- Afropop superstar Tekno, popularly known by the moniker Alhaji Tekno, kicks off 2025 in blazing style with “Alhaji,” a high-energy love anthem that’s already causing a stir online. Produced by rising talent Ranson Beatz, Alhaji finds Tekno in top form, delivering heartfelt lyrics about a woman who…
- Global dance music sensation Topic teams up with multi-platinum Kenyan artist Sofiya Nzau for the infectious new single “Away,” a shimmering, feel-good anthem out now via Astralwerks – listen here. Fusing catchy Afro-influenced vocals with a slick dance production, “Away” radiates warmth, rhythm…
- Bio Food Products Ltd, in partnership with Kaka Empire, yesterday officially launched the highly anticipated cooking show Let Him Cook, hosted by celebrated artist and entrepreneur King Kaka. The event was held at the Bio Food Products Ltd, bringing together media, and partner organization’s –…
- Rihanna has returned with her first new music since 2022. The ‘Work’ hitmaker has shared ‘Friend of Mine’ from the new ‘Smurfs’ animated film – in what marks her first release since ‘Born Again’ from the ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ soundtrack. Rihanna will also voice Smurfette in the animated…
- Jade will release her debut solo album, ‘That’s Showbiz Baby!’, on September 12. The former Little Mix star has unveiled her first full body of work and announced her first solo UK and Ireland tour, which will take place this October and November. The ‘Angel of My Dreams’ singer worked with huge…
- Blankets & Wine, the premier Pan-African music festival, is thrilled to announce its 16th anniversary, marked by a spectacular first-ever international show in Bradford City, UK! For sixteen years, Blankets & Wine has been a beacon of African music, culture, and lifestyle, showcasing both…
- Cassie Ventura considered taking her own life due to flashbacks over the alleged abuse she experienced from Sean ‘Diddy’ Comes. The ‘Only Me and You’ hitmaker has been giving evidence against her former partner – who has pleaded not guilty to charges of racketeering, sex trafficking by force, fraud…
- The Weeknd is “brainstorming” the end of his stage name. The ‘Blinding Lights’ hitmaker – whose real name is Abel Tesfaye – has previously spoken about the desire to get rid of his persona and suggested his upcoming movie ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ would be his last project under the moniker, but he isn’t…
- Janet Jackson will be bestowed with the Icon Award at the 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs). As well as being honoured with the prize in recognition of her “undeniable cultural and global influence,” Janet will be taking to the stage at the ceremony on May 26 – in what marks her first TV…
- Halle Bailey has filed for a temporary restraining order against DDG. The 25-year-old singer previously dated the rapper – whose real name is Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr. – and has 19-month-old son Halo with him but just over six months after they announced their split, PEOPLE has learned via legal…
- Cassie Ventura felt “confused and nervous” when Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs asked her to be involved in one of his so-called freak-offs. The 38-year-old singer dated the record producer between 2007 and 2018, and she’s admitted to being caught off-guard when Combs asked her to be part of a sex party. Asked…
- Kim Kardashian has “forgiven” the ringleader of her Paris robbery. The 44-year-old reality superstar was held in her French hotel room in 2016 and had $10m worth of jewellery stolen from her but as she faced defendant Aomar Ait Khedache in court on Tuesday (13.05.25), she insisted that she “…
- The Recording Industry of Kenya (RIKE) successfully concluded a landmark 3-day hybrid workshop held in Nairobi, last week from 6 – 8 May 2025. The workshop aimed at empowering Kenyan record producers with critical industry knowledge, skills and global networks and indeed brought together a cross…
- Cannes Film Festival has officially banned “nudity” and “voluminous outfits” on its red carpets. The annual event – which is returning for the 78th time and is one of the most prestigious festivals in the movie industry’s calendar – has updated its red carpet dress code in time for today’s (13.05.…
- Beyonce has started her ‘Cowboy Carter Tour’ with a record setting $55.7 million gross. The ‘Crazy In Love’ hitmaker finished a run of five gigs at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on May 9, pulled in well over $50 million with 217,000 tickets sold. As reported by Rolling Stone magazine,…
- Tory Lanez has allegedly been stabbed 14 times in prison, leaving him with collapsed lungs. The 32-year-old rapper is serving a 10-year sentence at the California Correctional Institution at Tehachapi for shooting fellow rapper Megan Thee Stallion in the feet in July 2020, and he said to have been…
- There’s a new vibe in Nairobi, and it starts early. Forget the 4 a.m. club crawl—this is about soaking up golden hour vibes during the day with a cocktail in hand and still being in bed by 11 p.m. Zenith Day Party a rising Nairobi’s ultimate urban events concept, is tapping into the magic of day…
