Kenneth Gachie
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Shalkido: A promising talent, a fall from grace, a fundraiser and a shocking death
Shalkido was known for his prolific work in the Gengetone sub-genre where he formed part of the groundbreaking 'Sailors Gang' rap group. Recently, the soft-spoken rapper had gained attention for sharing his personal struggles after making repeated appeals for sup...
Kenyan Chef Yusuf Garani attempts longest cooking marathon World Record
For four gruelling days, Chef Yusuf has stood firm, spatula in hand, attempting to cook his way into the history books with a arduous, non-stop cooking marathon designed to showcase the richness of Kenyan - and African cuisine - and the sheer tenacity of the everyday chef. ...
Kenyan TikTokers want to build a new hospital, Ksh.100 bob at a time
The proposed facility, dubbed the ‘TikTok Community Hospital,’ aims to provide free, specialised medical care, including cancer treatment, heart disease services, and general healthcare, in response to ongoing challenges in the national health system.
The new #KOT: How Kenyans on TikTok became a movement
Household names like Azziad Nasenya, Nyako, Baba Talisha, Nasieku, Moya David, and the late Brian Chira are some of the easily recognisable names whose diverse TikTok content propelled them to unimaginable heights, earning them incredible fame and even fortune.
Defenders Day: Ukraine ambassador to Kenya praises troops, bilateral ties with Nairobi
The Ukrainian Embassy in Kenya joined Ukrainian communities worldwide in commemorating the Feast of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin and Ukraine’s Defenders Day. Events included solidarity gatherings, memorial evenings, symbolic ceremonies, and cultural activities honouring those who have sacrifi...
Kaluma Boy: How a 17-year-old Nyeri TikToker captured hearts, pulled thousands to his humble home
He would regularly film himself working tirelessly on a local tea farm, picking tea leaves under the brutal sun, a physically grueling job whose meagre wages were immediately channeled toward his father’s increasing medical bills.
Roblox: Inside the hugely addictive children's gaming platform facing lawsuits and international bans
Beyond gaming, Roblox serves as a social hub, offering hangouts and interactive spaces where users can text, voice chat, and collaborate in real time.
Italian Brainrot: What is this bizzare children's trend and should parents be wary of it?
The trend soon caught on, and more and more characters emerged - the sillier, the better - all with an accompanying gibberish narrative. The trend caught fire so rapidly that it’s already spawned a multitude of remixes, become a hugely popular Roblox game and inspired numerous memecoins (a cryptocur...
Anger, condemnation after Mogadishu FC fans seen disrespecting Kenyan flag after football match
Evidence of tensions between the two sides is further reinforced by yet another video that shows commotion erupting after a Mogadishu FC fan attempts to raise the Somali flag while surrounded by mostly Kenya Police fans.
Quiver, Bar Next Door, Al Fakher among 107 entertainment joints flagged for closure by NEMA
Nema explained that most of the affected facilities had already been served with Environmental Restoration Orders, which required them to provide environmental compliance documents. However, the majority failed to comply.