President William Ruto, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni (left) during the 23rd Ordinary Summit of the EAC Heads of State in Arusha, Tanzania on November 24, 2023. As the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) heads into its knockout stages, the East African Community (EAC) has had a tournament of mixed fortunes,…
Richie the Dancer and Tileh Pacbro For months, fans of TikTok sensation Richie the Dancer had been clamouring for a collaboration between him and content creator Tileh Pacbro. Richie, who has gone viral for his energetic and captivating dance moves, has become one of Kenya’s fastest-rising stars on the platform. His performances, marked by raw…
An AI-generated image of a man standing next to his car Changing the colour of a car has always been one of the most visible ways for owners to personalise and give their vehicles a fresh look. But in recent years, many Kenyan motorists have been choosing an expensive shortcut instead of following the conventional…
Diamond Platnumz When an artiste leaves a record label, emotions often run high, and in the case of Wasafi Classic Baby (WCB), this has been no exception. Diamond Platnumz, the label’s founder and one of East Africa’s most influential artistes, has been at the centre of several high-profile exits. From Harmonize to Rayvanny, Rich Mavoko,…
Harambee Stars players Following a historic, unbeaten run in their debut African Nations Championship (CHAN), each member of Kenya’s Harambee Stars has received close to Sh5 million reward from President William Ruto. This sum, for many, is less about luxury and more about honouring lifelong debts of love and loyalty. As the nation celebrates their…
Former Siaya County Assembly clerk Felix Isaac Olwero Siaya Governor James Orengo has expressed grief after former Siaya County Assembly clerk Felix Isaac Olwero was shot dead by police who mistook him for a suspect during a response to a reported break-in at his White House Resort in Seme, Kisumu County. Olwero, 50, who formerly…
Phone habits hurting quality time between you and your partner In modern relationships, the smartphone is a constant companion. It connects us to work, friends, and the wider world, but those same connections can quietly build walls between partners. While seemingly harmless, certain phone habits can significantly reduce the quality of time spent together, leading…
Harambee Stars Coach Benni McCarthy and his family Benni McCarthy, a celebrated figure in African football, has recently guided Kenya’s Harambee Stars into the quarter finals of the African Nations Championship (CHAN). His tactical sharpness and bold approach to squad rotation have drawn admiration across the continent. Yet away from the pitch, McCarthy’s life is…
An AI-generated image of person in a job interview In today’s competitive job market, skills alone aren’t enough. Employers, recruiters, and even potential business partners want more than just a CV; they want a story. The foundation of a strong personal brand is clarity. You need to be able to describe not just what you…
Jennifer Nagut from Maero village in Uganda displays the bananas at her stall in Busia, Kenya. She is among several Ugandan women who cross the border every day to sell nutritious foodstuffs to Kenya | Photo by Faith Matete It is dawn, and the flickers of the weak morning sun are illuminating the skies of…