insert_link 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, and the lights are still flashing, but everyone is just […] todayFebruary 12, 2026 81
insert_link 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 every input? That question led me to examine the deeper […] todayFebruary 12, 2026 37
insert_link 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: an artist agrees to a gig via a quick WhatsApp […] todayFebruary 4, 2026 21
insert_link 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 Kitu Sewer" edition, turning the cozy venue into a historic […] todayFebruary 3, 2026 31
insert_link 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 long-term market positioning and related business opportunities for the Hotels, […] todayFebruary 2, 2026 31
insert_link 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 continued attacks on public service vehicles have exposed drivers, conductors […] todayFebruary 2, 2026 28
insert_link 254 Sports Plug Racial Disparities in African Football: Lessons from AFCON in Morocco The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has long stood as a symbol of African unity, pride, and footballing excellence. Yet, recent AFCON tournaments hosted in Morocco have reopened a difficult but necessary conversation around racial disparities within African football — both on and off the pitch. While AFCON continues to showcase world-class talent and passionate support, several incidents during the Morocco-hosted games revealed lingering racial tensions that challenge the very spirit the tournament represents. Football as a Mirror of Society […] todayJanuary 19, 2026 25
insert_link Entertainment The Recurring Nightmare: When Will Kenyan Artists Get Their Due Respect? Written by Edwin Agesa on Wednesday, 20 December 2025. Another day, another concert, another controversy. It's a tale as old as time in the Kenyan entertainment scene: a major international act comes to town, local artists are added to the lineup, and by showtime, the inherent disrespect and contractual chaos become the main event. Today, we're talking about the Asake and Gabzy concert at Nyayo Stadium, scheduled for this Saturday, December 20th. The talk of the town isn't the headliners, but […] todayDecember 20, 2025 45
insert_link What's Happnin KAMP Confirms Operating License, Endorses eCitizen Integration in Rights Licensing Shift The Kenya Association of Music Producers (KAMP) has confirmed its operating license from the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) while securing member endorsement to integrate royalty licensing and compliance processes with the government’s eCitizen platform. The resolutions were announced during KAMP’s Annual General Meeting held in Nairobi on December 17, a move that signals a renewed push toward regulatory clarity, improved compliance, and strengthened royalty collection within Kenya’s creative economy. What the KECOBO License Means for the Industry KAMP’s confirmation as […] todayDecember 18, 2025 27
