- Christmas baubles are a “potentially deadly health hazard”. According to researchers, the festive decorations are likely to cause bad seasonal colds as “80 per cent” of all infections are transmitted by hand. With people touching food and passing decorations to each other during the holidays, a…
- Police were called to Michael B. Jordan’s home after an alleged intruder was spotted in his garden. The ‘Creed’ actor’s security team called cops in Los Angeles on Wednesday (18.12.24) afternoon after they escorted a mystery man from the 37-year-old star’s front yard, and when officers arrived, the…
- Popular African reality series Young, Famous, and African is back for Season 3. The third season of the Netflix show will debut on January 17, 2025. It is back with more opulence, drama, and an exclusive glimpse into the glamorous lives of Africa’s top celebrities. The exit of South African stars…
- The long school holidays are here, and the festive season has kicked into high gear. Across Kenya, young people are reveling in the freedom of unstructured time, with streets buzzing with their energy and excitement. For working parents and guardians, however, this time of year often brings a…
- Abba Marcus Mayanja, the eldest son of legendary Ugandan musician Jose Chameleone, has spoken out about his father’s ongoing struggles with health and substance abuse. In a heartfelt Instagram video, Abba urged fans, promoters, and well-wishers to unite in supporting the hitmaker during this…
- Believing in Santa Claus does not make children behave better at Christmas. Scientists investigated the behaviour of more than 500 kids over three Christmases to establish who was naughty or nice and concluded that the possibility of not getting presents from Santa has no impact on a child’s…
- Ariana Grande doesn’t see herself returning to music “for the next few years”. The 31-year-old pop megastar made her big-screen debut playing Glinda in the first of two blockbuster adaptations of Broadway classic ‘Wicked’ this year, and after her label quashed rumours she was plotting a huge tour…
- The legendary Kenyan band Les Wanyika has accused rapper Octopizzo of sampling their iconic tracks without proper authorisation in an interview with this writer, sparking discussions about intellectual property rights in the Kenyan music scene. This controversy comes at a time when Les Wanyika is…
- After the success of his chart-topping October release “Breathe,” rising Nigerian-South African Afrobeat artist McKay returns with another compelling track, Sudden. Known for his knack for fusing heartfelt storytelling with captivating melodies, McKay once again showcases his versatility and…
- Uganda’s music legend Bebe Cool has officially released “Circumference” – the highly anticipated first single from his forthcoming album ‘Break The Chains’. The track is an exciting blend of Afrobeat rhythms and catchy melodies, showcasing Bebe Cool’s versatility as he embraces a more polished,…
- Globe-trotting Amapiano hit ‘Biri Marung’ brings together a distinguished line-up of South African artists, including King of Amapiano DJ Maphorisa, heavyweight Focalistic alongside hot talents Mr. Pilato, Scotts Maphuma, CowBoii, Ego Slimflow, Tebogo G Mashego, Sje Konka, DJ Mattress. Since its…
- Grammy-winning artist John Legend has been announced as the headline performer for the 2025 edition of Move Afrika, a pioneering music touring initiative expanding to include Nigeria alongside Rwanda. The All of Me hitmaker is set to perform in Kigali, Rwanda on the 21st of February, 2025 and Lagos…
- A Brazilian court has ordered Adele’s song Million Years Ago removed globally from streaming platforms and other channels over plagiarism allegations by Brazilian composer Toninho Geraes. The injunction, issued by Judge Victor Torres of Rio de Janeiro’s 6th Commercial Court, threatens Sony Music…
- Megan Thee Stallion has filed for a restraining order against Tory Lanez. The 32-year-old Canadian rapper – whose real name is Daystar Peterson – is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting fellow rapper Megan, 29, in the foot in July 2020, and she claims he is still causing her “…
- Chance the Rapper’s estranged wife Kirsten Corley has filed for divorce. The 31-year-old hip-hop star – whose real name is Chancelor Bennett – and his spouse announced in April that they had split up, and now, according to TMZ, she filed divorce papers to officially terminate their marriage on…
- Cynthia Erivo got just two-to-three hours sleep a night while filming ‘Wicked’. The 37-year-old actress stars as Elphaba in the two-part musical blockbuster and she told how she pushed herself to the limits, waking very early for a two-hour workout ahead of the two hours she had to spend in the…
- Popular Kenyan rapper King Kaka, and his long-term partner Nana Owiti, have ended their relationship after 13 years. In a heartfelt joint statement, the couple revealed that their decision to part ways came after extensive reflection and was not made lightly. While they chose not to disclose the…
