The highly anticipated Kenyan drama series ‘Kash Money’ has premiered on Netflix.

This follows an exclusive premiere event featuring the stellar cast amongst media and celebrity guests at Century Cinemax, Two Rivers Mall held on Wednesday 29th Jan 2025.

Centered around a powerful family dynasty, the show boasts a stellar cast, featuring acclaimed actors John Sibi-Okumu, Sanaipei Tande, Amara Tari, Lenana Kariba, Makbul Mohamed, Janet Mbugua, Morris Mwangi, Dedan Juma, Joey Muthengi, Oliver Litondo, Shiv Singh, Ronnie Kariuki and Anastaciah Liz Wamoro.

Produced and directed by Phil Bresson and Grace Kahaki of Insignia Productions, ‘Kash Money’ tells the story of a Kenyan billionaire consumed by his obsession with wealth, to the detriment of his family’s foundation.

As his pursuit of power and riches takes precedence, it ultimately leads to his downfall. Following his demise, dark secrets about his family and business dealings come to light, unraveling a web of betrayal and hidden truths.

Grace Kahaki says, “Kash Money is an African tale. It’s relatable because we want to talk about the importance of family, and how families can be torn apart by money if you don’t have your paperwork in order. Greed is a human condition and the show illustrates that dark side of letting it consume you,”

Adding on the cast, “We worked with a wide variety of upcoming actors and industry legends! It was a long process and we believe we ended up with a perfect ensemble that really showcased the best of Kenyan talent. We are honored that our cast chose Insignia Productions!”

At the heart of ’Kash Money’ is the enigmatic figure of Joe Njenga, played by John Sibi-Okumu, a charismatic man who seemingly has it all—wealth, power and a picture-perfect family.

But beneath this polished exterior lies a tangled web of resentment, hidden motives and secrets that threaten to tear the family apart.

Joe’s sudden and suspicious death sets off a chain of shocking events and mystery of who committed the crime and why. 

There’s a startling twist in his will that pushes the Njenga family to the brink.

His daughter Kate, played by Amara Tari, harbors deep resentment towards her father for standing in the way of her true love.

She grapples with conflicted emotions, torn between her love for her family and her desire for justice. Georgina, played by Sanaipei Tande, Joe's disillusioned wife, is drawn into a dangerous game of deceit as her risky extramarital affair begins to unravel.

With her marriage crumbling and secrets mounting, Georgina faces a tough choice between loyalty and self-preservation.

Adding to the drama is Christian, played by Morris Mwangi, Joe’s illegitimate son and a ruthless killer.

Unaware of his true parentage, Christian is unexpectedly drawn into the family saga. When he discovers his father’s identity, he becomes consumed by a thirst for revenge, transforming into an unpredictable and dangerous force amid the escalating conflict.

'Kash Money’ unravels a web of secrets, betrayal and dark family dynamics. 

It also delves into complex themes such as greed, secrets and lust, exploring the lengths people will go to for money, and the impact of unexpected inheritance.

The series dives deep into the psychological tensions and emotional turmoil that arise as each family member navigates a landscape filled with suspicion, betrayal and danger.

As secrets come to light and the stakes rise, the Njenga family’s once-perfect world will be torn apart in ways no one could have imagined. 

Through six episodes, ‘Kash Money’ offers a thrilling exploration of family dynamics and power struggles, where alliances are forged and broken and the truth slowly emerges from the shadows.

Each episode builds suspense, revealing the dark undercurrents that define the Njenga family’s complicated relationships.

‘Kash Money’ promises to captivate audiences and keep them on the edge of their seats.

Moreover, prepare for cutting-edge visual effects created by Hollywood VFX artist Milton Francisco Letteri renowned for work on the ‘Secret Headquarters’ film and the series: ‘Godfather of Harlem’ and ‘The Resident’. 

'Kash Money’ is a reflection of the real Nairobi, delving into the contrasting worlds of the wealthy elite and the relentless hustlers.

Offering a raw and gripping exploration of Nairobi’s complex social dynamics, this Kenyan drama series is poised to be one of the standout African series of 2025.

The Lions Club of Cargen has visited Kenyatta National Hospital’s paediatric cancer ward 1E. The club donated foodstuff, electrical items, mosquito nets, among other items during the visit. Members used the event to spend quality time and hand over assorted gifts with the 28 young patients.

