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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 […]

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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 11

Entertainment

From Stage to State: Why Octopizzo and Kenya’s Young Creatives Joining Politics Could Transform the Entertainment Industry

Written by Edwin Agesa on Sunday, 11 November 2025. Kenya's cultural landscape is shifting, and the conversation around rapper Octopizzo's intention to run for the Kibra parliamentary seat in 2027 has sparked a new debate: could creatives joining politics finally give the entertainment industry the structure and support it desperately needs? For years, Kenyan artists have shaped identity, influenced public opinion, and created national pride through music, film, comedy, fashion, […]

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Entertainment

The Burden of Generosity: When Fame Becomes A Financial Trap

Written by Edwin Agesa on Sunday, 2 November 2025. In Kenya, being a celebrity comes with more than just fame and admiration — it comes with expectations. Fans don't just look up to you for inspiration; they look to you for assistance. Whether it's a plea for school fees, hospital bills, rent, or even business capital, celebrities are constantly flooded with messages that tug at their emotions. But what many […]

todayNovember 2, 2025 17

Education

Lessons from the Nairobi Film Festival: AFTTTI Students Experience The Power of Kenyan Storytelling

Written by Edwin Agesa on Tuesday, 29 October 2025. Last Saturday, Prestige Plaza Cinemas hosted the closing screenings of the Nairobi Film Festival, and among those in attendance were students from AFTTTI Training Institute, accompanied by Icon Radio. The day was not just about watching films, it was an immersion into storytelling, creativity, and the real-world practice of filmmaking. Two films stood out during the session: The People Shall and John Johnte Johny. […]

todayOctober 29, 2025 22

Entertainment

AFTTTI Students Join Hollywood Star Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine For An Inspiring Film Experience At The Nairobi Film Festival

Written by Edwin Agesa on Friday, 25 October 2025. Students from AFTTTI Training Institute, led by the Dean Edwine Agesa and accompanied by the Marketing Officer and Head of Admissions Yvone Mwangi, had a rare and inspiring opportunity to attend the Nairobi Film Festival, thanks to an invitation extended by Icon Radio. The event came shortly after the Dean hosted American-Ugandan Hollywood actor and filmmaker Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine at […]

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Entertainment

AFTTTI Training Institute and Icon Radio Attend Malaysian Film Showcase at the High Commission in Nairobi

Written by Edwin Agesa on Friday, 24 October 2025. On Thursday, October 23, the Malaysian High Commission in Nairobi hosted a captivating film showcase featuring the Malaysian animated blockbuster BoBoiBoy Movie 2. The event, held from 4 pm to 6 pm, brought together diplomats, media professionals, and film enthusiasts for an evening of culture, animation, and storytelling. Among the invited guests were representatives from AFTTTI Training Institute and Icon Radio, […]

todayOctober 24, 2025 24

Entertainment

Vicmass Luodollar Reflects on 10 Years of Bank Otuch and His Journey Through the Kenyan Music Industry

Written by Edwin Agesa on Friday, 19 September 2025. Kenyan artist Vicmass Luodollar recently sat down with Bloga Flani at Icon Radio to reflect on his music career, which is now celebrating a decade of his iconic album Bank Otuch. The conversation was filled with rich insights into his journey, the lessons he's learned, and the evolving landscape of the Kenyan music industry. Vicmass spoke passionately about the importance of […]

todaySeptember 19, 2025 35

Entertainment

PLAY KE: From Movement to Mere FOMO?

Written by Edwin Agesa on Wednesday, 17 September 2025. When the #PlayKE movement first caught fire, it was more than a hashtag. It was a rallying cry to support our own, to make sure Kenyan music got the airplay, respect, and recognition it deserves both at home and abroad. The vision was clear: if Kenyans play Kenyan, then the ecosystem grows, artists thrive, and the culture shines. But somewhere along […]

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