Latest entertainment stories from across Kenya.
“These songs came from a journey I had been on,” – Karun. Singer, songwriter and producer Karungari Mungai better known as Karun has released a 4-track EP recorded alongside Nigerian producer Bigfootinyourface. The EP dubbed ‘Eternal’…
The strategic collaboration aims to align on culture, craft, and to elevate East Africa’s global presence. Kaka Empire Music Label has entered into a strategic partnership with Universal Music Group East Africa (UMGEA). Kaka Empire is the…
Here are the nominees in key categories for the 98th Academy Awards, to be handed out in Hollywood on Sunday. Vampire period horror film “Sinners” shattered the all-time record for nominations with 16, followed by “One Battle After…
Universal Music Group East Africa (UMG East Africa) has announced the signing of Juanita Tunu, a rising artist from Nairobi whose sound blends contemporary Afro-pop with subtle rock undertones and a confident, modern vocal approach that…
The annual Nairobi Film Festival, stylised as NBO Film Fest, is set to return from October 15 to 25 with a showcase of films and shorts from across Africa. Ahead of October, organisers have called for submissions from filmmakers, but this…
Australian designer Katie Perry has won the right to sell clothes under her name, claiming victory in a years-long trademark spat with US pop megastar Katy Perry. Designer Katie Perry accused her far more famous namesake of trademark…
Mejja marked a new chapter in his career at an exclusive listening party, unveiling his long-awaited debut album, Mtoto wa Khadija, to a carefully selected crowd of creatives at EABL’s Microbrewery in Nairobi. The intimate event brought…
A 35-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the home of pop star Rihanna was hit by gunfire, Los Angeles police say. Ivanna Lisette Ortiz is being held with bail set at $10.2m (KSh. 1.3B). Officers…
The Kenyan government says it is taking proactive steps to secure the country’s digital borders. Through the Ministry of Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy, government officials have asked TikTok for a firm guarantee that…
On March 5, 2026, the African streaming landscape was rocked by the news that Showmax is being discontinued. While its new owner, the French media giant Canal+, frames this as a necessary move for long-term sustainability, for millions of…
The Beverly Hills home of pop superstar Rihanna has been hit by gunfire, police say. Officers from the Los Angeles Police Department responded to reports of gunfire on Sunday. A suspect was located and taken into custody. A police official…
“Hoppers,” the latest original animated film from Disney’s Pixar, topped the box office with $46 million (KSh. 5.9B) in ticket sales in its opening weekend, industry estimates showed. The adventure comedy tells the story of Mabel (Piper…
The Duchess of Sussex’s lifestyle brand has ended its partnership with Netflix, it has been announced. The brand called As Ever, was launched by Meghan last year and supported financially by the streaming giant, in a separate deal to that…
Award-winning Kenyan singer-songwriter, performing and record producer, Njerae, has released her first offering of the year titled “Ingia Ndani”. Known for her emotionally rich and soulful Afro-Indie records, Njerae’s latest anthem “Ingia…
Pop superstar Britney Spears was released from police custody Thursday morning after being arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated near Los Angeles, according to legal filings and US media reports. The 44-year-old singer was…
The curtain is closing on one of Africa’s most recognizable digital platforms. In a move that has sent ripples through the regional entertainment industry, the Showmax Board has officially decided to pull the plug on the streaming service,…
MultiChoice Group has announced it will discontinue its streaming platform Showmax following what it described as a “comprehensive review” of its streaming operations. In a statement, the company said it was “today announc[ing] the…
Ogweno Stephen, a Kenyan health advocate and global health practitioner, has been named one of just 20 regional finalists for the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work. He is the only Kenyan on the prestigious…
One of Kenya’s longest-running music and entertainment shows is getting a fresh start this Friday, as Club 1 Extra returns to KBC Channel 1 with a new hosting lineup. Media personality Kalondu Musyimi joins the show alongside DJ Brito,…
For a few years, Sony tried something different. Instead of keeping its biggest games locked to PlayStation hardware, it started bringing them to PC, with The Last of Us, God of War, and Horizon all making the jump. The idea was ambitious:…
At just 26, Marya Okoth has already lived several lives in the public eye, breakout TV darling, influencer, designer, mother, and now a woman confidently rewriting her own narrative. From her scene-stealing role as Maryann on ‘A Nurse…
The Nairobi Jiu-Jitsu Academy (NJA) has officially opened doors to its new, state-of-the-art training facility on the second floor of New Muthaiga Mall, Thigiri Ridge, Nairobi. The academy becomes East Africa’s largest martial arts…
Kenyan artist Peterbrill is set to release his brand-new single “Kilimani” featuring Mad G on March 6, 2026, alongside the official music video. The track is a vibrant, feel-good anthem inspired by Nairobi’s urban lifestyle, nightlife…
Calvo Mistari and Naiboi have joined forces to release “The Prize”, a brand-new single under their innovative publishing imprint Room 308. The track is the fourth single off their highly anticipated album ‘308’, following the smashing…
