insert_link Awards Wakadinali Sweep the Night as Toxic Lyrikali and Kev the DJ Shine at UNKUT 2025 Written by Edwin Agesa on Friday, 5 December 2025. The UNKUT Hip Hop Awards lit up Emara Ole Sereni last night, gathering Kenya's most influential rappers, producers, DJs, and culture shapers for an evening that felt both historic and celebratory. Led by the ever-passionate Miss Ruby and flawlessly hosted by Corine Onyango, the ceremony reminded everyone why Kenyan Hip Hop continues to thrive, expand, and command respect across the continent. […] todayDecember 5, 2025 39
insert_link Entertainment ANZA MMA SET TO MAKE HISTORY WITH KENYA’S FIRST-EVER PROFESSIONAL MMA FIGHT NIGHT Written by Edwin Agesa on Friday, 5 December 2025. Kenya stands on the brink of a new era in combat sports as ANZA MMA, the country's first fully licensed Mixed Martial Arts promotion, prepares to unveil its inaugural Fight Night at Broadwalk Mall, Nairobi. Scheduled for 5th December 2025, this event marks a groundbreaking moment not just for MMA enthusiasts, but for Kenya's entire sporting community. For the first time, regional […] todayDecember 5, 2025 29
insert_link Africa Finance Access Bank Kenya and NBK Launch W Initiative to Expand Financing for Women-led Businesses By Icon Radio Team — December 4, 2025 Access Bank Kenya and the National Bank of Kenya (NBK) have unveiled the W Initiative, a new financial ecosystem designed to expand access to funding and support for women-backed businesses across the country. The program, backed by Access Bank’s Africa-wide network, aims to deepen financial inclusion, unlock opportunities, and accelerate the growth of women entrepreneurs in Kenya. Already, the initiative has disbursed […] todayDecember 4, 2025 40
insert_link 1 Entertainment UnKut Hip Hop Awards 2025: “Africa’s Hip Hop Lives Here” The much-anticipated UnKut Hip Hop Awards are back this year, reaffirming their position as one of Kenya’s most important platforms for celebrating hip hop culture. This year’s ceremony promises a powerful blend of music, style, creativity, and cultural pride as the industry comes together to honour both icons and rising stars of East African hip hop. The 2025 edition has already generated major buzz across social platforms, with nominees announced […] todayDecember 3, 2025 90 1
insert_link 55 Entertainment BLOGA FLANI TOP 50 KENYAN RAPPERS 2025: THE ARTISTS WHO DEFINED THE CULTURE THIS YEAR Written by Edwin Agesa on Monday, 1 December 2025. Every year, the Kenyan hip hop scene grows louder, sharper and more diverse, and 2025 has been no different. The Top 50 Kenyan Rappers 2025 list is Bloga Flani's personal perspective on the artists who truly impressed this year, those who showed consistency, released meaningful music, delivered memorable performances, and pushed the culture forward in ways that could not be ignored. This list […] todayDecember 1, 2025 246 55
insert_link Entertainment Why Kenyan DJs Must Work Closely With Kenyan Artists: A Lesson From South Africa Written by Edwin Agesa on Monday, 28 November 2025. In any thriving music ecosystem, DJs and artists operate like two sides of the same coin. One creates the sound, the other amplifies it. In Kenya, however, this relationship has often felt disconnected, with DJs leaning heavily toward foreign music, especially South African, Nigerian, and American hits, while local artists struggle to get consistent visibility on the decks. The result is […] todayNovember 28, 2025 21
insert_link Entertainment How Anguka Nayo Revolutionized Clubbing in Kenya Written by Edwin Agesa on Monday, 24 November 2025. In my opinion, nothing shifted the Kenyan clubbing experience quite like Anguka Nayo by Wadagliz. Before that song hit the airwaves, club culture was heavily influenced by dancehall. Nights out revolved around grinding, and honestly, that was the main attraction. The energy of the dancehall riddims made grinding the highlight of any party, and it defined what most of us loved about clubbing […] todayNovember 24, 2025 18
insert_link Announcement CONDOLENCE MESSAGE FROM ICON RADIO We are deeply heartbroken by the passing of DJ Tesh, a cherished member of the Icon Radio family. He served with passion and excellence as a presenter on Riding Shotgun, a talented producer, a dependable leader, and above all, a true friend and brother to everyone he worked with. His loss leaves a void that cannot be filled. DJ Tesh was charismatic, warm, endlessly funny, and incredibly resourceful. His dedication […] todayNovember 15, 2025 63
insert_link Entertainment Women-led, wellness-first and unapologetically African — Season 2 kicks off with bold stories, and a renewed standard of on-set care The MTV Staying Alive Foundation (MTV SAF) yesterday unveiled the cast and creative leadership for the upcoming Season 2 of its groundbreaking youth drama, MTV Shuga Mashariki, set to premiere in early 2026. Returning to Season 2 of MTV Shuga Mashariki will be the powerhouse ensemble of Serah Wanjiru, Basil Mungai, Matthew Ngugi, Wilson Muchemi, Fatuma Gichuru, Juliebrenda Nyambura, Fridah Mumbe, Renee Gichuki and Mwende King'ori, with fan-favourite Brian Kabugi […] todayNovember 13, 2025 56
BLANKETS & WINE JUNE EDITION UNVEILS STELLAR LINEUP INCLUDING KENYAN STARS LABDI, MORDECAI (DEXX), MEJJA, SERRO, MUTORIAH & WATENDAWILI ALONGSIDE NIGERIAN SENSATION FAVE
KCB Bank Kenya Receives Approval for a $96.9M (KShs. 12.5B) Financing Facility from Green Climate Fund (GCF)
