A power black out has hit the Coast region counties , Mombasa, Kilifi, Kwale , Tana River and Lamu following a fire incident which occurred at the Rabai Substation today (Saturday) morning.

According to a statement from Kenya Power and Lighting the fire has since been contained. The cause of the fire has not yet been stated.

Taita Taveta is the only county that has not been affected by the outage.

"Our engineers are on site to assess the extent of the damage and restore normal electricity supply as soon as possible" reads the statement.

Adding " We regret any inconvenience caused by the incident".

Tanzanian comedian and actor Idris Sultan is set to make his first appearance on Netflix 

Idris will be making his debut through the film 'Slay'.

He will be the first Tanzanian actor to appear on Netflix.

'Slay' which is set for premier on April 26, is about a group of tech savvy individuals who juggle intimate encounters, first impressions and romantic opportunities in pursuit of both validation and validation.

Other casts in the film include  Ramsey Noah, Enhle Mbali, Tumi Morake, Dawn Thandeka King, Lilian Dube among others. The film has been produced by multiple award winning Nigerian filmmaker Elvis Chucks.

Idris who is also the 2014 Big Brother Africa-Hotshots winner has continued to grow his name in the craft since he first stepped into screen in 2014 through the film 'Kiumeni'.

Among those who have so far come out to congratulate him in his new step is Tanzania's Minister of Information , Culture , Arts and Sports Innocent Bashungwa.

"Hongera sana Idris, sky is the limit" posted Bashungwa.

Kenya Film and Classification Board (KFCB) Boss Dr. Ezekiel Mutua has invited Kisii gospel musician Embarambamba for a talk, noting that he does not have to engage in theatrics and social media drama for likes and following.

This is after the controversial musician called on Mutua to support his talent and not criticise him.

Appearing on The Trend on Friday night, Embarambamba noted that his theatrics are due to poverty.

“Badala ya Ezekiel Mutua kunikashifu, angesupport talent yangu… Support my talent,” he said.

In his response Mutua said "“Embarambamba on the Trend on NTV, says his theatrics are because of poverty. He's asking for help. Bro come, let's talk. You don't have to do this madness for likes on social media. Come let's find a way out. You sound ok, but your theatrics are embarrassing & must be moderated,”

Few days ago, Mutua took to social media calling for someone to help Embarambamba raising concern over his safety.

“I have a feeling that Embarambara is a danger to himself and that his fans could be cheering him to self-destruction. Is this style sustainable? Is it even sane? Unless he’s superhuman, this guy will hurt himself. Someone, please stop him!” he tweeted.

Ghanian actress and socialite Rosemond Brown popularly known as Akuapem Poloo has been slapped with a three- month jail term for posting obsence materials on social media.

The conviction on Friday comes after she posted a naked picture with her son on Instagram celebrating his seventh birthday.

On Wednesday, She pleaded guilty to all three charges and was convicted on her own plea by the court though she had initially pleaded not guilty. She also underwent a pregnancy test before her sentencing, iot turned out negative.

The pictures attracted comments, adding that the behaviour of the accused person was likely to detract from the dignity of her seven-year-old son among others.

The complainant in the case was Bright Appiah, the Director of Child Rights International Ghana.

The child’s right activist petitioned the police after the photo went viral on social media, and the matter was referred to the Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU).

According to the prosecution, on June 30 2020, Rosemond celebrated her son’s seventh birthday by taking nude pictures together with her son who was also half-naked.

The prosecution said Rosemund after her arrest in 2020 admitted posting the nude picture with her son but insisted she did so unintentionally.

The pictures attracted comments, adding that the behaviour of the accused person was likely to detract from the dignity of her seven-year-old son among others.

Handing her judgement, Judge Christina Cann bemoaned the spate of nudity on the Ghanaian social media space.

According to her, the punishment meted out to Rosemond Brown must serve as a deterrent to others.

Miss Brown’s lawyers say they plan to appeal the sentence.

Nigerian singer-songwriter Tay Iwar has dropped his hotly anticipated new EP ‘Love & Isolation’, out 16th April 2021.

Amidst a chaotic world forced into lockdown, ‘Love & Isolation’ is a deeply personal EP and an ode to self-healing.

The release sees Tay produce three of its five tracks, with Jeffrey Rashad and Insightful co-producing the other two.

