The wait is over! King Kaka has unleashed his latest musical masterpiece, 'TABASC0 2', in collaboration with Stella Mwangi, Shekina Karen, and Vallerie Muthoni.

This electrifying track is already making waves, captivating audiences with its infectious beats and powerful message.

From the moment the first note hits, 'TABASC0 2' grabs listeners by the ears and refuses to let go.

Produced by the  talented Vinc on the beat, the song is set to be a sure hit. 

With a reputation for pushing boundaries and delivering thought-provoking music, King Kaka has assembled a dream team for 'TABASC0 2'.

Joining forces with Stella Mwangi, the Norwegian-Kenyan rapper known for her fierce energy and global appeal, as well as Shekina Karen and Vallerie Muthoni, rising stars in the Kenyan music scene, King Kaka is poised to deliver a hit that transcends borders.

Accompanying the song is a visually stunning music video directed by the visionary Steve Mugo.

Shot in a classy location with dynamic cinematography, the video is a feast for the eyes, perfectly capturing the energy and spirit of 'TABASC0 2' while showcasing the undeniable chemistry between King Kaka and his collaborators.

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has lashed out at the national government accusing it of failing to deal with the drug menace at the coast.

Nassir, who led the onslaught against the government, accused it of empty rhetoric even as the drugs issue continues to threaten the future of many youth in the region.

“Until when will we be lied to that the government is going to arrest drug barons and peddlers? You (government) have intelligence, you have the DCI yet you have failed us”

"If you can’t do it, tell me I set up a special county team to deal with the matter,” said Nassir.

The agitated governor was speaking at Lohana Hall in Majengo Saturday afternoon during the launch of issuance of funds to schools for the Leave No Child Behind program that targets to pay capitation of Sh5,000 for some 40,000 day scholars in Mombasa schools.

His sentiments come barely a week after the deputy president Rigathi Gachagua convened the Illicit Alcohol And Drug Eradication Conference in Mombasa.

The DP questioned why some leaders were absent during the conference saying this was an important forum to discuss and issue affecting a large population of the youth in the region.

Gachagua also questioned the silence of coast leaders over the drug menace in the region.

However, Nassir responded saying the government was insincere with the fight saying despite having intelligence and all the resources to arrest barons and peddlers, they had failed in their mandate.

He asked the national government to stop lying to Mombasa people issuing empty threats and warnings, and instead take action and parade the people they suspect to be behind the vice before the public.

‘Don’t come here and threaten us, we want to see action. We must speak the truth, enough of empty rhetoric, we want to see action,” Nassir said.

The governor said that almost every family in Mombasa has been affected by the menace and as such the time of using the agenda to insult coast leaders was over and action must be taken.

"Almost every family in Mombasa has been affected with the drug issue, even I lost my own brother to drugs. We will not continue to allow people speak with no action, don’t say you were not in government in the previous regime, you are now in power, take action,” he said.

Likoni MP Mishi Mboko told off the DP saying that he was politicizing the matter at the expense of Mombasa people who have been adversely affected by the vice.

Mboko said that she has been giving intelligence to officers, but no action has ever been taken alleging that some officers are beneficiaries of proceeds from drugs.

“Your officers know where drugs are sold, every now and then I give your officers intelligence about were drugs are sold but no action is taken”

‘Do you want me to take cuffs and arrest them myself?” she posed.

She expressed disappointment that the government wit trained officers and all the tools at their disposal, have failed to make any major arrests.

"It is a shame that officers trained by taxpayers money and with a lot of intelligence yet they don’t take action,” she said.

“Unless you want to politicize the issue of drugs, if not you have the capacity to zero rate the drugs issue in Kenya,”Mboko said.

The port of Mombasa today (Thursday) received the longest ever container ship, Mv MSC Kotka.

The ship docked at the port minutes after 10am from the port of Durban.

Speaking after receiving the ship, Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) General Manager cargo operations Sudi Mwasinago said the arrival of the ship at the port testifies the efficiency of the port.

"This ship does not go to just any port, it goes to a port which is efficient and can handle the amount of cargo that it carries and this tells you how efficient our port is" said Mwasinago.

Adding " The ship is not going to discharge anything, she is going to load 5,8777 containers, that's a very big volume".

Mwasinago credited the investment at the port to its efficiency and confidence from customers.

" This is the largest ship that we have ever received here at the port. At the moment the port boasts of 100 capacity of 47,000 containers. Last year we handled the total tonnage of 35.9 million tonnes, that was a growth of 6.2% from 2022 when we handled 33.8 million tonnes" noted Mwasinago.

"In the containers side last year we did 1,623,080 tus of containers compared to 2022 when we did 1,450,000 tus this was a record growth of 12%".

