March 2026
Familiar Blame Game: Harambee Stars Loss Sparks Old Debate
The recent penalty shootout loss to Estonia national football team after a 1-1 draw has once again thrown Harambee Stars into a storm of criticism—this time squarely aimed at head coach Benni McCarthy. As expected, reactions from Kenyan fans and sections of the local football ecosystem have been swift and emotional. Social media, particularly X, […]
Hype vs Legacy: Is Mejja Reinventing or Reaching?
Rumors surrounding Mejja allegedly paying influencers and bloggers to push his latest album Mtoto wa Khadija have sparked a familiar debate in Kenya’s music scene. But in reality, this is less of a scandal and more of a strategy. Across the global music industry, paid promotion has become a standard roll-out tactic—artists are no longer […]
22K Masterclass: How Msichana wa Jirani Built a 1.5M House Before We Built Discipline
There’s always that one story that humbles your entire financial existence. This time, it’s msichana wa jirani—gross salary ya 22K per month—who somehow managed to build a 1.5 million house for her parents in just six months. Six. Months. Naturally, the neighborhood investigative unit (read: nosy but concerned citizens) had questions. Because math was not […]
Away Haiwezi: The Day I Became a WiFi Salesman to Save My Life
There are bad decisions, and then there are jioni plans that should have stayed in the drafts. So this girl calls me, all casual, “kuja away.” No red flags, no disclaimers, just vibes. I show up thinking I’m about to enjoy soft life… only to walk straight into a live episode of “Wrong Place, Wrong […]
DJ Shinski Hits 2 Million YouTube Subscribers, Cementing Status as the Most Subscribed African DJ
Renowned international DJ and digital music innovator DJ Shinski has reached a historic milestone, becoming the first African DJ to surpass 2 million subscribers on YouTube. This milestone caps years of consistent output across afrobeat, amapiano, old school, soul, hip hop, R&B, and reggae mixes. Alongside his growing global audience, he has built a dedicated […]
Why Kenyan Fans Prioritize International Artists Over Local Talent
Why Kenyan Fans Prioritize International Artists Over Local Talent The conversation around Kenyan fans and their perceived lack of support for local artists continues to spark debate within the industry. While this phenomenon exists globally, many argue that it is more pronounced in Kenya, where international acts often receive more attention, streams, and ticket sales […]
From Viral to Vinyl: How Kenyan Artists Chase the Moment
The Kenyan music industry has developed a predictable reflex—when something catches fire online, artists rush to translate it into a song. Whether it’s a catchphrase, meme, or viral clip, the turnaround time between trend and track is getting shorter. This isn’t new. During the peak of Gengetone, viral slang and street energy fueled an entire […]
Bien’s Strategic Tanzanian Link-Ups Cement His East African Dominance
In the constantly evolving East African music landscape, collaborations are no longer just creative decisions—they are calculated market moves. Few artists understand this better than Bien-Aimé Baraza. His recent run of high-profile collaborations with Tanzanian heavyweights is a clear indication of an artist playing the long game. When Bien teamed up with Diamond Platnumz, the […]
Million Today, Broke by Monday: VDJ Jones and the Cost of Fast Money in Gengetone
VDJ Jones has peeled back the curtain on one of the most defining eras in Kenya’s modern music scene, offering a raw and reflective account of how he survived the rise—and eventual slowdown—of the Gengetone movement. Speaking during an interview on Homeboyz Radio, the DJ didn’t just revisit the glory days; he dissected the decisions […]
Doing Her Thing: Fena Gitu’s Bold Women-Only Show That Could Redefine Kenya’s Live Scene
Fena Gitu is once again positioning herself at the intersection of culture, conversation, and disruption. Her upcoming event, Doing Her Thing, set for Sunday at The Social House, is not just another live performance—it’s a deliberate statement. Borrowing its name and spirit from one of her most recognizable records, the show is built around an […]
