Mombasa based fast rising artist Masauti has just released his latest video.

The video titled 'Gaga' has been directed by Nezzoh Montana.

Watch it below

Thursday 25th October evening with its Spring Summer 2019 collection at Lagos Fashion Week. Although not new to Nigeria, this is the first time the heritage brand from Kenya is showing at the official Lagos Fashion Week.

KIKOROMEO, which means “Adams Apple” in Swahili, is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Having over 2 decades of design heritage, the brand is known for its timeless slow fashion pieces, which transcend fashion trends and show a perfection in fit.

Adopting a sustainable approach in everything it does, the brand works with urban and rural Kenyan and refugee artisans, encouraging them to constantly improve the quality of their products, and truly believes and adheres to a Made in Africa policy.

Iona McCreath, who has a degree in Sociology from London School of Economics and has a foundation diploma in Art and Design from Central Saint Martin’s just joined the brand.

Speaking about this latest collection Iona said, “I’ve tried to add a contemporary twist to the classic KIKOROMEO, through keen attention to styling. I love the looks, and I’m enjoying bringing a fresh eye to this quintessentially Kenyan brand”.

She is giving the brand a fresh interpretation, collaborating with hip hop artists such as musician Blinky Bill from Kenya and visual artist Papi from Senegal. These are both new generation artists at the front of the cutting edge of their industry, just as KIKOROMEO too is positioning itself at the cutting edge of contemporary fashion.

The hues of KIKOROMEO’s SS2019 menswear collection draw inspiration from the places where regal sands meet the vibrant oceans all around the African continent. Filled with golden browns to slate greys, accented with dusty beiges and sunshine yellows, with shades of marine blue that trail through all pieces.

The silhouettes include lightweight jackets, hand-painted shirts, suits and a stand-out scaled shirt as well as signature overalls for men and women, which are currently worn by the likes of Mr Eazi and Blinky Bill.

Mombasa based KTN senior news reporter Francis Mtalaki is now set to ditch the bachelors club.

The soft spoken journalist will be walking down the aisle with his better half Mary Mwakesi who has a vast interest in political science and public administration on December 1st in Mombasa.

The Coca-Cola Company, through their music flagship show, Coke Studio Africa, announce the return of a new season, set to air February 2019.

Production of Coke Studio Africa 2019 will commence at Super Sport Studios in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi starting first week of November 2018.

Coke Studio Africa Project Manager Andrew Endovo Alovi says, “We are excited to soon kick start the production of Coke Studio Africa 2019 expect an interesting twist of themes and musical fusions! The show has always been at the forefront of producing quality music while at the same time granting various artists across the continent mega exposure, and opportunities to collaborate among each other. They also get to work with some of the best local and international professionals in the music world.”

He adds "Much as the final list of artists participating will be unveiled in a few days, we are very excited that the pool of young and vibrant artists across the continent has significantly grown and we now have many stars to bring together to make amazing collaborations for the world to see and hear. The artists will be paired alongside Coke Studio Africa Super producers, who will then be tasked with engineering the show’s musical fusions and collaborations".

Monali Shah, Head of Content Excellence, for Coca-Cola Southern and East African Business Unit says, “We are very excited to have some new partners come on board to join us as we make great music from Africa to the world. Dusit D2 shall be our official hospitality partner for this new season. As a very progressive hotel that fully embraces the arts we are glad that they have come on board to join us in this journey.”

She adds, “Pace Africa, who design and manufacture an array of audio devices such as PACE FOCUS and PACE MATE will power up the sound for the season providing us with headphones and earphones both for the production and for some of our lucky consumers.”

South African production giant Mashoba Media has been given the task to put together the 2019 season working with a team of experts from around the continent.

“We are very excited to be back in Nairobi for one of our most favorite and challenging projects. We will focus on delivering world class quality in sound and picture as we tell stories from Africa through music,” says Tim Horwood the Executive Creative Director.

The official first episode of Coke Studio Africa 2019 is expected to air February 2019 but before then, the show will release exclusive and original content online and on TV themed for Christmas season.

Fast rising and talented artist Beryl Owano has released a new single titled “Utafilisika”.

“Utafilisika” has been produced by Boy David and was co –written by Beryl Owano and J Mbeki, visuals by upcoming video director Job Ng’weno.

Beryl explains her thought process behind the song saying: “A lot of people blame the ladies when the sponsor issue is raised leaving the sponsor out of the equation when in in reality both should be condemned and warned of the consequences of extra marital affairs on the family and society, the song is just my way of expressing how I feel about the whole issue and to also teach our young girls the importance of self-love and self-worth. 