- Lil Wayne has been accused of physical abuse by his ex-girlfriend Denise Bidot. The rapper, 42, dated the model, 38, from around 2019 to 2022, and she has now fired a series of allegations at him including that he ended their relationship by text message on Mother’s Day, leaving her “absolutely…
- Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sat motionless as federal prosecutors unveiled a catalogue of graphic and disturbing allegations against him at the opening of his trial – calling them “just the tip of the iceberg”. The 55-year-old music mogul is accused of running a sex trafficking ring and abusing multiple…
- Doja Cat’s new album ‘Vie’ will “fully encapsulate” the ’70s and ’80s – with some “modern twists”. The ‘Say So’ hitmaker is expected to release the follow-up to 2023’s ‘Scarlet’ sometime this year and she has shared snippets of what fans can expect. Speaking on Los Angeles’ 102.7 KIIS FM radio…
- Billy Ray Cyrus and Miley Cyrus are “so close to full healing”. The ‘Achy Breaky Heart’ singer and his famous daughter were believed to have been estranged since he split from her mom, Tish Cyrus, three years ago, but their relationship is beginning to improve and Billy Ray couldn’t be more “proud…
- Kenyans joined the majority of the world in celebrating the heartfelt occasion of Mother’s Day, yesterday (11.05.2025). While the outpouring of love for mothers is universal, the dates and traditions attached to Mother’s Day vary widely across different cultures and regions. From springtime…
- Kenya flew its flag high at the 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) held this past weekend, clinching two major wins cementing the country’s growing influence in African film and television. The glamorous event in Lagos, Nigeria, brought together the crème de la crème of…
- Showmax has announced the fifth instalment in its record-breaking reality series, titled The Mommy Club NBO premiering on 30 May 2025. Following the overwhelming success of The Mommy Club in South Africa and Tanzania, the Nairobi edition promises an intimate look into the lives of five remarkable…
- Ferré Gola, the celebrated Congolese crooner and revered Ambassador for Rhumba, is proud to announce the release of his latest single, “Amour Illusoire.” Sung majorly in French, this heartfelt ballad elegantly marries his extraordinary vocal artistry with the soulful resonance of the angelic piano …
- Legendary Kenyan Afropop and rap artists Calvo Mistari and Naiboi are back with their brand-new single and video collaboration, “Zama” – released under their new publishing outfit Room 308. Zama is their third single off their upcoming album ‘308’. It follows the success of their recent collabs:“…
- Shakira’s ‘Hips Don’t Lie’ almost never made it onto her album. The 48-year-old singer had completed work on her 2005 record ‘Oral Fixation, Vol. 2’ but she then got into the studio with Wylcef Jean and knew instantly they had a hit on their hands, so she called her record company boss and begged…
- Keke Palmer’s ‘My Confession’ was inspired by her break-up with Darius Jackson and the viral Usher concert moment that led to Darius’ publicly shaming her. ‘My Confession’s is the second single from Keke’s upcoming album, ‘Just Keke’ and she revealed it is her attempt to set the record straight on…
- Miley Cyrus has rubbished talk of a feud with her parents. The 32-year-old singer has insists that she is “tight” with her mother Tish, 57, after the podcast host appeared to stop following her on social media and claims that it was actually the result of technical misunderstanding. Miley wrote in…
- Kendrick Lamar leads the nominations for the 2025 BET Awards. The rap megastar has trumped his rival Drake with his 10 nods at the upcoming ceremony celebrating Black excellence in music, film, television, and sports. Kendrick’s nods include Album of the Year for ‘GNX’, Video of the Year for his…
- A$AP Rocky and Rihanna plan to follow their family tradition in naming their next baby. The couple revealed earlier this week they are expecting their third child together, and now the 36-year-old rapper – whose real name is Rakim Mayers – has confirmed the tot will be given a moniker that begins…
- Peeing in the shower has been strongly disputed. Doctor Teresa Irwin, a urogynaecologist, claims doing so trains the brain to link the sound of falling water with the need to urinate. And this can confuse the body’s bladder control and result in frequent, unnecessary trips to the loo. In a video…
- Rihanna is “proud” that Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin are partnering with the New York Liberty basketball team. The ‘Diamonds’ hitmaker’s Fenty Beauty have previously sponsored the WNBA All-Star Weekend but the new venture marks the brand’s first WNBA partnership and Rihanna is “excited” to see the…