- Kenyan rap artist Calvo Mistari is back in Nairobi and ready to captivate hearts with his latest release “Olivia.” Teaming up with fellow Kenyan artist Bandanah Miqassa, the duo delivers a stunning Afropop ballad that explores the depths of romantic love, vulnerability and adventure. The single,…
- Jay-Z has declared his rape accuser’s admission there were “mistakes” in her allegations against him “proves” her case is “false”. The 55-year-old has been left reeling after the woman lodged a case accusing him and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs of raping her when she was aged 13 in 2000. After being known…
- Will Smith has denied any connection with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’. Diddy is currently in jail awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges and during a recent performance in San Diego, Will, 56, addressed memes linking him to the rapper. According to TMZ, he said: “The world we’re in right now, it…
- Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs will remain in jail until his May 2025 trial, after dropping his bail request. The 55-year-old music mogul had previously been denied bail three times; on September 17 immediately after his arrest on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering, one day later on September 18 and…
- The powerhouse women of Kaka Empire are setting new standards and lighting up stages across East Africa. This past week, Femi One and Azeezah Hashim proved that excellence knows no bounds. Femi One, the queen of Kenyan rap, delivered an electrifying performance at the Furaha City Festival, leaving…
- Ariana Grande suffered from COVID-19 on the set of ‘Wicked’. The 31-year-old pop singer stars as Glinda in the screen adaptation of the smash hit Broadway musical – which was filmed from December 2022 until January 2024 – and was struck down by coronavirus disease the week she had to film her…
- Rising SwaRnB music group Jadi has just unveiled the highly anticipated music video for their romantic ballad “Hallelujah,” featuring the soulful vocals of Ochiko. The song, a standout from their debut album Breeze Ya Jioni, has already captured the hearts of fans and now comes to life through…
- Taylor Swift became the most decorated artist in Billboard Music Awards history on Thursday night (12.12.24). The pop superstar – who has just wrapped the highest-grossing tour of all time with ‘The Eras Tour’ – took home 10 more prizes at the star-studded bash at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las…
- Prominent entertainment personalities Sarah Hassan, Brenda Wairimu, and Luo Ohangla musician Prince Indah were among 142 Kenyans awarded the prestigious Order of the Grand Warrior (OGW) by President William Ruto during this year’s Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens. The conferment of…
- Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has unveiled plans to commemorate the late Kapuka music legend E-Sir by renaming a road in South C, his home neighborhood, in the artist’s honor. The announcement was made during the Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens, where Governor Sakaja highlighted the…
- Donald Trump has been named Person of the Year by Time magazine. The president elect – who previously took the title in 2006 – beat out a shortlist that included his White House rival, Vice-President Kamala Harris, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanjahu, Mexico’s president, Claudia Sheinbaum,…
- Megan Fox is focusing on “her unborn baby” following her split from Machine Gun Kelly. The couple are believed to have parted ways for good just weeks after they confirmed they are expecting a child together and a new report suggests Megan is not willing to give the relationship another go and she’…
- Rwanda’s leading Afropop singer and performer, Bruce Melodie, has today released a new single and music video for “Niki Minaji” featuring South African chart-topping duo Blaq Diamond renowned for their “Summer Yomuthi” hit record. The irresistible blend of Amapiano beats and captivating Afropop…
- Jamie Foxx suffered a stroke caused by a bleed on the brain. The ‘Django Unchained’ actor was hospitalised in April last year after suffering a mystery “medical complication”, which his family decided to keep private, and the comedian has now revealed exactly what happened to him and recalled…
- Mariah Carey feels is celebrating the 30th anniversary of ‘Merry Christmas’. The 55-year-old singer released the album 30 years ago, and Mariah is thrilled to now be releasing a deluxe digital edition of the record. She wrote on Instagram: “The deluxe digital edition of my Merry Christmas album is…
- Tina Knowles claims she was “hacked” after her Instagram account liked a post about the news that her son-in-law, Jay-Z, had been sued for an historic rape allegation. Beyonce’s mom, 70, insists she did not hit the like button on ABC7 Chicago’s post about the lawsuit the 55-year-old rap mogul is…
