Kenya: The Story Behind British Soldiers Decapitating Chief Samoei and New Demands for Skull’s Return
[allAfrica] As the world anticipates King Charles III’s historic visit to Kenya on October 31, the Nandi community’s quest for justice and reparation is reignited. They are demanding the return of the skull of Koitalel arap Samoei, a revered chief, spi…
Kenya: Lupita and Selema – ‘It’s a Wrap!’
[Scrolla] Hollywood’s darling, Lupita Nyong’o, has called it quits with Selema Masekela, son of the legendary Hugh Masekela.
Kenya: Govt Pursuing Policies to Harness Cultural Asset Potential
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The government is putting in place a solid institutional framework that will protect and promote the country’s rich and diverse traditions.
Kenya: Kenyan Publisher Recalls School Book Depicting Prophet Muhammad
[RFI] A Kenyan publishing company has withdrawn a primary school book that featured a drawing of the Prophet Muhammad, following uproar by Muslim leaders and parents.
Kenya: Kenya to Unveil National Dress By October 10, 2024 – Heritage PS
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Kenya is working to unveil a harmonized national dress by October 2024, the country’s State Department for the Arts and Heritage has announced.
Kenya: Kenya Gears Up for the 5th Annual Moth Storytelling Event
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Nairobi is gearing up for the 5th edition of the annual Moth event, an event that focuses on storytelling.
South Africa: South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya Have Most R&B Listenership in Africa – Report
[Premium Times] “R&B has undergone a notable resurgence across the continent, with an average year-on-year growth of 13 per cent.”
Kenya: Kenya Inks Film Promotion Deal With Hollywood Invention Studios
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Kenya has inked a deal in Los Angeles, California to bring Hollywood Invention Studios to Kenya.
Africa: AU’s Chief Envoy for Silencing Guns Urges Artists to Support Peace Efforts
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The African Union (AU) High Representative for Silencing the Guns in Africa, Dr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas, has urged artists across the continent to utilize their talents in championing for peace amidst escalating conflicts in the re…
Kenya: Kenyan Fashion Label the Wakilisha Collection Unveils Their New Fall 2023 Collection At This Year’s New York Fashion Week
[Capital FM] New York-based Kenyan fashion designer and co-founder of The Wakilisha Collection, Justin Mungai, along with co- designer and CFO Linda Kieu and COO Gatere Kigamwa, unveiled their latest exciting collection in New York during the world fam…