Ommy Dallah
Over 1,000 patients benefit from Mombasa eye hospital and laser centre free eye camp
Over 1,00 patients suffering from different eye diseases benefited from a free eye camp sponsored by the Mombasa eye hospital and laser centre over the weekend.
The camp which was held at the Nasserpuria Memon Jamat saw a total of 1064 screened for eye diseases with 333 free medicines dispensed to the patients.
Free reading glasses were also dispensed to 361 patients with 173 students also receiving glasses.
52 patients underwent phaco surgery while 27 others undergoing cataract surgery. A total of 42 patients were sent to the main hospital for further examinations which includes Glaucoma and other ailments.
The hospital will be holding a similar camp at Kakuyuni village in Watamu on 29th July before holding another one in Tudor Mombasa
Photos from Akothee's white and gold party in Kisumu
The White and Gold party went down last weekend at the Acacia Hotel in Kisumu with Akothee and her daughter Rue Baby being the main headliners .
The party was also attended by several celebrities including Jalango with presenter Willy M Tuva and Owago being the hosts .
Also present at the party was Akothee's mum who joined her on stage during the performance.
Rue Babe is currently the face of Nivea.
Check out some photos below from the party.
Yung L kicks off first East Africa media tour in Tanzania
The MTV award winning Nigerian top rap star: Yung L—the hitmaker behind ‘Better Late Than Never’ album is set to takeover East Africa in a media tour, organized and managed by Anyiko PR and Born To Shine. Yung L is already in Tanzania for his The ‘Better Late Than Never’ Media Tour, after which he will be off to Kenya (23rd – 31st July 2018).
Ahead of his media tour, Yung L stated: “I am so happy to be in East Africa to promote ‘Better Late Than Never’ album. That has been the plan from Day 1. I just love how East African artistes and fans move and it’s my time now to connect with you all and see how we can exchance some culture,”
He added “I also have so many fans from the region who have been hitting me on the DM to come through. I am here now. What’s good?”
The tour is part of Yung L’s continental promotional tour for his critically acclaimed 2017 album that includes top hits such as 'Anya', 'Gbewa' and 'Cheers'.
While on his East Africa tour, he is releasing a brand new single 'Feeling', a collaboration with his DJ. DJ Michael Andre and ready to finish recording a collaboration with Vanessa Mdee that was already in the works.
He is also looking to collaborate with other top East African acts like Harmonize, Sauti Sol and Fik Fameica.
Throughout his journey in music, Yung L has made quite a name for himself by holding proper performances at respected platforms like Sound City Festival and One Africa Music Festival, U.K. One of his biggest hits to date 'SOS' won Best Music Video at MTV Africa Music Awards.
Besides working with great African artists like Wiz Kid, Sarkodie, Timaya, Ice Prince. Yung L has also worked with some international artists such as Nicky Minaj, Major Lazer, PARTYNEXTDOOR amongst others.
Fuji Pop pioneer Wurld releases music video for new single 'Contagenious'
Universal Music Group- Africa new signee, WurlD brings Fujipop to life on his latest record, CONTAGIOUS, off his upcoming EP “Contagious”. The PMAC and VIZUVLGVDS directed flick channels elements of contemporary African art and modern pop culture. The result is an interesting juxtaposition of African rhythmic sounds with modern design.
The track premiered on Apple’s Beats 1 Radio Ebro Darden’s show as Discovered on Apple Music and is available across all digital platforms now.
In the video, reality lines are blurred when WurlD awakes to experience what seems like an otherworld. Through his imagination, he transcends from an empty room, into a hypnotic sea of women. He is caught in the trance of the mesmerizing rhythm of the music and the seductive allure of the exotic dancers. Love, happiness, everything is for the taking and he cannot help but immerse himself fully in this world.
The record invites all listeners to see the contagious nature of love, happiness, goodness, and freedom. It is WurlD’s interpretation of his innate belief that we as humans can more positively affect one another and inspire change.
Nasty C set to kick off the first leg of his Ivyson tour in Nairobi
The Hype Group Limited and Mwanaume Ni Effort (MNE) have come together to bring Kenya’s biggest concert this month, the Kaya Fest featuring Africa’s Coolest Kid, the 21-year-old South African rapper, Nasty C of the hit records ' Jungle', 'Said' featuring Runtown, 'Hell Naw' and 'Particula' with Major Lazer.
Top Kenyan acts including The Kansoul, Rosa, Barak Jacuzzi, and newcomers: Ethic Group of the hit song “Lamba Lolo” are also set to grace the Kaya Fest stage.
Nasty C is set to kick off the first leg of his Ivyson Tour in Kenya following the recent release of his second critically acclaimed album: Strings and Bling.
Ahead of the anticipated concert, Nasty C said, “I can’t wait to return to Nairobi to meet up with my fans! I am excited about this concert as it will be my first major performance since dropping my album and I am glad that my Kenyan fans will be able to experience it live.’’