The new EP also signifies a sonic shift for Tay towards a more romance-tinged R&B vibe, with opener and new single “YOGA” feat. Asa, a smooth, seductive slow jam, perfectly encapsulating this.

“STONES” feat. Xenia Manasseh is a more sombre, heartfelt affair, as is the downbeat charm of “FEEL” feat. Lou Val & Insightful.

Next up is the reflective but majestic ballad “THINKING” before recent single “PEAKING” closing things out with the kind of energy that typifies the EP - smooth, soulful and emotionally driven.

‘Love & Isolation’ is a mature, contemplative release, representing a new chapter in the ever-diversifying story of Tay Iwar.

Tay says, “Love & Isolation is the transition from an era to another era for me,” explaining, “There's almost nothing linking this project to the last one, besides me, the artist because this is a slow style, more romantic than I’ve ever done before.

The intention is for people to feel and tap into yourself. It’s a perfect self-healing EP post-pandemic.”

Dubbed ‘Nigeria’s most reclusive musician’ by OkayAfrica, Tay Iwar is an artist, singer-songwriter, sound engineer and record producer who shot to fame in 2014 with acclaimed debut EP ‘Passport’.

A key player in the nation’s alté scene, he followed this up with his debut album ‘Gemini’ in 2019, released in partnership with Soulection, and ‘Gold’, the 8-track collaborative EP alongside Le Mav.

Having since produced and featured on tracks for Odunsi (The Engine), Lady Donli, Santi and Juls to name a few, the Nigerian has received support from Complex, Clash, Beats1 Radio and Rinse FM among several prominent platforms.

Nissan is thrilled to announce the introduction of the Nissan Magnite, a compact SUV.

The much-awaited B-Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) speaks to Nissan’s relentless crossover spirit of innovation and style which makes the launch concept a fitting one for this bold, beautiful and ‘charismatic’ game-changing SUV. 

The much-awaited B-Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) speaks to Nissan’s relentless crossover spirit of innovation and style which makes the launch concept a fitting one for this bold, beautiful and ‘charismatic’ game-changing SUV. 

It is now available for sale in South Africa.

The much-awaited B-Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) speaks to Nissan’s relentless crossover spirit of innovation and style which makes the launch concept a fitting one for this bold, beautiful and ‘charismatic’ game-changing SUV. 

“In line with Nissan’s philosophy of continuous innovation and enriching experiences, we thought it fitting to have a launch that supports this narrative. Our market is bold, self-driven with go-for-it attitudes aligning to what the Nissan Magnite embodies. We are excited to finally have the Nissan Magnite on our South African shores and we cannot wait for you to experience it for yourself,” said Stefan Haasbroek, Nissan South Africa Marketing Director. 

True to Nissan’s global SUV DNA of advanced technology, the Nissan Magnite comes with numerous first-in-class and best-in-segment features that will provide customers with a differentiated, innovative, and accessible experience. 

It features latest technology as a part of Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM), Nissan’s vision of how vehicles are powered, driven, and integrated into society. This includes an impressive 8-inch full flash touch screen with best-in-class wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay compatible with the latest devices to ensure every journey is a first-class experience.

Built for those who take charge of every journey, the car has the sleekest headlamps assembled in its class with lightsaber-style turn indicators, while its L-shape LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and dominating front grille is unlike any other design in the B-SUV segment. When it comes to the interiors, the all-new Nissan Magnite has achieved the best level of packaging and seating comfort.

A first in its segment, the all-new Nissan Magnite is also equipped with one of Nissan’s top support technology, the Around View Monitor (AVM), which gives the driver a virtual bird’s eye view from above the vehicle.

With high strength and impact absorbing efficient body structure, the Magnite is equipped with safety features such as Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Traction Control System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), speed sensing door lock, central locking and SRS dual airbag system with pretension and load limiter seatbelt for driver and passenger.

Since it launched globally, the Nissan Magnite has already received a few accolades including ‘Top Gear India compact SUV of the year’ and Autocar India ‘Value for Money Car of the Year’ award. It has been the front runner in the Nissan India family with 4,244 units bought in February 2021, and over 50,000 bookings since the launch.

A feature-rich premium vehicle with a stylish design for a strong and dynamic road presence, Nissan Africa is excited to see how the Nissan Magnite will be received and has no doubt that the praises will be echoed in South Africa.

