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Ferdinand Mwongela

A final performance: A look at upcoming play featuring Ngugi wa Thiong'o in pictures

By Ferdinand Mwongela   2025-05-31 16:50:00

is June, Kenyans will have a chance to hear and witness the late literary legend Ngugi wa Thiong’o in action in one of his plays, 'The Trial of Dedan Kimathi'.

The Trial of Dedan Kimathi: Show featuring late Ngugi wa Thiong'o opens

By Ferdinand Mwongela   2025-06-15 12:22:56

The Nairobi Performing Arts Studio will stage The Trial of Dedan Kimathi from June 19 to 29 at the Kenya National Theatre, featuring a recorded narration by the late Ngugi wa Thiong’o.

Nairobi is Africa's top business travel destination

By Ferdinand Mwongela   2025-07-04 15:21:35

Nairobi emerged Africa’s top business travel destination at the World Travel Awards for Africa.

Four things to know if visiting Zanzibar

By Ferdinand Mwongela   2025-07-06 08:00:00

The island received more than 730,000 visitors that year. While some attractions are well known, Zanzibar has much more to offer.

Five things you need to know before visiting Zanzibar

By Ferdinand Mwongela   2025-07-06 10:36:26

Zanzibar remains a favourite for Kenyan tourists and investors, now requiring mandatory travel insurance, while offering rich cultural experiences and new opportunities