The ship which next port of call is Abu Dhabi is 318 metres long with a tonnage of 130,000 tonnes.

Amalia Maliaka, a remarkable nine-year-old from Adelaide, Australia, has been creating ripples of change in the realms of arts and philanthropy, particularly in Kenya.

Having commenced her entrepreneurial journey at the tender age of six, Amalia has captivated audiences worldwide with her inspiring story of generosity and innovation.

On the 29th of February 2024 Amalia will be part of a global conference focusing on entrepreneurship and sustainability bringing people from all over Africa to the event.

Featured on SBS Insight and celebrated in the bestselling book "The Barefoot Kids," Amalia has gained recognition for her extraordinary dedication to paying her profits forward to children in resource-poor communities in Kenya.

In January of 2023, Amalia, along with her brother and their Australian mother, relocated to Kenya to further expand her philanthropic efforts.

Building upon their previous work, in 2019, they established two schools that have since provided education to approximately 350 children.

Now, Amalia is embarking on an ambitious new project: Solar Media.

This ground-breaking device, conceived and designed in Kenya, promises to revolutionize education by providing children and adults alike with access to a comprehensive primary curriculum and vocational training.

Powered entirely by the sun, Solar Media offers cost-effective, sustainable education directly in the palm of one's hand.

Through Solar Media, individuals in remote and underserved communities will have the opportunity to learn essential skills such as hairdressing, farming, baking, and more.

This innovative approach to education not only addresses the pressing need for accessible learning resources but also champions environmental sustainability by harnessing renewable energy sources.

Amalia's vision for Solar Media represents a beacon of hope for millions around the world, demonstrating the profound impact that one young individual can make through passion, dedication, and a commitment to positive change.

Samsung Electronics has once again demonstrated its dominance in the global TV market, marking an unprecedented 18-year streak at the forefront of the industry.

Market research firm Omdia reported that Samsung has achieved a 30.1% share of the global TV market in 2023, reinforcing its status as the industry leader since 2006.

This success is largely due to the company’s strategic focus on premium and large-screen TV categories, driven by its cutting-edge QLED and OLED models.

Since its launch in 2017, Samsung’s QLED TV lineup, including the latest Neo QLED models, has surpassed cumulative sales of 40 million units. In 2023 alone, the QLED lineup achieved sales of 8.31 million units.

Kenyans are enjoying the unrivalled picture quality and sound excellence of the Neo QLED TV lineup launched locally in 2022.

Rahul Kochhar, Senior Business Leader, Consumer Electronics, Samsung Electronics East Africa Ltd said: “Our commitment to cutting-edge QLED and OLED models has been instrumental in maintaining our unrivalled position. We look forward to delivering even more exceptional experiences to our customers.”

Samsung asserted notable leadership in the premium TV sector – specifically for TVs over 75 inches and priced above $2,500 (Approximately KES 365,000).

The company has recorded an impressive 60.5% market share in terms of sales for TVs priced over $2,500, while also maintaining a lead with 33.9% sales share for TVs over 75 inches.

In addition, thanks to robust sales of 98-inch models, TVs over the 90-inch have maintained the lead with a 30.4% market share.

Samsung has also made significant strides in the OLED sector, building on its success in the ultra-large and high-end TV market.

The company’s OLED TV lineup recorded 1.01 million units sold in 2023, capturing a market share of 22.7%.

With the expanded OLED lineup in 2024, Samsung’s market share in the OLED sector is projected to surge in 2024.

"We are proud to be recognised as the market leader in the global TV sector for 18 consecutive years, a testament to the enduring trust and loyalty our customers place in Samsung,” stated SW Yong, President and Head of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics.

Adding“We are deeply committed to advancing the industry, moving beyond exceptional picture quality to offer more meaningful and valuable experiences.”

At CES 2024, Samsung Electronics unveiled the groundbreaking NQ8 AI Gen3 processor, heralding the start of the AI Screen Era.

The advancement in state-of-the-art chipsets and capabilities is set to redefine the smart TV domain, integrating sophisticated AI powered by Tizen OS to establish AI screens as center of the smart home innovation.

2024 is shaping up to be another year of significant innovation for Samsung.

With advancements in processors and cutting-edge AI features, Samsung is on course to further transform home entertainment and set new benchmarks in the TV industry.

Schneider Electric™ Kenya, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced the appointment of Ifeanyi Odoh, as its new Country President.

Ifeanyi joins Schneider Electric Kenya from South East Asia where he served as the Strategy and Transformation Leader in charge of Vietnam and Cambodia.

Ifeanyi is an experienced business leader who has taken an active role in incubating the Sustainability and New Energy Landscape concepts in the markets that he has served.

While in Vietnam, he delivered transformational priorities that established products such as e-Mobility and Energy as-a-Service delivering significant value to the business.

