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Nandy Explains Why She Shot Her New Video In Mombasa
Controversial Pantyless Dancer Zodwa Wabantu Shops For Her Coffin..Video And Photo
Controversial South African dancer Zodwa Wabantu known for her provocative dancing styles and no panty policy has shockd many after she went shopping for her coffin on Tuesday.
According to Zodwa who was banned from entering Zambia due to her lifestyle, she does not want her family to be in trouble for lack of money to bury her when she is dead.
She went ahead to share a video of herself shopping for the coffin on social media stating 'Black Society this is a Taboo'.
Roche Joins Beyond Zero Program To Train More Nurses From ASAL Regions
Swiss multinational healthcare company, Roche, has partnered with the First Lady Margaret Kenyatta’s Beyond Zero Initiative in an ongoing programme to train more nurses from Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) regions.
The World Bank funded training programme for Enrolled Community Health Nurses (ECHN) aims to specifically populate rural health facilities in hard to reach areas with qualified personnel as a strategy to increase service provision by skilled attendants.
The training is in line with the First Lady’s 2018-2022 Strategic Framework which aims to provide accessible, appropriate, effective and sustainable health interventions in all parts of the country.
The training of the ECHN nurses is being channelled through the Ministry of Health and executed through the various campuses of the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), specifically those in the ASAL regions.
The first cohort of 300 beneficiaries of the World Bank scholarship graduated in December of last year. The second and third cohorts are expected to join the training programme this year
“The aim of the programme is to mitigate the shortage of human resources for health in hard to reach areas through production of a critical mass of enrolled community health nurses equipped with knowledge and skills to provide quality health care to mothers and children in their home areas,” said Dr. Leah Bii from the KMTC when she accompanied the Roche team to State House where they met with the First Lady, Tuesday.
Dr Bii was accompanied by KMTC Chief Executive Officer, Professor Michael Kiptoo.
The Roche team was led by its Manager for East Africa, Frank Loeffler who pledged support for the training of 100 nurses every year for the next three years.
Currently, the students are trained in KMTC campuses in Lodwar, Kapenguria, Kabarnet, Bomet, Kitui, Loitokitok, Kilifi and Msambweni.
KMTC has proposed that the next cohort of 100 students be placed in KMTC campuses in Lodwar, Kapenguria, Loitokitok and Msambweni.
First Lady Margaret Kenyatta thanked the Roche team for agreeing to partner with Beyond Zero and KMTC in the training programme and invited more partners to come on board.
Beyond Zero hopes to sponsor the training of an equal number of nurses, to match the 1200 health professionals trained under the World Bank sponsorship.
The World Bank/Beyond Zero partnership is expected to aid in the reduction of maternal and child mortality, hence contributing to the attainment of the government's universal health coverage pillar of the big four development agenda.
Masauti Drops New Video 'Sare'
Mombasa's finest Masauti has just drooped his latest video.
The video is titled 'Sare' and has been directed by Nezzoh Montana.
watch the video below
Timaya Releases New Song Off His New EP
Timaya has just released a new song off his new EP, Chulo vibes.
The song titled Balance is the lead single off the Chulo Vibes EP. With consistent melodies, unique rhythm and catchy hooks, he asserts his stance as a certified hit maker.
"Balance" is another classic Timaya feel good song, made for every playlist - traffic, club nights, family gatherings etc.
The track was produced by long time ally, Orbeat and the video was directed by Unlimited LA.
"Balance is just a feel good song , its how i felt that moment in the studio working with Orbeat. I feel very good about where I am in life right now and everything around me" says Timaya.
The video of the song was shot in Lagos, Nigeria, you can watch it below.
New Video: Nandy- Hazipo
Tanzanian female singer Nandy 'The African Princess' has just dropped her latest video off her album'The African Princess".
The video was shot in Mombasa under Above the Rim Production, a Mombasa based production house.It was directed by Kelvin Bosco Jnr.
Watch the video below
Donde Samora Set To Make Radio Comeback
After leaving Pili Pili fm in 2016 to pursue politics, veteran Mombasa radio presenter Donde Samora is set to return to the airwaves.
He is one of the pioneers of radio in Mombasa and the larger Coast region having worked with some of the popular stations including Baraka fm, Pwani fm where he founded the most popular entertainment show in the region (Coast), Mashav Mashav and commanding a huge fan base.
In an interview with Ommy Dallah , Donde confirmed the news but did not reveal more details.
"Yes its true, let's see how it will go. I cannot give you more details especially the specific radio and show where i will be heading to since it is too early for me to say all that for now." he said
He added "Let's just keep our fingers crossed for now".
He also nurtured alot of talents including Gates Mgenge of Pili Pili fm who is currently ranked as the top entertainment presenter in the region.
Donde vied for the post of Member of County Assembly for the Junda ward in Mombasa on an ODM ticket but lost.
