Latest lifestyle stories from across Kenya.
In Lagos, a physician is reframing the stethoscope for the scroll. In Nairobi and Cape Town, home kitchens double as global test labs for fusion cuisine. And in Johannesburg, a modest-fashion startup is scaling at the speed of a swipe.…
It’s time to cross the Atlantic for London Fashion Week, where heritage heavyweights and rising stars converge for fall 2026. The city’s storied houses—Burberry, Erdem, and Simone Rocha—return to the spotlight alongside a new generation of…
As Milan Fashion Week opened this week, anti-fur activists escalated pressure on Italy’s fashion establishment, staging daily protests and targeting one of the event’s most prominent holdouts: Fendi. Demonstrators gathered outside Fendi’s…
The first shipment of Lenacapavir, a breakthrough HIV prevention drug, has landed in Kenya. Developed by the American biopharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences, Lenacapavir (marketed as Sunlenca) is a first-in-class capsid inhibitor.…
Winter’s chill bites harder each year, and escaping the icy grip is top priority for many. As temperatures plummet, our homes must rise to the occasion. Small adjustments can make all the difference. These aren’t fancy ideas; they’re…
Vasundhara Oswal has officially filed a human rights petition at the High Court of Uganda. The claim targets several high-ranking officials following what has been described as a 21-day ordeal of arbitrary arrest, illegal imprisonment, and…
TikTok has announced the removal of more than 580,000 videos in Kenya during the third quarter of 2025. The findings, released today in the platform’s Q3 2025 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, highlight an aggressive push toward…
In a press statement, the Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services issued a blistering condemnation regarding allegations of abuse and exploitation involving a Russian national and several Kenyan women. The Ministry, led by…
The sports and media communities are reeling following a disturbing incident involving the physical assault of an accredited journalist, known as Rix, during the HSBC SVNS 2 tournament. The incident, which has sparked widespread…
The Ghanaian government has officially launched a high-level pursuit of a Russian national, known online as “Yaytseslav,” following the viral circulation of non-consensual intimate recordings involving local women. In a stern statement,…
The Embassy of Kenya in Moscow has issued a security advisory following a disturbing increase in Kenyan nationals falling victim to predatory recruitment schemes within the Russian Federation. The statement warns that an increasing number…
In the dynamic landscape of Kenyan politics, shifting allegiances is a common occurrence. Whether you are looking to join a new movement, protesting a party’s leadership, or simply wish to remain neutral, the Office of the Registrar of…
In a significant ruling for civil liberties, the High Court of Kenya has declared Section 95 (1) (b) of the Penal Code unconstitutional. The judgment, delivered by Justice Bahati Mwamuye marks a pivotal moment in the protection of…
Valentine’s Day is synonymous with love, romance and, of course, flowers. For Kenya, however, the season represents far more than expressions of affection- it is a billion-shilling opportunity that reinforces our position as a global…
Amnesty International Kenya has officially announced the commencement of a search for its next Executive Director, marking the end of a transformative era under the leadership of Irũngũ Houghton. After eight years at the helm, Houghton is…
Nairobi-based non-profit Book Bunk has been named a finalist for the prestigious 2025–2026 WRI Ross Center Prize for Cities. Selected from a record-breaking pool of 334 applications spanning 77 countries, Book Bunk is one of only five…
As the nation deepens its smartphone integration, Kenya’s rankings from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store reveal a mobile-first population that is increasingly data-savvy, entrepreneurial, and globally connected. From the…
In the fast-moving landscape of 2026, the way we connect has undergone a massive shift. We aren’t just swiping on dedicated dating apps anymore; we’re meeting potential partners in niche Telegram hobby groups, through professional…
In 2026, the dating scene in Kenya has evolved into a multi-layered ecosystem. While traditional swiping apps still dominate the headlines, a significant shift has occurred toward social media vibe-checking and private Telegram…
MultiChoice Group Ltd.’s streaming platform, Showmax, is deepening its investment in East African noir, tapping Oscar-shortlisted filmmaker Daudi Anguka for its latest original series. The drama thriller, titled Mizani, is scheduled to…
“Sinners,” a bold and bloody vampire saga set in the American South, earned a record-breaking 16 Oscar nominations. It was followed closely by “One Battle After Another,” a searing examination of radical politics, which picked up 13 nods.…
In an era where digital narratives can make or break an administration, the Kenyan government has pivoted from traditional press releases to a high-stakes “influence” strategy. According to the Ministry of ICT’s National Communication…
Renowned Kenyan photographer Mwangi Kirubi, popularly known as “Mwarv,” has etched his name into the annals of global sports photography by winning the Gold Medal in the Motorsports category at the prestigious World Sports Photography…
Renowned Kenyan producer Toni Kamau has been appointed as a juror for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. The festival, a premier destination for independent cinema, is scheduled to run from January 22 to February 1. Kamau will serve on the…
