand new single called “Fi Kan We Kan” out via EMPIRE. This track blends an infectious vibe with themes of perseverance and unity, making it the perfect soundtrack for celebration. Produced by …
- Playing video games makes the brain younger – but exercising does not. Those who regularly play games such as ‘Grand Theft Auto’ and ‘Minecraft’ were found to have the mental ability of someone over a decade their junior because of the improved memory, attention and reasoning skills that come with…
- ROSÉ and Bruno Mars flirt up a storm in the new music video for their collaboration. The BLACKPINK star and the ‘When I Was Your Man’ hitmaker have joined forces on the fun tune ‘APT.’ – which is named after a drinking game the 27-year-old South Korean star taught her “crew” and Bruno, 39, in […]…
- Ed Sheeran is “at a loss for words” following the death of Liam Payne. The former One Direction star died on Wednesday (16.10.24) at the age of 31 after falling from the balcony of his hotel room in Buenos Aires and now ‘Perfect’ hitmaker Ed, 33, has taken to social media amid the “heartbreaking…
- Grammy-nominated African music artist Ayra Starr will perform a special YouTube Live concert streamed globally from Nairobi, Kenya. The event, produced in partnership with Raha Fest, will celebrate the release of her sophomore album, “The Year I Turned 21”, and will be available for fans worldwide…
- Human Mobile Devices (HMD), Europe’s trailblazer in mobile technology known for its unique approach to technology, brought a wave of nostalgia with the launch of their latest mid-range smartphone, the HMD Skyline, at a vibrant Y2K-themed event in Kilimani, Nairobi. The night was a throwback to the…
- Liam Payne’s former One Direction bandmates “will take some time to grieve” his death. The pop star died in Buenos Aires, Argentina on Wednesday (16.10.24), aged 31, and Niall Horan, Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik have now released a joint statement, admitting to being “devastated by…
- Ahead of the upcoming December edition, Madaraka Festival organizers are set to announce the performers roster anytime from now. CEO Simon Javan Okelo will take over his hometown of Kisumu in a where it all began for him. “I grew up in the slums of Manyatta in Kisumu, Kenya, serving as the Field…
- Mariah Carey is still hoping to release her secret grunge album which was recorded back in the 1990s. The 55-year-old pop superstar moved away from her musical roots back in 1995 to put together an alternative record but it was never released and the singer has now admitted she’s “mad” it’s been…
- In a move to promote healthier living and uplift local communities, Royal Swinkels, the Dutch beverage company, has teamed up with Kenyan marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge to launch their malt-based carbonated soft drink, Bavaria Smalt, in Kenya. The partnership between the global sports icon and the…
- In Kenya, humor serves a deeper purpose than just entertainment—it’s a powerful cultural tool for addressing even the most sensitive issues. ‘Nakushow,’ a new satire series on TikTok and YouTube, taps into this tradition by turning politics into punchlines. It allows Kenyans to tackle emotive and…
- Liam Payne has died aged 31. The former One Direction star passed away on Wednesday (16.10.24), after falling from his hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. The singer fell from his room on the fourth floor of the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in the Argentine capital. Witnesses have told TMZ that the tragic…
- A sixth ‘Jason Bourne’ movie is said to be in development. The Matt Damon-led spy franchise hasn’t been seen since the simply-titled 2016 movie ‘Jason Bourne’, though a new listing from ProductionWeekly indicates that Universal Pictures are actively working on its next instalment, which is thought…
- Universal Music Group East Africa is proud to announce the signing of renowned Kenyan record producer and hit-maker Vic West. Vic is a key figure in the contemporary Kenyan music industry. Vic West’s signing marks a significant milestone for the rapidly growing Kenyan music industry, solidifying…
- Zuri Health marked a significant chapter in its journey by inaugurating its new headquarters in Lavington Nairobi, a key milestone in the company’s quest to revolutionize healthcare through cutting-edge technology. The event celebrated the strides made since the company’s launch in January 2021,…
- The Lintons Spa and Hair Studio at Westlands Square was abuzz with excitement on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024, as L’Oréal, the world’s leading beauty company and Lintons celebrated the official launch of the Lintons Hair Academy by L’Oréal. Nairobi’s beauty industry heavyweights, fashion…
- Lenana Kariba is a familiar face in the Kenyan entertainment industry. He has captivated audiences with his versatile performances on TV shows such as ‘Single Kiasi’ and ‘Selina’. In a recent interview with The Sauce, Kariba shed light on how he chooses his roles, prepares for characters, and why…
- October saw a thrilling fusion of sport, fashion, and lifestyle as the Nairobi Polo Club hosted the Lagos Polo Club for the highly anticipated Lagos Incoming Tour. Thousands of attendees flocked to the lush grounds, soaking up the sunny weekend while witnessing electrifying polo matches between the…