Lions Club of Nairobi Cargen draws its membership from members of staff of Car & General and Cummins C&G. The club, which received its charter in 2022 is the only corporate club of the Lions Club International.

Speaking at the event, Lion Victor Owuor, the President of the Lions Club of Nairobi Cargen said, “C&G through the Lions Club of Nairobi Cargen is dedicated to making the world a better place to live in by contributing to the well-being of communities. We endeavour to support vulnerable groups in society. ”

Car & General is a diversified distributor of motorcycles, three wheelers, tractors, forklifts, generators, earthmovers among other equipment in East Africa.

Kenya is losing 9 women daily to cervical cancer as statistics show over 3000 die annually due to the disease that has been categorised as the world’s second killer disease.

Consequently, there are 5226 new cases of cervical cancer reported yearly in Kenya.

Worldwide, 10 million people die because of cervical cancer.

The Kenyan government says these statistics are too grim as the ministry of health now emphasises on more screening and early treatment to combat the rising cases that are now robbing the country of productive women.

According to the ministry of health, there are worrying statistics that show the diagnosis of cervical cancer to women, more so at a late stage spells doom for them.

Speaking in Nyandarua county where the country converged to mark the world cervical day after a month’s work of advocacy for women to get screened, stakeholders who have come together to advocate for the elimination of cervical cancer in Kenya, say it is the only cancer that could be eliminated as some countries in Europe have successfully done so.

Public Health Principal secretary Mary Muthoni urged Women in the country to embrace early screening.

"Please ensure you go for early screening, we are losing many Women to this disease. Personally I lost a sister last year, she was diagnosed with this disease while it was already at stage 4, it had reached to a stage where I could not even help her with my position, it was too late" said Muthoni.

Adding" Lets ignore these stereotypes that when you are put in the screening machines but things will happen to you, let us now get serious."

PS Mary Muthoni noted that the ministry has also embarked on a programme targeting 14-year-old school going girls for vaccination as they are also at risk.

She further urged community health promoters to urge more women in rural areas to turn up for screening, which is now free, to ascertain their health status and get treatment.

"The Government is enhancing access to essential cancer services, shifting from a curative focus to prevention and health promotion, and taking services closer to the people through the deployment of Community Health Promoters."

The Ministry of Health has reported a rise in Social Health Authority (SHA) registration, with over 18.5 million Kenyans now enrolled.

Mombasa County has recorded a 58% increase in just eight days, the highest in the country.

During a media briefing today Director General for Health, Dr. Patrick Amoth, attributed the growth to the Rapid Results Initiative (RRI), which has leveraged schools, community health promoters, and local leaders to drive registration efforts.

“Mombasa’s progress shows that targeted, community-driven strategies can effectively increase SHA enrollment. We encourage other counties to adopt similar approaches to expand access to healthcare,” said Dr. Amoth.

With 43.5% of its population now registered, Mombasa is setting an example as the Ministry of Health continues efforts to ensure universal health coverage across the country.

Early this month, Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir launched the SHA mass registeration exercise which is currently ongoing across the county.

The Rabbit is back with a bang! King Kaka's latest release, Unseen Guest, is a reminder that his pen game remains as sharp as ever.

Packed with razor-sharp punchlines stretching from here to Timbuktu and back, this track is a bold statement to his fans and industry peers alike.

Since its release two days ago, Unseen Guest has sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans, with many drawing comparisons to King Kaka’s classic hits like Adisia, Mistarillionaire, and Swahili Shakespeare.

The track, produced by Big Vinny of Jadi, embodies the lyrical depth, storytelling prowess, and poetic mastery that solidified his place as one of Kenya’s greatest hip-hop artists.

“The energy, the wordplay, the storytelling – Unseen Guest is me at my core. I wanted to remind people why they fell in love with the King Kaka and Rabbit sound in the first place,” said King Kaka.

The song’s reception has been electric, with fans celebrating its authenticity and lyrical excellence across social media platforms.

King Kaka continues to redefine the Kenyan hip-hop landscape, proving that real rap lives on. Unseen Guest is now available on all major streaming platforms.

An uneasy calm has settled over Goma after several days of deadly violence between combatants.

Heavy shelling and intense fighting forced tens of thousands of people many of whom were already displaced due to earlier conflict to flee once again.The intense clashes in Goma and its surrounding areas over the past week have further deepened the already dire humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Maina Kingori, Acting Country Director for CARE DRC, witnessed heart-wrenching scenes of people escaping the fighting.

