29 Aug, 2026
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The Notebook and the Soul: Inside the Creative Process of King Kaka’s Year of the Pen

For years, King Kaka (Kennedy Ombima) has been a cornerstone of East African hip-hop. But his latest 13-track masterpiece, Year of the Pen, represents something far deeper than just another album cycle. It is a testament to survival, reinvention, and the sacred, tactile act of writing. For Kaka, this album wasn’t born in a rushed […]

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Toxic or Devoted? Cara Akello Returns with Captivating New Single “Sumu”

Nairobi’s very own Afro-R&B sensation, Cara Akello, is officially back, marking a bold and beautiful new chapter in her musical journey. Following an artistic rebrand, the singer-songwriter has released her highly anticipated single, “Sumu,” now available on all major digital streaming platforms. “Sumu” (a Swahili word translating to “poison”) is a beautifully complex track that […]