Prior to leading strategy in Vietnam and Cambodia, Ifeanyi worked as the Head of Offer Marketing & Business Development in Anglophone West Africa where he led and deployed the commercial actions and go-to-market strategies for Schneider Electric products, software, and services in the region.

Ifeanyi began his career in France as a Research Engineer, in the Strategy and Innovation department within Schneider Electric.

Speaking on the appointment, Devan Pillay, Anglophone Africa Cluster President, Schneider Electric said: “ Ifeanyi is a visionary strategist and transformational leader who has proven his capability in driving sustainable growth and innovation for the business. We are looking to tap into his expertise in the New Energy Landscape as we unlock new energy opportunities in the region.”

Carol Koech, the outgoing Country President will be stepping into a new role leading Sustainability Strategy for Schneider Electric in International Operations, a transition that will see her relocate to Dubai.

“I want to thank Carol for her valuable contributions to Schneider Electric Kenya over the past three (3) years,” said Devan Pillay.

Adding “During her tenure as the Country President, we made significant strides in streamlining operational excellence, and Carol’s steadfast leadership has been crucial to strengthening our foundation and positioning the company for our next growth phase.”

"As we say thank you and all the best to Carol, we welcome Ifeanyi into his new role and we look forward to tapping into the institutional knowledge and experience gained from the different Schneider Electric markets.” Continued Devan.

Speaking on the appointment, Ifeanyi said, “ I will be focused on working with the local team to deliver not just a step-up in business performance, but I will also look to establishing New Energy Concepts and Impact Entrepreneurship initiatives in the region.”

In today's world, where the pursuit of success often overshadows the quest for personal fulfilment, individuals like Maggie Mwende stand out as beacons of inspiration for Kenyans.

Maggie's story is not merely one of career achievements or familial responsibilities, it is a narrative of resilience, adaptation, and unwavering dedication to living life to the fullest.

As an advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a devoted mother, Maggie's journey from the courtroom to the digital realm of content creation is a testament to her ability to navigate the complexities of modern life with grace and determination.

In a recent interview, Maggie shares her insights into this transformative journey, offering a glimpse into the inner workings of her mind and the driving forces behind her remarkable success.

She recounts the pivotal moments that shaped her path, from taking a break from legal practice to explore her passion for content creation to the serendipitous convergence of her legal career and digital endeavours.

Maggie paints a picture of a woman who wears many hats with effortless poise and grace.

As an advocate of the High Court of Kenya, she brings a wealth of legal knowledge and expertise garnered over years of dedicated service.

Yet, her role as a mother to an adorable baby boy defines her identity and fuels her relentless pursuit of happiness and fulfilment. Within the intricate tapestry of motherhood, Maggie finds her greatest joy and her most profound sense of purpose.

She says, “I am passionate about content creation, focusing on day-to-day activities and homemaking.”

For Maggie, content creation is not merely a profession but a passion, a calling, and a means of self-expression.

From the outset, her content has been characterised by authenticity, relatability, and a genuine desire to connect with her audience on a deeper level.

Whether she's sharing cleaning tips, culinary delights, or heartfelt musings on motherhood, Maggie's content resonates with a diverse audience seeking inspiration, guidance, and companionship in the journey of life.

Central to Maggie's narrative is her classification of content, which transcends conventional labels to encompass the entirety of homemaking.

From the mundane to the extraordinary, Maggie's content offers a window into her world, inviting viewers to join her on a journey of discovery, growth, and transformation.

Her content is a reflection of her values, her beliefs, and her unwavering commitment to living life.

"My content creation journey was sparked during a break from practising law, and now, seamlessly blending my day-to-day activities with content creation, film my life as is, which has become my inspiration”.  

Yet, behind the scenes of Maggie's content creation journey lies a silent enabler - Samsung technology.

The partnership between Maggie and Samsung is not merely transactional; it is a symbiotic relationship rooted in shared values, goals, and a commitment to excellence.

Samsung technology empowers Maggie to elevate her content to new heights, providing her with the tools, resources, and support she needs to unleash her creativity and potential.

"When my nanny wants to do laundry using the Samsung washing machine, sometimes it may display an error related to water supply or something else. If I am not around, she calls me on the phone and notifies me about the issue. To solve this problem, I use the SmartThings app on my phone to send instructions remotely, and the machine starts washing the clothes, saving me the trouble of waiting until I am back home to deal with the washing machine in person. This has helped me a lot, as most of the time, I would have returned home from work in the evening to deal with laundry matters. I return to a clean house, which makes me happy.”

Maggie reveals that she shops for groceries every two weeks thanks to the Samsung bespoke 317-litre fridge with a spacious design packed with innovative features.

