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Clean Energy

KENYA LAUNCHES NATIONAL CARBON REGISTRY STRENGTHENING CREDIBLE CLIMATE ACTION.

Written by Magdaline Wangechi on Thursday, 19 February 2026. Kenya has officially launched its National Carbon Registry (KNCR), positioning the country as a global hub for high-integrity carbon credits at a time when scrutiny of climate offset markets is intensifying worldwide. During the launch in Nairobi, Dr. Mamo B. Mamo, Director General of NEMA, described the registry as a robust, transparent, and inclusive platform that reflects Kenya’s priorities and aspirations, aligned […]

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Entertainment

Streams vs Street Cred: What the Buruklyn Boyz–Toxic Lyrikali Clash Reveals About Rap Power

Written by Edwin Agesa on Thursday, 19 February 2026. The current clash between Buruklyn Boyz and Toxic Lyrikali is unfolding like a localized case study in how hip-hop rivalries expose deeper tensions between popularity metrics and cultural legitimacy. While diss exchanges are not new to Kenyan rap ecosystems, this particular back-and-forth echoes structural patterns seen in global conflicts — especially the widely dissected confrontation involving Kendrick Lamar and his contemporaries […]

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Entertainment

The Wadagliz Experience: Why the March 6th Virtual Concert is a Masterclass in Artistic Sovereignty

Written by Edwin Agesa on Thursday, 19 February 2026. The Kenyan music industry is witnessing a definitive shift in the power dynamic between artists and the traditional structures of stardom. For decades, the "up-and-coming" artist was expected to play a waiting game, hoping for a seat at a table controlled by corporate sponsors and veteran event organizers. But on March 6th, the rap duo Wadagliz is set to prove that […]

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Music

Why We Only Nod in Clubs: The Death of the Kenyan Dance Floor

Written by Edwin Agesa on Thursday, 12 February 2026. There was a time when sherehe meant exactly that—partying until your legs couldn't take it anymore. If the DJ dropped a classic Genge hit or an Afrobeats banger, the dance floor would be packed with people just losing it. But nowadays, if you walk into any popular lounge in Nairobi or Mombasa, you'll find a very different vibe. The music is still loud, […]

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AI

AI Caricature Trends: Creativity, Data, and the Case for Smarter Participation

Written by Ezekiel Olande on Thursday, 12 February 2026. AI-generated caricatures have become a familiar sight across social platforms. Professionals, founders, creatives, and executives are sharing stylised versions of themselves tied to their work or personality. It looks like harmless fun. After seeing many friends participate, I tried it too. But one question persisted: what does it really mean to share our faces with AI systems designed to learn from […]

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Featured

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: […]

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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 […]

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Lifestyle

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 […]

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Breaking News

Matatu Strike Disrupts Transport as Operators Split on Suspension

Public transport services across parts of the country were disrupted today following a planned nationwide matatu strike, despite conflicting signals from transport operators over whether the industrial action had been suspended. The strike, which was expected to affect major towns including Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru and Kisumu, was initially called in protest against rising insecurity on Kenyan roads, particularly the destruction of vehicles during accidents and mob unrest. Matatu operators say […]

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