Entertainment

Video shows school cooks using drill to make Ugali, serving it using spade

A viral video of school cooks using a motor drill and spade to prepare a giant ugali has amused and amazed Kenyans online.

Eric Omondi rallies support for Nairobi man who livestreamed his auctioning on Tiktok

Comedian Eric Omondi has rallied support for Joseph Mutua, a man who livestreamed his auction with remarkable optimism, by appealing to the public to help him rebuild his life and business.

Kijana: Kamba benga star ruling dance floors 25 years after death

Twenty-five years after his tragic death in a road accident, legendary Ukambani benga star Charles Musyoki Kikumbi, known as Kijana, is still celebrated for his musical legacy.

Justin Bieber drops surprise album 'Swag' featuring Druski amid Diddy controversy

Justin Bieber surprised fans with his new hip-hop-inspired album Swag, featuring comedian Druski—currently embroiled in controversy—on three tracks, sparking mixed reactions online.

Mike Sonko hints at organising Vybz Kartel concert in Kenya, ignites online frenzy

Mike Sonko has sparked excitement after hinting at bringing Jamaican dancehall star Vybz Kartel to perform in Kenya.

Singer Joshua Baraka says he has Kenyan roots amid nationality debate

Singer Joshua Baraka has revealed his Kenyan-Ugandan heritage, settling ongoing debate about his nationality.

Justin Bieber releases seventh studio album 'Swag' with billboard campaigns, deep lyrics

Themes of faith, love, introspection, and personal growth seem to echo through the names, with songs such as Devotion, Soulful, and Forgiveness reflecting Bieber’s continued embrace of hi beliefs.

Risasi ya Mguu: US-based Kenyan Tiktoker Malcolm turns Ruto's police order into viral hit

In his signature move the content creator sang a snippet of the track from behind the wheel of his famous lorry transforming Ruto’s “shoot the leg” remarks into a viral hook.

Chali B finally releases 'Nipende' music video

While teasing viewers to expect "magic," Chali B intentionally keeps the visual story under wraps, urging fans to watch and interpret it for themselves.

Bikinis, posh cars, booze, nudity scenes, rock Diani during Summer Tides Festival

The 2025 Summer Tides Festival held last week was as good as promised but the aftermath was wintry with partygoers stuck at the coast with roads blocked and train cancelled over anti-Ruto chants.

Betting on Bien: How Sauti Sol former member is giving East African musicians a lifeline

Bien-Aimé Baraza is slowly becoming the backbone of the region musically. Most East African artistes are teaming up with him to reclaim relevance.

JN Justino weighs in on what is ailing Coastal music

So, is the Coastal music industry going down? According to JN Justino, it is not sinking just calling for artistes bold enough to sail uncharted waters. 

TikToker Kakan Maiyo arrested over viral video to appear in court today

Popular TikToker Kakan Maiyo was arrested in Nairobi for allegedly inciting violence against police through a viral video and is expected to be arraigned in court today.

'One lege': Kenyans convert Ruto's 'shoot-the-leg' directive into hilarious memes

Kenyans turned President Ruto’s controversial “shoot the legs” order into a viral wave of memes, videos, and satire, using humour to protest state violence and express political dissent online.

Futuristic Akon City project in Senegal officially scrapped after years of stagnation

Senegal has officially cancelled the ambitious $6 billion Akon City project after years of stalled progress, shifting focus to a more realistic development plan.

Kenyans go after Blessing Lung'aho over accusations by Jackie Matubia

Jackie Matubia has accused her ex-husband Blessing Lung’aho of being a deadbeat dad, sparking backlash against the actor on social media.

Kenyan rising star Ajo set to release electrifying Afropop album 'Mabangers'

Ajo says he is ready to ignite dancefloors across Kenya and beyond with an album crafted to capture the essence of the country’s vibrant party and club culture.

Nicki Minaj claims rap mogul Jay-Z owes her up to Sh25.8 billion from TIDAL sale

In a post on X on July 8, 2025, Minaj wrote, “We’ve calculated about 100-200MM so far. #JayZ call me and settle this karmic debt. It’s only collecting more interest. You’re still in my top 5 tho.”

Dreamboi drops track list for upcoming genre-fusing album 'Jozi X Swiss'

The album features heavyweight collaborations with African stars like Emtee, Gemini Major, and Da LES

Former Kenya Film Classification Board boss Ezekiel Mutua ordered to refund Sh27m paid in irregular salary

In a ruling by the State Corporations Appeal Tribunal, Dr Mutua was surcharged  after the KFCB board increased his salary from Sh348,840 to Sh1,115,850 for his second three-year term.