- The inaugural edition of Nomadic Arts Festival by Content House Kenya happened on Friday 6 December 2024 at the Chandaria Auditorium, Visa Oshwal Center, in Westlands, Nairobi. The festival brought a number of artists and entertainers from Northern Kenya and Nairobi in a celebration of diverse art…
- Taylor Swift sold more than $2 billion worth of tickets for her ‘Eras Tour’. The ‘Cruel Summer’ hitmaker has been on the road for the last 21 months and following her 149th and final show in Vancouver, Canada, on Sunday (08.12.24), it has been revealed the $2,077,618,725 ticket revenue is double…
- Rwandan rapper, singer and songwriter Angell Mutoni is preparing for the release of her debut album, with the release of “Kare” (meaning Early). The bold single, a blend of Afro-Hip Hop and Dancehall, marks a pivotal moment in Angell’s career while showcasing her unstoppable drive and unshakeable…
- Jay-Z has been accused of raping a 13-year-old girl with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs in 2000. An amended court document was filed in a federal court on Sunday (08.12.24) and added the 55-year-old rap mogul – whose real name is Shawn Carter – to the original sexual assault lawsuit filed in October, which…
- Craig David attributes his success to the core values of his parents’ faiths. The ‘When You Know What Love Is’ hitmaker’s father George is Christian while his mother Tina is Jewish but the 43-year-old singer – who was eight when his parents split – found at the heart of their beliefs was a sense of…
- Mariah Carey wants to be a “friend for anyone who needs one” during the festive season. The 55-year-old star’s most famous single, ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ receives heavy airplay during December and she is “very grateful” to be an essential part of the holiday period for so many people.…
- Emoji users are more emotionally intelligent. Research suggests that people who regularly use the icons in text chats with family and friends are more in touch with their feelings. Women are more likely to use emojis but anxious and private people were often less comfortable doing so. The US study…
- One of Diddy’s anonymous accusers has revealed her identity. Anna Kane, the ex-wife of Edmonton Oilers ice hockey player Evander Kane, has used her real name in an amended complaint filed in Federal District Court in Manhattan against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs after U.S. District Judge Jessica G. L.…
- We associate the holidays with family and friends coming together for connections and celebration. But sometimes the season of cheer does not feel very cheerful. Between shopping, cooking, travel and taking time off work, things get stressful. With the holiday pressure, the expectations and the…
- Max Verstappen is to be a father for the first time. The 27-year-old racing driver and his partner Kelly Piquet – who is the daughter of former Formula One star Nelson Piquet – have announced she is pregnant and the couple couldn’t be happier about their “little miracle”. Sharing a joint post on…
- Beloved, close your laptops. It’s that magical time of the year—December! The season of joy, laughter, and feasting has officially begun, and what a year it has been. December couldn’t have arrived at a better time—a chance to reset, celebrate, and, let’s be honest, indulge just a little. This past…
- Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has raised an objection to the “untenable” laptop restrictions he faces in jail. The 55-year-old rapper is currently behind bars at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn awaiting trial on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering and after he had a request for bail…
- South African pop sensation Tyla is set to add her charm to ‘A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter‘, a festive musical variety special headlined by American pop star Sabrina Carpenter. Exclusively streaming on Netflix from Friday, Dec. 6, the show promises an unforgettable lineup featuring…
- Get ready for a festive season filled with intrigue, passion, and heartwarming moments as Showmax unveils its latest dating show, Nairobi Bachelor, premiering today, 6th December 2024. Hosted by the vibrant celebrity duo Daddie Marto (Sue na Jonnie) and Koku Lwanga, this 13-episode series promises…
- This year, TikTok emerged not only as a space for creativity and entertainment but also as a catalyst for cultural celebration, community building, and entrepreneurial success. From amplifying underrepresented voices to inspiring real-world change, TikTok empowered Kenyans to share their stories,…
- Kenyan artist Vallerie Muthoni, popularly known as Brown Suga, has unleashed her latest masterpiece, Shake. It is a high-energy dance anthem that blends hip-hop, riddim, dancehall, and gengetone into an electrifying soundscape. With its contagious beat and swagger reminiscent of Lil Maina and the…
- South African superstar Pamela Nkutha is set to light up the stage at Korom Festival 2024, bringing her unmatched energy and talent to Eldoret on Saturday, 7th December 2024. Hosted at the Eldoret Sports Ground, this highly anticipated event will celebrate culture, music, and innovation with over 7…