“In line with Nissan’s philosophy of continuous innovation and enriching experiences, we thought it fitting to have a launch that supports this narrative. Our market is bold, self-driven with go-for-it attitudes aligning to what the Nissan Magnite embodies. We are excited to finally have the Nissan Magnite on our South African shores and we cannot wait for you to experience it for yourself,” said Stefan Haasbroek, Nissan South Africa Marketing Director. 

True to Nissan’s global SUV DNA of advanced technology, the Nissan Magnite comes with numerous first-in-class and best-in-segment features that will provide customers with a differentiated, innovative, and accessible experience. It features latest technology as a part of Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM), Nissan’s vision of how vehicles are powered, driven, and integrated into society. This includes an impressive 8-inch full flash touch screen with best-in-class wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay compatible with the latest devices to ensure every journey is a first-class experience.

Built for those who take charge of every journey, the car has the sleekest headlamps assembled in its class with lightsaber-style turn indicators, while its L-shape LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and dominating front grille is unlike any other design in the B-SUV segment. When it comes to the interiors, the all-new Nissan Magnite has achieved the best level of packaging and seating comfort.

A first in its segment, the all-new Nissan Magnite is also equipped with one of Nissan’s top support technology, the Around View Monitor (AVM), which gives the driver a virtual bird’s eye view from above the vehicle.

With high strength and impact absorbing efficient body structure, the Magnite is equipped with safety features such as Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Traction Control System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), speed sensing door lock, central locking and SRS dual airbag system with pretension and load limiter seatbelt for driver and passenger.

Since it launched globally, the Nissan Magnite has already received a few accolades including ‘Top Gear India compact SUV of the year’ and Autocar India ‘Value for Money Car of the Year’ award. It has been the front runner in the Nissan India family with 4,244 units bought in February 2021, and over 50,000 bookings since the launch.

A feature-rich premium vehicle with a stylish design for a strong and dynamic road presence, Nissan Africa is excited to see how the Nissan Magnite will be received and has no doubt that the praises will be echoed in South Africa.

The much-awaited B-Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) speaks to Nissan’s relentless crossover spirit of innovation and style which makes the launch concept a fitting one for this bold, beautiful and ‘charismatic’ game-changing SUV. 

“In line with Nissan’s philosophy of continuous innovation and enriching experiences, we thought it fitting to have a launch that supports this narrative. Our market is bold, self-driven with go-for-it attitudes aligning to what the Nissan Magnite embodies. We are excited to finally have the Nissan Magnite on our South African shores and we cannot wait for you to experience it for yourself,” said Stefan Haasbroek, Nissan South Africa Marketing Director. 

True to Nissan’s global SUV DNA of advanced technology, the Nissan Magnite comes with numerous first-in-class and best-in-segment features that will provide customers with a differentiated, innovative, and accessible experience.

It features latest technology as a part of Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM), Nissan’s vision of how vehicles are powered, driven, and integrated into society. This includes an impressive 8-inch full flash touch screen with best-in-class wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay compatible with the latest devices to ensure every journey is a first-class experience.

Built for those who take charge of every journey, the car has the sleekest headlamps assembled in its class with lightsaber-style turn indicators, while its L-shape LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and dominating front grille is unlike any other design in the B-SUV segment. When it comes to the interiors, the all-new Nissan Magnite has achieved the best level of packaging and seating comfort.

A first in its segment, the all-new Nissan Magnite is also equipped with one of Nissan’s top support technology, the Around View Monitor (AVM), which gives the driver a virtual bird’s eye view from above the vehicle.

With high strength and impact absorbing efficient body structure, the Magnite is equipped with safety features such as Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Traction Control System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), speed sensing door lock, central locking and SRS dual airbag system with pretension and load limiter seatbelt for driver and passenger.

Since it launched globally, the Nissan Magnite has already received a few accolades including ‘Top Gear India compact SUV of the year’ and Autocar India ‘Value for Money Car of the Year’ award. It has been the front runner in the Nissan India family with 4,244 units bought in February 2021, and over 50,000 bookings since the launch.

A feature-rich premium vehicle with a stylish design for a strong and dynamic road presence, Nissan Africa is excited to see how the Nissan Magnite will be received and has no doubt that the praises will be echoed in South Africa.

“In line with Nissan’s philosophy of continuous innovation and enriching experiences, we thought it fitting to have a launch that supports this narrative. Our market is bold, self-driven with go-for-it attitudes aligning to what the Nissan Magnite embodies. We are excited to finally have the Nissan Magnite on our South African shores and we cannot wait for you to experience it for yourself,” said Stefan Haasbroek, Nissan South Africa Marketing Director. 