"I’ve seen large numbers of people lining the sides of the roads carrying their belongings—mattresses, buckets, and household items—on their backs or bicycles, fleeing for their lives. Families are leaving camps, fearing that the bombs will reach them. From one of my colleagues, I heard of two brothers who were severely injured when a bomb exploded near their shelter— both suffering life-threatening injuries, one losing his leg. This conflict is not just displacing people; it’s shattering lives and communities."

Heavy artillery fire in and around Goma has been causing widespread fear and psychological distress.

“The fear, anxiety, and mental anguish are palpable in the region. The constant sound of artillery has been traumatizing,” Kingori shared.

“For children, the fear of bombs falling nearby, and the uncertainty of safety create mental anguish that is difficult to overcome. Women are left carrying the burden of keeping their families safe while enduring the risk and fear of further violence.”

DRC is grappling with a decades-long crisis, leaving communities in a state of perpetual insecurity and vulnerability.

Over 6 million people are displaced, with recent hostilities exacerbating their plight. North Kivu, where Goma is located, hosted over 2.7 million Internally Displaced Persons. Since the beginning of the year, over 400,000 have been displaced due to conflict.

Even before the recent escalation of fighting in Goma, IDP camps were already overcrowded as families fled ongoing violence in surrounding villages Over the past few days, more makeshift shelters on steep hillsides are visible; schools are being used as temporary accommodations for those displaced.

This all underscores the desperate need for stability.  In this environment, women and girls continue to face heightened risks of gender-based violence, including sexual violence by armed combatants. Sexual violence has been a devastating weapon of war that has seen women lose their lives after being assaulted. 

CARE’s programs in the DRC, which focus on economic empowerment, providing essential food, and medical supplies, and supporting the most vulnerable, especially women and girls, have been so heavily affected.

“Even before this escalation, our teams and partners faced significant challenges accessing communities in need due to road blockages and insecurity. However, with the recent intensification of violence, these challenges have greatly increased. In some cases, we are taking routes twice as long, even crossing into Uganda, to deliver supplies to health facilities. The humanitarian need is immense, but so are the barriers to reaching those in need,” said Kingori.

CARE urgently calls for the immediate cessation of hostilities, the protection of civilians caught up in the fighting, unhindered humanitarian access, and the meaningful inclusion and participation of women and girls and women-led and women’s rights organizations in the humanitarian response.

"We cannot stand by as women and children bear the brunt of this protracted crisis," Kingori added. "Every effort must be made to protect lives, ensure access to humanitarian aid, and uphold human dignity."

Successful cyberattacks can have multiple impacts on a business, and the repercussions can be both far-reaching and long-lasting. Robust cybersecurity measures are therefore essential in mitigating these risks, including against Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, which are designed to force a server, website or online service offline.

As outlined by NETSCOUT, which provides visibility, security and performance solutions for organisations across the globe, cyberthreats are all around us, lurking in unexpected areas of the internet, networks and even individual devices. Uncovering the identification, prevention and evolution of the most common cyberthreats is a significant step in an organisation’s cyber defences.

Unpacking Common Types of Cyberattacks

NETSCOUT confirms that some of the most common types of cyberattacks include the following:

1. Distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks: These cyberattacks flood servers, applications or other network areas to render them unavailable and disrupt the availability of services, leading to potential revenue loss and reputational damage.
2. Malware: This malicious software that is installed on targeted devices or networks has a variety of negative effects, including deleting or encrypting files, hindering performance, and gaining access to accounts. Malware is spread by downloading infected files, clicking on malicious links, or visiting hacked web pages.
3. Social engineering (including phishing): This threat targets individuals, trying to trick them into taking actions that allow threat actors to gain covert access or spread malicious software.
4. Man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks: Here, an adversary intercepts or eavesdrops on communication between two parties. The goal is to steal login credentials, encryption keys and other private information.
5. SQL injection: In this code-injection technique, malicious prompts are inserted into SQL databases. Threat actors enter prompts such as ‘Dump the entire database to X location’ to export the contents of a database for their own purposes.
6. Zero-day exploits: Adversaries make use of unknown or unaddressed security flaws to place malware in a system. Threat actors can already use these weaknesses to access systems, so vendors have zero days to remedy the issues.
7. Advanced persistent threats (APTs): These threat actors pursue their victims repeatedly over an extended period of time and adapt to defensive measures.
8. Ransomware: This is malware that encrypts files and blocks access. Threat actors then demand payment to unlock the files and restore access.
9. Credential reuse: This type of attack – also known as ‘credential stuffing’ – uses lists of compromised user credentials to log into a system and gain network access. 

