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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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, […]
Ugandan rising star Joshua Baraka has officially arrived in Nairobi, setting the stage for an electrifying performance at this year’s Blankets & Wine Festival, happening on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, at the Laureate Garden, Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. Known for his breakout hits like Nana and Dalilah, Baraka has quickly become one of East Africa’s most exciting new voices, blending Afro-fusion, R&B, and soulful storytelling. Ahead of his highly […]
The countdown is officially over! Tems has landed in Nairobi ahead of her much-anticipated headline performance at the Blankets & Wine Festival, happening this Sunday, September 28th, 2025, at the Laureate Garden, Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. The Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, celebrated for her powerful voice and global hits like Free Mind and Essence, will take the stage at 8:45 PM, closing out what promises to be one of the […]
Written by Edwin Agesa on Friday, 25 September 2025. Kenyan singer Chess Nthusi has once again reminded us that behind the glamour of the music industry lies a darker, unspoken reality. While appearing on the Kisiangani Podcast this week, Chess revealed that some of the biggest barriers to women's success in Kenyan music are not just financial or creative, but systemic predatory behaviour. According to her, there are powerful figures […]
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 […]
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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