Utafilisika is the 7^th single off her upcoming debut album set for release in 2019. Beryl is currently in the studio working on her album and will be unveiling plans for her brand soon. The song is now on boomplay, plans are underway to make it available to fans on all digital platforms,

Watch Utafilisika below

The Grammy-award winning music group Morgan Heritage and East Africa’s “Rolls Royce Musician” and MTV EMA Winner Diamond Platinumz are ready to make history once again! This time, alongside Ghanaian BET award-winner and Dancehall King: Stonebwoy.

They have just released their new song  “Africa Jamaica”—the lead single off their upcoming album set for release in 2019.

 Morgan Heritage flew all the way to Ghana, West Africa to shoot the music video music video, directed by Jordan Hoechlin and Morgan Heritage, with Stonebwoy and Diamond. On their way to Ghana Morgan Heritage also filmed some scenes in Cape Verde.

Last time Morgan Heritage and Diamond released their first collaboration it garnered more than 1 Million YouTube views in 24 hours. An official statement from Morgan Heritage touted the video as a “Must watch!”.

Watch the video below.

The provisional list of the 2018 SPL Awards nominees has been released, among those on the list is Bandari FC coach Bernarde Mwalala nominated in the Coach of the year category battling out with Dylan Kerr of Gor Mahia, Robert Matano (Tusker Fc), Danstan Nayudo ( Ulinzi stars) and John Baraza ( Sofapaka).

Bandari FC's defender Felly Mulumba has also been nominated as the Defender of the year.

The Awards will be held at the Kenya School of Government on Thursday 25th October.

Below is the full list.

MVP of the Year

1. Eric Kapaito Muugi – Kariobangi Sharks
2. Michael Madoya Idovolo – Zoo FC
3. Faruk Shikhalo – Bandari FC
4. Cliff Nyakeya – Mathare United
5. Felly Mulumba – Bandari

Golden Glove Award

1. Faruk Shikalo – Bandari
2. Patrick Matasi – Tusker FC
3. Kelvin Omondi – Sony Sugar FC
4. Mathias Kigonya – Sofapaka
5. Ezekiel Owade – AFC Leopards

Defender of the Year

1. Felly Mulumba – Bandari
2. Titus Achesa – Posta Rangers
3. Oliver Ruto = Ulinzi Stars
4. Harun Shakava – Gor Mahia
5. Joash Onyango – Gor Mahia

Midfielder of the Year

1. Cliff Nyakeya – Mathare United
2. Michael Madoya – Zoo FC
3. Elvis Nandwa – Ulinzi Stars
4. Marvin Nabwire – AFC Leopards
5. Whyvonne Isuza – AFC Leopards

Fairplay Player of the Year

1. Michael Madoya – Zoo FC
2. Eric Kapaito – Kariobangi Sharks
3. Felly Mulumba – Bandari FC
4. Pistone Mutamba – Sofapaka
5. Dennis Ombeva – Vihiga United

New Player of the Year

1. Eric Kapaito – Kariobangi Sharks
2. Pistone Mutamba – Sofapaka
3. Amos Kigadi – Vihiga United
4. Dennis Ombeva – Vihiga United
5. Marvin Nabwire – AFC Leopards

Coach of the Year

1. Dylan Kerr – Gor Mahia
2. Bernard Mwalala – Bandari
3. Robert Matano – Tusker FC
4. Danstan Nyaudo – Ulinzi Stars
5. John Baraza – Sofapaka

Team Manager of the Year

1. Dick Francis Onywera – Kariobangi Sharks
2. Vincent Okello – Mathare United
3. Emmanuel Geno – Sony Sugar
4. Christopher Ouma – Ulinzi Stars
5. Lazarus Yogo – Zoo FC

Most Improved Center Referee

1. Davies Omweno
2. Raymond Onyango
3. Badir Yasin
4. Andrew Juma
5. Israel Mpaima

Golden Boot Award

1. Eric Kapaito – Kariobangi Sharks
2. Elvis Rupia – Nzoia Sugar FC (Moved to Power Dynamos in Zambia)
3. Jacques Tuyisenge – Gor Mahia

Most Improved Assistant Referee

1. Gilbert Cheruiyot
2. Maryann Njoroge
3. Tony Kidiya
4. Stephen Yiembe
5. Oliver Odhiambo

Fairplay Club of the Year

1. Gor Mahia
2. Sofapaka FC
3. Kariobangi Sharks

Multi-talented Richie G, of the hit song Agenda featuring Naiboi is back with a new one titled Shida.

Richie, who is known for his mellow voice and creative lyrics has this time given his fans a mid tempo jam with subtle afro dancehall vibes. Shida will make you wanna dance the odi, the minute you hear it. 

Richie G has established himself as an audio producer, working on songs like “Body Fine” by Arrow Bwoy & KRG, “Life na Adabu” by King Kaka alongside Riccobeatz and many others. As an artiste he has 15 releases under his belt.

His incredible upbeat attitude and positive energy combine to make him one of the most sought after video producers in the business.

Watch the video below