Listen: Akothee- Abebo
Akothee a.k.a Madam Boss has just dropped her latest single.
The song is titled 'Abebo'.
Listen it below
Tourism : Hoteliers Optimistic About 2019
Investors at the coast are confident that, despite the Dusit and 14 Riverside terror attacks, the tourism market in Kenya will improve in 2019.
Bobby Kamani, Managing Director of the Diani Reef Beach Resort and Spa expressed confidence in Kenya’s resilience and how even the stock market remained strong after the attack, gaining KES 19 billion just a day after the attack:
“Kenya has always been a strong country and has never bowed to terrorist attacks. Our government and the international community has expressed confidence and responded positively in spite of this unfortunate situation which saw many individuals lose their lives.”
Mr. Kamani said that he was reassured by the overwhelming response of the international community in favour of Kenya and was gracious that they did not issue travel advisories which indeed would have been very detrimental to the growth of tourism this year.
Having an optimistic outlook for 2019, Mr. Kamani noted that the key driver for tourism will be, domestic tourism.
He said marshalling Kenyans to spend at both the beach and the bush would help to double revenues over and above that brought in by the international market.
“The biggest revenue earner is in domestic tourism. The government and the private sector should continue tailor making products that suit the domestic tourist as we continue to attract the international tourist through our digital and conventional marketing. 2018 saw an increase of 9% in domestic bed nights compared to that of 2017, further displaying the growing domestic holiday sales by the dynamic travel trade fraternity within the country”.
Kamani attributed the increase in tourist arrivals for both international and domestic travellers into Kenya in 2018 to the augmented role of the Government of Kenya and the Ministry of Tourism, in matters related to one of the top foreign exchange earners for the country, along with concerted efforts in the brand positioning of Kenya’s tourism products by the Kenya Tourism Board having borne fruit for the country and the economy at large.
He reiterated that political stability and an improved security status made Kenya a more attractive destination for international travellers (holiday makers and conference delegates alike) in 2018.
At the same time, several international conferences (the Sustainable Blue Economy Conference, the International SKAL Congress and the Africa Hotel Investment Forum, to name a few) were held in Kenya in the last year, further instilling confidence in the country’s safety and capability of handling large conference delegations of international repute.
Additionally, Mr. Kamani said the growth in the aviation sector further boosted confidence in the region with the launch of direct flights to New York by Kenya Airways and direct flights from Doha to Mombasa by Qatar Airways.
“The return of Air France to flights thrice a week and the return of TUI Fly Charter Airlines to the Coast instilled renewed confidence in the tourism sector based on the efforts by stakeholders, the Government and Ministry of Tourism. Kenya Airways has also just announced direct flights to Rome and Geneva from June 2019. Whilst there are more visitors from Milan to Kenya, a route covering Milan over Rome would have been preferable for hoteliers”.
He also pointed out that open border policies such as Visa on Arrival and the Single African Air Transport Market has encouraged the free movement of people and of goods across borders. Kenya has experienced profound beneficial impact from the same.
Referencing to the marketing efforts, Bobby noted that a greater involvement of private sector players in drafting policies and implementation of strategic frameworks within the sector contributed to the revival of tourism. Digital marketing has also been at the forefront of the Ministry’s agenda which has been very beneficial to the country’s tourism.
Speaking about his recent appointment to the Coast Region Tourism Working Group, Kamani reiterated the dire need for the government to grant appropriate tax incentives to hoteliers who were refurbishing and upgrading their properties:
“His Excellency, President Uhuru Kenyatta spoke of the need for private sector players to invest further into their products by refurbishing and upgrading properties. As private sector players, we couldn’t agree more. However, the Government of Kenya should consider tax exemptions for private sector players that can be used for reinvestment into the economy”.
In conclusion, he said that it should be made mandatory for all private sector players to reinvest any amount saved by way of tax exemptions in the refurbishment of existing products and up-gradation of existing services.
President Kenyatta Mourns US Musician James Ingram
President Uhuru Kenyatta has joined fellow leaders and music lovers across the world in mourning the death of James Edward Ingram, one of the finest American singers of this generation.
The late James Ingram was an Rn'B singer, songwriter, record producer and instrumentalist who also doubled up as an actor.
In his message of condolence, President Kenyatta said James was a gifted musician who used his God given talent to spread messages of peace, love and coexistence with a view of making the world a better place for all.
The President said the two-time Grammy Award winner will be remembered for his moving lyrics, soothing voice and uplifting messages.
“James Ingram was a true gift from God to the world, and especially those of us who love and enjoy Rn'B music. James had an amazing voice, his compositions gave many hope and his music will forever remain a lasting reminder of the great musician he was," President Kenyatta eulogised.
Ingram is best remembered for his top hits among them, 'It's Your Night', 'Never Felt So Good', and 'Always You' released in 1983, 1986 and 1993 respectively.
