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Album Review: Bridget Blue’s New Era — A Defining Moment for Kenyan R&B

Kenya’s alternative R&B space continues to evolve, and with her latest project, Bridget Blue firmly positions herself at the center of that growth. This album isn’t just a collection of songs ... it’s a textured, emotionally intelligent body of work that reflects the quiet confidence of an artist who understands her lane and is no longer asking for permission to occupy it. A Sonic Identity That Feels Intentional From the […]

todayApril 9, 2026 15

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The “Gentleman’s Agreement” Trap: Why Kenyan Artists Must Embrace Formal Contracts

In the vibrant, rhythmic heart of the Kenyan creative economy, a persistent shadow looms over the industry: unprofessionalism. While our music travels across borders and our festivals grow in scale, a fundamental piece of the business puzzle is missing—the culture of written agreements. For too long, the Kenyan music scene has operated on "vibes," "word of honor," and "brotherhood." While these sentiments are culturally rich, they are economically dangerous. The cycle is predictable: […]

todayFebruary 4, 2026 15

Entertainment

Kickz N Barz: A Legendary Tribute to Kitu Sewer at Lava Latte

Written by Edwin Agesa on Tuesday, 3 February 2026. Nairobi's hip hop scene just witnessed another massive milestone. Over the past weekend, Kickz N Barz took over Lava Latte on State House Road, and it was a full-blown shutdown. Hip hop heads from all corners of the city turned up in large numbers to honor a true lyrical mastermind, the legendary Kitu Sewer. The energy was unmatched as the community gathered to celebrate the "Celebrating […]

todayFebruary 3, 2026 18

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Third Edition of Gambero Rosso Top Italian Wines Roadshow Positions Kenya as a Bilateral Trade Powerhouse.

The third edition of the Gambero Rosso Top Italian Wines Roadshow concluded at Shamba Café in Nairobi, reaffirming Kenya’s growing importance as a strategic market for Italian wine, food culture, and broader trade relations. Featuring 160 award-winning wines from 44 producers across 11 famed wine-growing regions, the roadshow brought together leading importers, distributors, hospitality decision-makers, and wine professionals. The trade-focused experience went beyond tasting to addressing portfolio development, provenance, and […]

todayFebruary 2, 2026 21

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Album Review: Bridget Blue’s New Era — A Defining Moment for Kenyan R&B

Album Review

Album Review: Bridget Blue’s New Era — A Defining Moment for Kenyan R&B

Kenya’s alternative R&B space continues to evolve, and with her latest project, Bridget Blue firmly positions herself at the center of that growth. This album isn’t just a collection of songs ... it’s a textured, emotionally intelligent body of work that reflects the quiet confidence of an artist who understands her lane and is no longer asking for permission to occupy it. A Sonic Identity That Feels Intentional From the […]

STL: The Kenyan Trailblazer Who Took Afro-Urban Sound Global

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STL: The Kenyan Trailblazer Who Took Afro-Urban Sound Global

Few artists embody the spirit of global African music quite like Stella Mwangi, better known as STL. Born in Nairobi and raised between Kenya and Norway, STL has built a career that not only redefined what it means to be a Kenyan female rapper—but also positioned Kenyan music on the global stage long before the current wave. From Nairobi Roots to Global Stages STL’s story begins in Kenya, before her […]

Coliseum and Doing Her Thing: What These Shows Say About Kenya’s Live Music Evolution

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Coliseum and Doing Her Thing: What These Shows Say About Kenya’s Live Music Evolution

Last week’s highly anticipated Coliseum live music experience by King Kaka turned Nairobi’s music conversation on its head, proving that Kenyan audiences are ready to embrace premium, large‑scale live shows that are creatively ambitious and commercially viable. At the same time, more intimate showcases like Fena Gitu’s Doing Her Thing remind us that storytelling and musical connection are just as essential to the growth of Kenya’s vibrant live scene. Coliseum: […]

KCB Bank Kenya Receives Approval for a $96.9M (KShs. 12.5B) Financing Facility from Green Climate Fund (GCF)

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KCB Bank Kenya Receives Approval for a $96.9M (KShs. 12.5B) Financing Facility from Green Climate Fund (GCF)

KCB Bank Kenya has received approval for a $96.9M (KShs. 12.5B) financing from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to accelerate green projects for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and farmers in Kenya. The blended finance initiative—a mix of concessional lending, a guarantee, and a grant—under the Climate Smart Technology (CST) programme, is meant to support Kenya’s most vulnerable communities. This facility will be deployed towards supporting value-chain and gender-inclusive […]

KEPRO Convenes Media to Strengthen Understanding of EPR Enforcement in Kenya

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KEPRO Convenes Media to Strengthen Understanding of EPR Enforcement in Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya - The Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization (KEPRO) today convened a high-level media breakfast at the Sarova Stanley Hotel under the theme: “EPR Enforcement in Kenya: The Role of Media in Driving Responsible Business and Consumer Accountability.” The engagement brought together key stakeholders from government, industry, and the media to enhance understanding of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) enforcement and to underscore the critical role of the media in […]

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