Entertainment
Bars vs Bangers: The Thin Line Between Hardcore and Commercial Rappers
In Kenyan hip hop—and globally—the debate between hardcore and commercial rappers has never really gone away. It’s a conversation rooted in identity, purpose, and what artists choose to prioritize when they step into the booth. Hardcore rappers are driven by expression. For them, music is a tool for storytelling, resistance, and documentation of lived realities. […]
KENYA’S & EAST AFRICA’S PREMIER MIXED MARTIAL ARTS PROMOTION, ANZA MMA RETURNS THIS MARCH 26TH AT THE ALCHEMIST
East Africa’s premier mixed martial arts promotion, ANZA MMA is back this March with ANZA MMA Fight Nights 007, set to take place on Thursday, 26 March 2026 at The Alchemist, Nairobi, with Doors Opening at 6 PM and the Fights Starting at 7 PM. The event is expected to bring another action-packed night of amateur mixed […]
From “Sitishiki” to Legacy Status: Wahu Celebrates 20 Years with Lifetime Achievement Honor
Kenyan music icon Wahu Kagwi is officially stepping into legacy territory after being awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by ONErpm, marking an incredible 20-year journey in the music industry. Wahu’s rise to fame was nothing short of defining for Kenyan pop and R&B. She burst onto the scene with bold, confident hits like Sitishiki and […]
Nyashinski’s “The Showman Residency” Is Redefining the Kenyan Concert Experience
Kenyan rap heavyweight Nyashinski is once again pushing creative boundaries—this time with a bold, immersive concept dubbed The Showman Residency. Set to run from April 4th to 12th at Carnivore Grounds, the residency is shaping up to be less of a traditional concert and more of a multidisciplinary performance experience. Through a series of Instagram […]
Clout to Chorus: Why Kenyan Influencers Keep Crossing Into Music
Kenya’s digital culture is evolving fast, and one trend that refuses to fade is influencers pivoting into music. The latest example is Malcom, who has turned his viral “Mwecheche” catchphrase into a full-fledged track featuring established artists. While some may dismiss it as a gimmick, it actually reflects a deeper shift in how attention is […]
Pricing Yourself Out the Ring: Alfayo’s 500K Gamble Before Kasarani Showdown
A few days to one of the most talked-about boxing events in Kenya, controversy has already entered the ring—this time outside the ropes. Alfayo, one of the fighters scheduled to curtain raise ahead of the highly anticipated bout between Majembe and Mbavu Destroyer at Kasarani on April 4th, is reportedly turning down a Ksh 100,000 […]
The Rise of Artist-Led Shows in Kenya: Saisa Ndabi and the New Wave of Live Experiences
This Friday, Saisa Ndabi steps into the spotlight as the headline act for Vibes na Marafiki, going down at Hit Labbz from 2PM. The event brings together a lineup featuring Katapilla, Hassano, Skillo, Tulia and more, setting the tone for what is quickly becoming a defining movement in Kenya’s live music space. At its core, […]
Sanaipei Tande, Age, and the Double Standards of Public Morality
When Sanaipei Tande stepped onto the stage at the Safari Rally Kenya in Naivasha, the expectation was simple: music, entertainment, and celebration during one of the country’s biggest sporting weekends. Instead, the conversation that followed had very little to do with her performance. Photos from the show quickly made their way online, showing the veteran […]
Big Money, Bigger Stakes: Obinna’s Kasarani Boxing Event Sparks Excitement—and Concern
Kenyan boxing is experiencing a fresh wave of attention, and much of the spotlight right now is centered on a major event scheduled for April 4 at the iconic Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. The upcoming fight night, spearheaded by media personality Oga Obinna, has quickly become one of the most talked-about sporting events in […]
Empty Halls and Hard Lessons: The Reality of Kenya’s Event Business
Another weekend, another cancelled event. This time it was a stand-up comedy show by Wilson Muchemi of MTV Shuga Mashariki that was supposed to take place at Kenya National Theatre. For many people this might just look like another cancellation notice on social media, but for anyone who has ever tried organizing an event in […]
