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BLANKETS & WINE JUNE EDITION UNVEILS STELLAR LINEUP INCLUDING KENYAN STARS LABDI, MORDECAI (DEXX), MEJJA, SERRO, MUTORIAH & WATENDAWILI ALONGSIDE NIGERIAN SENSATION FAVE
Blankets & Wine has announced its much anticipated return and 2026 season, with its first edition of the year scheduled for Sunday, 7 June 2026, at Laureate Gardens, Moi International Sports Centre, Nairobi. This will be followed by two other editions on 6 September and 20 December 2026. Launching with the June edition, Your Taste Lives Here is Blankets & Wine's 2026 campaign and year-long cultural platform. It was launched […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Women in Islamic Finance: A Rare and Powerful Conversation on Inclusion and Opportunity
Written by Myra Maloba on Wednesday, 17 December 2025. I was honored to be invited to an exclusive roundtable conversation on Women in Islamic Finance, hosted by Barbara Barungi, Board Chair of National Bank of Kenya and Access Bank Kenya. The roundtable was intimate, intentional, and deeply insightful, bringing together bank executives from both National Bank of Kenya and Access Bank Kenya, as well as businesswomen spanning multiple sectors … […]