This fridge keeps her food fresh longer, reducing the need for frequent trips to the supermarket.

This allows her to focus on what matters most - spending time with her family.

“By the way, from my experience as a mother-of-one, if you're part of a baby shower group or an expecting mom, I highly recommend getting a Samsung washing machine. Additionally, if possible, consider getting two Samsung fridges; one for a refrigerator and the other as a freezer for storing breast milk. These fridges can easily be converted to suit either use case.”

With its stunning clarity and immersive sound, the Samsung TV transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences, bringing joy, laughter, and entertainment into Maggie's home.

As she gathers with her loved ones to watch their favourite shows or movies, the Samsung TV becomes a focal point, a source of inspiration, and a catalyst for creating lasting memories.

“I had a change of perspective about smart living when I learned that Samsung TV comes with a solar-powered remote control and can be charged using USB-C. I no longer worry about my child putting dangerous remote batteries in his mouth. Plus, this feature saves me a lot of money on new batteries I would have to buy every few weeks.”

As Maggie reflects on her journey with Samsung, she acknowledges that she continues to uncover new features and functionalities that enhance her daily routine, making life easier, more enjoyable, and more fulfilling.

As she navigates the ever-changing landscape of modern life, Maggie remains steadfast in her pursuit of balance, fulfilment, and happiness, guided by the unwavering support of Samsung technology.

Celebrated hip-hop and lyrical sensation, COLLO, is set to host guest icons Nyashinski and Rawbar of the legenadary Kenyan rap trio, Kleptomaniax in a debute season of an online show dubbed, the E.A Flight.

It is a special chat and vibe session scheduled for this Thursday, February 29, 2024.

This will be a live meet and greet recorded event at 254 Beer District, Westlands and also streamed exclusively on COLLO's official social platforms.

COLLO first gained prominence in the industry with the award-winning group, Kleptomaniax, before venturing into a successful solo career and collaborations with other renowned artists.

His chart-toppers include hits like "Hii Ngoma" with Nikki, "Party Don’t Stop" with Camp Mulla, and "Bazokizo" with Bruz Newton.

Gearing for the upcoming E.A Flight show, COLLO, often hailed as the "king wa rap," expressed, "Last year one the world’s most influential cultures and musical genres of our time, Hip Hop turned 50. It’s impact to the global family has inspired the continent of Africa with today’s most sought after sound, Afro Beats which has a huge representation from West Africa and South Africa with Amapiano. There is an East African perspective and with Nairobi being the region’s business hub, a native story about the evolution of Africa’s pop culture is yet to be told. Enter, The E.A Flight #AfroEast.”

Beyond his musical accomplishments, COLLO has found success in various media and entertainment sectors, including roles as a radio and TV presenter and copywriting in advertising.

Anticipating the first episode of the chat and vibe with Nyashinki and Rawbar who kicked off their music careers together while still in Nairobi School.

They will take the audience on a journey back in time to experience the unique bond of brother hood in the Theme 29 Klepto-LOVE-Questions, an initimate Q and A session with the fans.

I&M bank has opened it's latest branch in Watamu, Kilifi as it intensifies its expansion drive in a bid to bring its products and services close to customers.

The opening of the new branch situated at the newly built Watamu Mall pushes the bank branches to 53.

The new branch targets the tourism activities and hotels in the area.

"As you are aware there are a lot of tourism activities here and that is our main target" said  I&M bank Coast Regional Manager James Ng'anga.

Adding" For us at I&M we don't offer just normal banking, we offer solutions".

On his part the bank Chief Executive Officer (C.E.O) Gul Khan said the opening of the bank is timely promising the residents and clients of personalised customer-first services.

"We are a bit late but better late than never. We are trying to grow by being different. We are doing what other banks are not doing, we are the only bank not charging for bank to mpesa transactions. We have the largest personal loan of 10 million most banks have 6 to 7 million, try us out" said Khan.

Adding "Watamu is really growing we are seeing that from our customers and that's means we need to grow here and offer more services to our customers"

Speaking at the launch, Watamu residents association Chairman Shariff Athman challenged other banks to also open branches in the area to increase competition.

"We need to see more banks opening branches here, this will create a healthy competition which is highly encouraged. We want to see Watamu grow when it comes to business" said Athman.

Early this month the bank opened its 52 branch in branch.

Now in its 50th year, I&M Bank  intends to grow its countrywide network guided by its iMara strategy that has prioritised expanding its retail services through initiatives such as new innovative retail products and expanding its credit facilities.

Among the services under the iMara strategy also includes introducing retail products, expanding its credit facilities, and eliminating Bank-to-MPESA transaction costs among others.

Last month, the lender announced that it was planning to open more branches this year spread across all the 47 counties.