 Know Your Enemy: Taking Action Against DDoS Attacks

The impacts of data breaches and outages can include operational disruptions, which cause delays in critical business processes and negatively affect the supply chain; financial loss due to the costs of remedying an attack, such as removing malware and paying regulatory penalties; and damage to the brand’s reputation, further eroding customer trust and resulting in a loss of future revenue.

DDoS attacks are arguably one of the most devastating types of cyberattack an organisation can experience, and NETSCOUT excels in monitoring, understanding and protecting against such attacks, for customers worldwide, against a DDoS landscape that is constantly changing.

As part of its offering to global organisations, NETSCOUT releases a bi-annual report outlining the latest information on DDoS activities around the globe, as well as presenting regular information updates across various platforms.

Remarking on the 13th and most recent issue of its global DDoS Threat Intelligence Report, the 1H2024 edition, the company stated that: “In the first half of 2024, large surges in attack frequency were noted, notably in geopolitical conflicts, driving never-before-seen stresses on networks worldwide and leading to more sophisticated attacks than ever before.

DDoS-capable botnets are evolving and growing, with a notable increase in bot-infected devices. Critical infrastructure, such as banking, financial services, and public utilities, are prime targets, seeing a massive wave of attacks targeting them.

“We first determined the global aggregated DDoS attack impact via large-scale analysis of concurrent DDoS attacks,” the report says. “During the first half of 2024, this averaged out to 1,900 attacks, with a total volume of approximately 3.2Tbps and 595.6Mpps, at any given point in time.”

Local investigations of the aggregated attack impact per network type revealed that networks with typically lower traffic loads (such as government or nonprofit organisations) report peak attack volumes on the same scale as those experienced by high-traffic networks (such as content and service providers).

This indicates that the relative surge in traffic during attacks is significantly higher for lower-traffic networks (≥4 orders of magnitude) compared with high-traffic networks (3 orders of magnitude).

“These attack dynamics clearly demonstrate that all network types require substantial mitigation capacities to ensure robust protection,” says Hamman.

“Protection against DDoS – and other - cyberattacks is therefore of critical importance in safeguarding the excellent progress that has been made to date, and to allow it to continue into the future,” he concludes.

East Africa’s most celebrated female percussionist, Kasiva Mutua, reveals a new music identity with the release of “Ndikweteela” single and video.

The Kenyan vocalist, guitarist and storyteller of remarkable depth, marks the beginning of a transformative journey with this new single which is a lead up to her highly anticipated debut album, DESTURI scheduled for release on 14th February 2025. Pre-save here

“Ndikweteela” is a poignant exploration of love and loss, capturing the bittersweet pain of a long-distance relationship’s unraveling.

The song reflects the heartbreak, insecurities, and irony of infidelity in separation. Written as a final farewell, “Ndikweteela” is both a tender apology and a resolute embrace of healing and renewed joy. 

The accompanying visually striking music video, delivering a powerful visual narrative, was shot in the breathtaking landscape of Ol Donyo Nyokie, home to the Maasai people of Kenya.

In a moment rich with cultural symbolism, a Maasai man dances alongside Kasiva as she plays the drum—an instrument traditionally reserved for men in many African traditions.

This striking scene celebrates Kasiva’s role in breaking gender barriers and honoring her position as a transformative force in East African music.

WATCH “NDIKWETEELA” MUSIC VIDEO

The rhythm that has defined Kasiva Mutua’s extraordinary career as one of Africa’s foremost percussionists now carries a stunning new melody: her own voice.

This brand new single marks a new chapter in Kasiva’s career, revealing herself as more than a percussionist. 

Grounded in Kamba lyrics, “Ndikweteela” blends a tapestry of African sounds. Drawing from the rhythmic influences of Maloya music from La Réunion, coastal Kenya’s Chakacha traditions, and Isukuti beats from Western Kenya, it showcases a captivating fusion of cultural heritage and modern innovation.

The single’s artwork, featuring Kasiva in a black dress, symbolizes the mourning of lost love while embodying resilience and hope.