Ommy Dallah
Shipeta replaces Auma at Haki Africa
Vocal political human rights crusader Shipeta Mathias has joined Haki Africa as a rapid response officer, a position that was left vacant after Francis Auma moved to Muhuri few months ago.
The position is the heart of the organisation and this appointment is a clear indication of the organisation having faith in youth leadership and new breed of human rights crusaders.
Before the appointment, Shipeta was the chief of staff in the office of former Mombasa Senator Hassan Omar. He was also a student leader at Kenyatta university.
He vied for the Jomvu parliamentary seat in the last general elections but lost to Badi Twalib.
Speaking to Ommy Dallah Shipeta confirmed his appointment stating " Yes, it's true. I applied for the position , was called for the interview and I passed".
"Currently as we are speaking am on my first assignment in Malindi" he added.
'Subira' set to premiere this Friday at Nyali cinemax Mombasa
Award winning Kenyan- Danish production 'Subira' is set to premiere this Friday at the Nyali cinemax Mombasa.
Fans will have an opportunity to interact and take photos with the cast at the red carpet beginning 8pm before the film starts showing at 8:45 pm according to a programme from the organisers.
some of the cast include Brenda Wairimu who stars as subira, Tirath Padam , Nice Githinji, and Melvin Alusa.
Subira which translates to patience in english is about a free-spirited young girl in Lamu who struggles to live out her unique dream of swimming , against local customs and an arranged upper-class marriage.. But does she have the courage to take her dream on, against all odds?.
According to the Director of the film Sippy Chadha, Subira’s story comes from a place of deep personal experience.
The film scooped 5 awards at the 2018 Kalasha film awards including Best feature film(Ravneet Sippy Chadha and Vibeke Muasya), Best Director(Ravneet Sippy Chadha), Best lighting technician (Saul Ogada), Best lead actress in a film( Brenda Wairimu) and Best editing (Roselidah Taabu & Terry Kelly).
The film was first screened as a short film in 2008 and did well Europe. It was also screened in Brussels as part of an African film festival.
Coke studio Africa reveals music acts drawn across the continent set to feature in new season hitting screen in 2019
Following a successful launch and the production of the 2019 edition of Coke Studio Africa in Nairobi - Kenya, the Coca-Cola Company unveils over 25 of Africa’s talented artists set to feature on the upcoming new season dubbed ‘Coke Studio Africa 2019’.
Music acts and producers drawn from Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Nigeria and other countries across Sub-Saharan Africa will set your mood right come next year, Feb 2019 when the show hits TV screens across the continent.
Once again, lovers of the show will experience new and exciting music fusions; from covers to throwbacks and original compositions.
As “Vimbada” Kenyan hitmaker Moji Short Baba will be making his Coke Studio Africa debut alongside Naiboi, currently riding high on his smash hit single “2 In 1’’ Kenyan hip-hop heavyweight Khaligraph Jones, recently crowned Best rapper in Africa at 2018 AFRIMMA awards will be making a return to the show for the second time.
From Tanzania, BET award-winner Rayvanny and top bongo balladist Nandy will grace the show for the second time.
Some exciting new comers on the show from Tanzania include Harmonize of the “Kwangaru’’ hit fame and celebrated bongo R&B sensation Juma Jux and Mdee Music signee Mimi Mars.
Uganda will be represented by top award-winning diva, Sheebah, returning on the show for her second time. She will be joined by popular Ugandan music acts such as Fik Fameica and King Saha.
A roaster of first timers on the show from Ethiopia includes celebrated songstress Mahlet, to seasoned crooners Bisrat, Abush Zekele, Yared Negu and Rophnan Nuri.
Video: Femi One is back with another banger- Tembe
Femi One is back with another club banger dubbed 'Tembe'
The audio has been produced by Magix Enga and video produced by Johnson Kyalo.
Watch the video below
Luqman Mahmoud to replace Mkalla Mwambodze at Bahari fm
Radio Rahma's reporter and sports presenter Luqman Mahmoud is set to join Bahari fm as a sports presenter.
According to a source, Luqman will be replacing veteran sports presenter and reporter Mkalla Mwambodze who has since shifted to mother station Radio Citizen.
Luqman who is mostly referred to as 'Captain Lolo' by his fans will be hosting kutubuti which runs every Monday to Friday from 9am to 10am.
The source also revealed that Luqman will be leaving Radio Rahma next week.
"This is his last week , he will be heading to Bahari fm next week". Said the source.
New Video : Vanessa Mdee ft Reekado Banks- Bambino
Tanzanian female singer Vanessa Mdee has just dropped her latest song form the album Monday albums.
The song is titled Bambino' and she featured Nigerian artist Reekado Banks.
Watch the video below
Quick 10: Stellah Charles, It Girl
My first phone was Q7. I was so fascinated in having a phone with a good camera although i was not on social media by then.
My favourite book, The Secret by Rhonda Byrne,the book is so inspiring and everyone should get it actually.
Honestly i don’t have a favourite movie but I enjoy watching dramatic genre kinda movies or series
Oh my, the list is endless. I love music, technically, I can listen to any kind of music so long as its good. But I love hous and soft rock.
local artist, sauti Sol, those guys have worked so hard as a group and they really inspire me a lot. That’s where “teamwork” applied.
International artist I think I don’t have a specific favourite artist, so long as an artist is nicely composed and had good music.
Blogging....mmmhhhh......i enjoy putting different outfits together to come up with a good look. Photoshoots,writing blog posts and interacting with my followers. When it comes to photoshoots, I enjoy exploring new venues and working with different photographers
I remember I used to write very long posts accompanied by lots of pictures. I did not know about blogging but i knew I wanted a website full of my pictures. Lol
So my friends supported, and I got a good web developer, photographer and designers
It’s easy, I do my shoots on weekends and write blog posts in the evening after school.
I share on social media anytime I am free as well as replying to mails and interacting with my followers.
Just understand your body type and know what outfits look good on you.
Get good designers or stylists.
A good make up artist, photographer and a web developer.
With the right team you will be good to go.
Mass water phobia, I reside in coast Kenya but honestly I can’t swim. I also think I have no interest in learning how to swim but I enjoy watching water sports
10....What would be your advice to the youths?
Be yourself and stay focused, dreams are valid.
Dj Deshal to host the Disco inferno at Sky bar
New video : Nyashinski- Finyo
Nyashinski has finally dropped the video to his 9th solo single 'Finyo'.
The audio Produced by: Cedric "Cedo" Kadenyi and video produced by Absolute Media Pictures. and directed by YNOT vs SIR-NARE.
watch the video below..
Quick 10: Liz Marami, Kenya's first female marine pilot
I'm more into old school Ragga and soul
I would really focus on education, as Nelson Mandela put it education is the most powerful weapon to change the world. So I'd key in more effort in infrastructure i.e school (classrooms, libraries e.t.c ) reason being yes free education is provided but do we have the appropriate infrastructure to accommodate these kids who are craving knowledge. Some schools are so poorly constructed such that if it rains, they can't go to school.
10....What would be your advice to the youths
