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King visits Guyanese slave rebellion site on Caribbean tour
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King visits Guyanese slave rebellion site on Caribbean tour

The King made a poignant visit to the site where a Guyanese slave rebellion was violently resisted by British authorities, making the stop during his tour of the Caribbean. He visited Independence Park in Georgetown to remember the…

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Former KBC broadcaster Elizabeth Omollo honoured as Shujaa
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Former KBC broadcaster Elizabeth Omollo honoured as Shujaa

Veteran broadcaster Elizabeth Anyango Omollo, popularly known as Auntie Liz, has been honoured as a national hero for her contribution to Kenya’s media industry and mentorship of young broadcasters. Omollo was among 264 Kenyans recognised…

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Emmy Kosgei leads vibrant Kalenjin display at Mashujaa Day
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Emmy Kosgei leads vibrant Kalenjin display at Mashujaa Day

Award-winning gospel musician Emmy Kosgei was one of the big name artists among who brought Kalenjin music and traditions to the national stage during the 63rd Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret on Tuesday.…

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Pictures: Mashujaa Day Celebrations 2026
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Pictures: Mashujaa Day Celebrations 2026

The 63rd Mashujaa celebrations are in full swing at the Kipchoge Keino Stadium where President William Ruto is expected to arrive, later in the day. This year’s celebrations, under the theme “Security, Sports and the Economy”, will be…

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Mashujaa Day set to be celebration of culture and heroes
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Mashujaa Day set to be celebration of culture and heroes

The 63rd Mashujaa celebrations taking place at the Kipchoge Keino Stadium on Tuesday are expected to be a celebration of culture, heritage and the region’s stellar marathon history. This year’s celebrations, under the theme “Security,…

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Pictures: Rehearsals, preparations underway ahead of Mashujaa Day
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Pictures: Rehearsals, preparations underway ahead of Mashujaa Day

Pictures by Jackson Mnyamwezi The Kipchoge Keino Stadium was buzzing with activity and sound as different sections of the entertainment section practised, and as builders and maintenance workers continued their work around the grounds.…

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80 kings, over 50,000 visitors expected at Iteso cultural celebrations
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80 kings, over 50,000 visitors expected at Iteso cultural celebrations

The Iteso community in Kenya and Uganda is finalising preparations for cultural celebrations scheduled for October 29 to 31, which will culminate in the fourth coronation anniversary of His Royal Highness Papa Emorimor Paul Sande Emolot…

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Rwandan Embassy hosts second Rwanda Cultural Gala and Exhibition
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Rwandan Embassy hosts second Rwanda Cultural Gala and Exhibition

Rwandan Embassy hosts about 500 Rwandans and friends of Rwanda at the Utalii Sports Club in Nairobi for the 2nd Rwanda Cultural Gala & Exhibition. The event featured football, volleyball and igisoro games, followed by an evening of…

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Russian cultural festival draws to a close in Nairobi
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Russian cultural festival draws to a close in Nairobi

The Russian Language and Culture Festival concluded at Nairobi’s Sarit Expo Centre on Sunday after three days of activities showcasing the country’s language, traditions, education and cultural heritage. Held from October 9 to 11, the…

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Mista C crowned winner of first-ever Kenyan DJ competition
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Mista C crowned winner of first-ever Kenyan DJ competition

Collins Sambu, popularly known as Mista C, has been crowned the winner of the first-ever Kenyan edition of Red Bull Turn It Up, following a high-energy night that brought together some of Kenya’s leading DJs. The competition saw four DJs,…

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Kenyans engage with Korean products, culture at K-Lifestyle event
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Kenyans engage with Korean products, culture at K-Lifestyle event

Korean food, beauty, electronics and pop culture took centre stage at Nairobi’s Village Market over the weekend as the K-Lifestyle 2026 showcase gave Kenyans an opportunity to experience contemporary Korean life. Held on Saturday, October…

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Adelle Onyango takes podcast conversations offline in Nairobi
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Adelle Onyango takes podcast conversations offline in Nairobi

More than 100 women gathered in Nairobi for the first live recording of For Mannerless Women, as Kenyan podcaster Adelle Onyango brought conversations from her digital community into a physical space. The gathering, held at Trademark…

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Haus of Kühl lands in Nairobi for a new generation of partygoers
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Haus of Kühl lands in Nairobi for a new generation of partygoers

Wide-leg jeans, tiny skirts, small tops and deliberately put together party looks were style favourites at the Haus of Kühl event over the weekend, which ran from 6 pm to 4 am. Making its debut at Diamond Plaza’s Sk8City, the party found…

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Omondi and Chandaria nominated for Unstoppable Africa Awards
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Omondi and Chandaria nominated for Unstoppable Africa Awards

Comedian and philanthropist Eric Omondi, alongside industrialist and humanitarian Dr. Manu Chandaria, are among eight Kenyans nominated for the inaugural Unstoppable Africa Awards. Both are nominated in the Unstoppable Community Builder of…

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SGR terminus turns theatre of talent as Sing for Africa Season 2 takes off
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SGR terminus turns theatre of talent as Sing for Africa Season 2 takes off

The Nairobi SGR Terminus transformed into a vibrant hub of musical talent on Saturday as over 100 women auditioned for the second season of ‘Sing for Africa’. The winner of this year’s competition will receive a Sh1 million prize, a trip…

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Kenya lands international award for creativity
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Kenya lands international award for creativity

Kenya has become the second African country, after South Africa, to win a Grand Prix at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. The Grand Prix is the highest honour awarded at Cannes Lions, widely regarded as the leading…

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Kenya, China commit to harness fashion for jobs, skills and enterprise
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Kenya, China commit to harness fashion for jobs, skills and enterprise

China and Kenya have expressed commitment to deepening cooperation in fashion, cultural heritage, and the creative economy, leveraging cultural exchanges to bolster broader China-Africa people-to-people connections. Speaking at the opening…

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Janet Mbugua: Xenophobia is never the answer amid economic struggles
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Janet Mbugua: Xenophobia is never the answer amid economic struggles

Media personality Janet Mbugua has spoken out against Xenophobia, urging people to look beyond blaming foreigners for challenges facing the economy. In a video shared on her social media platforms, Mbugua challenges the tendency to direct…

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Kenyan Fashion brand makes history as first in LVMH Prize History
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Kenyan Fashion brand makes history as first in LVMH Prize History

Kenyan fashion brand Yoshita 1967 has made history after its founder, Anil Padia, won the Savoir-Faire Prize at the 2026 LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers. The win marks the first time a Kenyan label has reached the final of the…

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