Nasty C is expected to jet in the country on Thursday 26th July 2018, and plans to embark on a brief media tour visiting top media houses in Kenya as well as interact one on one with his Nairobi fans.
UK rapper Kojo Funds who was also set to headline the concert will not be performing.
Speaking on the postponement, a statement from Kaya fest organizers said: “We regret to announce that Kojo Funds won’t be performing at Kaya Fest 2018 this weekend due to issues relating to immigration.
"We were unable to secure a work permit for him and his team in good time. However, he will be performing in Nairobi in December 2018. To our super fans we sincerely apologize and to make it up, tickets to Kojo Funds' performance in December will be at half price for everyone who had and will purchase tickets to Kaya Fest on ticketsasa.com.’’ adds the statement.
Purchase Tickets via ticketsasa: http://bit.ly/2mwWTBy
Beka the Boy releases visuals to his latest single 'Level ' featuring Petra
Talented Kenyan artiste Beka the Boy has released a new single “Level” featuring Kenyan Queen of Trap Petra, the audio has been produced by renowned producer Motif and Double B.
Speaking on the inspiration behind the song, Beka says, “Level defines my versatility and ability in creating a different kind of style ” adding, "having Petra on the track gives it a feel different from my usual style"
The music video of “Level” has been directed by one of the most sought after music directors Kevin Bosco JR. As he continues to solidify his brand in Kenya and beyond, Beka is currently planning on working with more acts in the industry and is currently working on his second album which will include some of his recently launched tracks -Vumilia, Nimefall , Higher, Time and Nyota.
Watch the video below
KUJ lauches Mombasa chapter, interim officials elected
In a bid to champion for the rights of Journalists practising in Mombasa and the larger Coast region, the Kenya Union of Journalists has launched the KUJ Mombasa chapter.
Among the issues that Journalists present at the launch raised includes poor pay, mistreatment from their employers and the issue of quacks.
Speaking during the launch, KUJ National Secretary called on the Journalists to join the union in order to enable them to raise the issues with employers and find solutions.
" We will be able to defend you as a union only when you are a member. There is no way we can defend you if you are not a member, it's hard" said Oduor
"On the issue of quacks you know who the real journalists are and it is also upon yourselves to fight this" he added.
The journalists also held an election to elect their interim officials.
The interim officials are.
Chairlady : Malemba Mkongo (The star Newspaper).
Secretary: Moses Baya (KTN)
Treasurer: Mgeni Shaban ( Radio Kaya)
Executive Members: Sammy Mwaura (Baraka fm) and Ruth Masita (Pwani fm).
Top 10 songs in Coast
Here is a list of the songs currently trending and have made it to the top 10 Music chart in Coast.
The list is courtesy of Pili Pili Fm.
10. Bad Gyal – City Boy (Bawazir)
9. Hadithi – Gurdian Angel
8. Kamata – Zikki ft Tarrus Riley
7. Fire fire– Dogo Rich
6. Vimbada – Moji Short Baba ft Jabidi
5. Sababu – Kingkaka x Sudi Boy
4. Chocha – P - Unit
3. Till the End – Kagwe Mungai ft Niniola
2. Njiwa – Willy Paul x Nandy
1. Short N Sweet – Sauti sol ft Nyashnski
Brand New Tracks in wait…..
Sekule – Dazlah Kiduche
First Lady – Iddi Singer
Zagada – Brown Mauzo
Kebs – Nyashnski
Sham sham – Dully Melody x Noti Flow
Elani set to release first single off new Elani album ‘Colours of Love’
Kenyan pop group Elani is set set to release their first single off their new album titled 'Colours of love' this August.
The group broke the news to their fans via social media where they shared a video with the caption 'Counting down days to the release of our first single of the new Elani album titled "COLOURS OF LOVE" on the 08.8.18 #elanibaby'
The group has also created a hashtag #Col' to keep their fans updated.
Nigerian rapper Zima releases new video 'Kisa'
Nigerian rapper Zima real name Olamilekan Samson Olaitan Adeyemi has released his new video titled 'Kisa'.
The song is produced by the Kenyan based Nigerian Producer, King Spyke and video is shot and directed by the Kenyan top video director, Richie G.
Born on 21st February 1995 into a family of 5, it is during his secondary school days that Zima gained interest in music through a friend who used to lend him an Ipod to listen to latest songs.
His parents later pushed him to join the church choir where he learnt how to play drums and sing professionally.
One of his major influences when starting out was the late Nigerian rapper “Da Grin” who he listened to a lot before and after his death; he influenced his style of music which is rapping in his native language Yoruba.
He later got familiar with other successful Yoruba rappers like Olamide and Reminisce, which by listening to their music made him understand the game better.
This year, he has released two songs titled Elebolo and Kisa, both videos shot by Kenyan Video Director Richie G. The two songs are officially out and were released to the market and on YouTube in April 2018 and July 2018 respectively.
Watch the video below.