True to Nissan’s global SUV DNA of advanced technology, the Nissan Magnite comes with numerous first-in-class and best-in-segment features that will provide customers with a differentiated, innovative, and accessible experience. It features latest technology as a part of Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM), Nissan’s vision of how vehicles are powered, driven, and integrated into society. This includes an impressive 8-inch full flash touch screen with best-in-class wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay compatible with the latest devices to ensure every journey is a first-class experience.

Built for those who take charge of every journey, the car has the sleekest headlamps assembled in its class with lightsaber-style turn indicators, while its L-shape LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and dominating front grille is unlike any other design in the B-SUV segment. When it comes to the interiors, the all-new Nissan Magnite has achieved the best level of packaging and seating comfort.

A first in its segment, the all-new Nissan Magnite is also equipped with one of Nissan’s top support technology, the Around View Monitor (AVM), which gives the driver a virtual bird’s eye view from above the vehicle.

With high strength and impact absorbing efficient body structure, the Magnite is equipped with safety features such as Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Traction Control System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), speed sensing door lock, central locking and SRS dual airbag system with pretension and load limiter seatbelt for driver and passenger.

Since it launched globally, the Nissan Magnite has already received a few accolades including ‘Top Gear India compact SUV of the year’ and Autocar India ‘Value for Money Car of the Year’ award. It has been the front runner in the Nissan India family with 4,244 units bought in February 2021, and over 50,000 bookings since the launch.

A feature-rich premium vehicle with a stylish design for a strong and dynamic road presence, Nissan Africa is excited to see how the Nissan Magnite will be received and has no doubt that the praises will be echoed in South Africa.

Another nurse from Port Reitz hospital Mombasa has succumbed to Covid-19.

Mr. Brown Kupila Sanga died at Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital on Wednesday evening.

In his condolence message Mombasa Governor Hassan Joho eulogised him as a dependable coworker.

"It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the tragic loss of Mr. Brown Kupila Sanga ,who was a nurse stationed at the Port Reitz Mental Hospital, due to Covid-19 complications" reads part of the message from Joho.

"He fought very bravely but unfortunately he succumbed to the disease last night. He was known to approach his duties with alot of zeal and a thorough professionalism. He was a dependable coworker and wa loved by his colleagues."

He prayed for comfort for her family and colleagues.

In November 2020 Margaret Mwadime from Port Reitz also succumbed to the deadly virus.

Meanwhilethe country has recorded 1,091 new cases of Covid-19, bringing the case load to 149,219.

This was a sample size of 5,958 recording a positivity rate of 18.3 per cent.

According to Health CAS Rashid Aman there are 1,603 patients currently admitted in various hospitals across the country. Another, 5,567 patients are on the home-based care programme.A total of 261 patients are in ICU, out of which 44 are on ventilatory support.

The CAS further stated that 616,166 people have been vaccinated with the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Ugandan comedian Anne Kansiime is expecting her first child with singer Kantu Skylanta.

The comedian broke the news to fans on instagram.

“I have been looking for the perfect way to break it to you my dearest Ninjas that soon my Kantu @skylantagram and I shall have a little Ninja added on to our family and i thooooought and thought, what better way!!" she posted.

Adding " I have really missed you Ninjas. And there is so much to tell you, my head spins from not knowing where to start.”

On his part and elated Skylanta posted "The perfect way to celebrate my 30th birthday!

Kansiime broke up with her husband of 4 years Gerald Ojok sometime in 2017.

Mombasa based singer Chikuzee has said that God spoke to him about drinking alcohol and smoking marijuana.

In an interview with Radio Maisha's Mwende Macharia, Chikuzee said he has now stopped drinking alcohol and smoking marijuana.

"It reached a time God spoke to me about this and I decided to leave all that. It was like God was telling me to redirect my energy and time elsewhere, building my talent. " he said.

Adding "So many people are wondering why I only drink Redbull nowadays,  but that's me now"

In the interview Chikuzee also spoke about his past relationship with God.

"Growing up I used to pray and fast alot. I think this is the reason why God blessed me with many talents."

On why some artists and celebrities indulge themselves in alcohol and drugs, he said "Most iof them think it's fashion. The money that comes with fame also contributes to this and pressure from those who sorround them"