- Rihanna is “proud” that Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin are partnering with the New York Liberty basketball team. The ‘Diamonds’ hitmaker’s Fenty Beauty have previously sponsored the WBNA All-Star Weekend but the new venture marks the brand’s first WNBA partnership and Rihanna is “excited” to see the…
- Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the new Pope. The 69-year-old cardinal was officially chosen as the next leader of the Catholic church on Thursday (08.05.25) when white smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel at just after 5pm, and made history in the process as the first American to be…
- Urine is being used to make eco-friendly beer. Researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) collected 20,000 litres of the watery fluid from portaloos set up for the Walpurgis Night celebrations – an annual Christian event celebrated on April 30 and the night of May 1. The…
- Rihanna has insisted her new album won’t be delayed too much by her pregnancy. The 37-year-old pop star – who is expecting her third child with her partner A$AP Rocky – confirmed the happy news at the Met Gala on Monday (05.05.25), and some fans were wondering if it will impact her long awaited…
- At the 2025 Met Gala, held on May 5 at New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, African stars made a significant impact, aligning with the event’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” This theme celebrated Black dandyism and the art of tailoring within Black culture, encouraging attendees…
- Rihanna confirmed her third pregnancy at the 2025 Met Gala. The 37-year-old singer – who has sons RZA, two, and Riot, 21 months, with rapper A$AP Rocky – stepped out on the floral carpet debuting her new baby bump, after revealing in a portrait by photographer Miles Diggs that she is expecting her…
- The iconic MTV Shuga franchise made a powerful comeback to Kenya with the premiere of MTV Shuga Mashariki on April 30, 2025, at The Tamarind Brasserie in Nairobi. Hosted by the MTV Staying Alive Foundation, the glamorous event brought together cast, crew, producers, media, and partners for an…
- Brazilian police thwarted a bomb attack planned for a Lady Gaga concert on Saturday (03.05.25). The chart-topping pop icon performed in front of an estimated 2.1 million people on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, but it’s now emerged that a group promoting hate speech and the radicalisation of…
- Queen Latifah’s experience on ‘The Equalizer’ was “everything [she] hoped it would be”. The 55-year-old star played Robyn McCall, also known as the Equalizer, on the TV show for five seasons, and she’s now taken to social media to reflect on her experience, after CBS cancelled the crime-drama…
- Beyonce has been sent a cease-and-desist letter demanding she drop some of the visuals from her ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour. The ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ hitmaker’s production company Parkwood Entertainment was sent the legal warning by James Dolan’s Sphere Entertainment Group objecting to footage using their Las…
- Fat Joe’s mom has died less than three months after his dad. The 54-year-old rapper took to social media on Saturday (03.05.25) evening to reveal that his mother, Marie Del-Carmen Cartagena, had passed away at the age of 77 after suffering a “broken heart” following the recent death of her husband…
- Gigi Hadid has finally made her relationship with Bradley Cooper Instagram official. The model has been dating the ‘Silver Linings Playbook’ actor since October 2023 but on Saturday (03.05.25) she shared a photo of them together on her social media account for the first time as she showed off a…
- It’s not every day Nairobi plays host to football greatness — but on May 2nd 2025, the city lit up as Heineken® brought the most coveted prize in club football, the UEFA Champions League Trophy, to the luxurious Ballroom Suite at the Nairobi Serena Hotel. And if that wasn’t enough, joining the…
- Travis Scott is set to play a special invite-only concert in Barcelona after unveiling his own jersey for the Barca-Real Madrid match. The Barca players will wear a special version of the blaugrana jersey featuring the rapper’s Cactus Jack record label logo for the La Liga match against their…
- Spotify is taking personalized listening to the next level with the launch of AI Playlist, a new beta feature that helps Premium users effortlessly turn their ideas into custom playlists. Now available in more than 40 markets across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean, the feature lets users…
- UK-based Ghanaian gospel musician Steve Impact brought a refreshing new wave to Nairobi’s gospel scene with an exclusive private listening party held at Freedom Embassy International, unveiling his newly released single ‘Higher,’ a powerful collaboration with Kenya’s very own Njoki Munyi. The song…
- Red Bull Dance Your Style returned to Kenya for its fifth edition in 2025, culminating in an electrifying National Final event on Sunday 27 April at the Imaara Mall Rooftop. After an afternoon of high-energy freestyle battles, Samuel Brian made history as a two-time national champion, earning the…
