Kaka Empire’s songbird Judith Nyambura aka Avril has expressed her surprise at the reception from her social media followers after she shared her HIV status recently.

According to Avril, she thought the idea to share her results was cool but to her surprise, a lot of Kenyan youth did not understand its value.

She disclosed that decision to take a HIV test was catalysed by a friend.

“I was with my friends one evening and we decided to just get tested… It’s cool to know your HIV status,” said the musician.

“I took the strips and they were all negative and I posted them on social media. It caused an uproar with people asking me: Who do you think you are? Why are you showing us your HIV status? Kwani unajishuku?…People talked and said really bad things.”

She intimated that her detractors and critics might have been afraid to get tested, hence the rant.

Musician Charles Kanyi Njagua alias Jaguar has appeared in court over the grisly road accident that claimed the lives of two men.

The singer and NACADA director was on Monday charged with careless driving leading to deaths of 2 people.

Appearing before Senior Principal Magistrate Evans Kiago, the ‘Kigeugeu’ hitmaker denied the charges and urged the court to release him on bond.

Jaguar who was unrepresented during the proceedings argued that the charges he faced were bailable and that he should be freed on bond, promising he would be attending court regularly.

The Principal Magistrate ordered the artiste to be released on Sh50,000 cash bail until June 26 when his case will be heard.

The court heard that Jaguar was heading towards Nairobi from Nyeri when he lost control of his car and knocked down a boda-boda rider, Peter Mugo, 27, and his passenger, Sinfolian Maingi, 25, a bar attendant.

Grandpa Records signee Gin Ideal has returned with a brand new joint dubbed ‘Kuna Kitu.’

The sassy Afro Dance singer releases the audio and video of the project some months after she collaborated with Wyre on the remix of the club anthem ‘Rede.’

The single is also Grandpa’s first release in 120 days.

‘Kuna Kitu'(There’s something), is a sizzling track about an uncontrollable love infatuation.

Check it out below:

 

Finally! The wait to meet Pierra Makena’s adorable daughter is over!

After close to a year since she delivered bouncing baby girl Ricca Pokőt – which means peaceful ruler, the celebrated actress, media personality and deejay finally unveiled her on social media on Tuesday.

The unveiling coincided with a special milestone for Pierra Makena as she turned a cool 35 Years Old on Tuesday.

According to Pierra, baby Ricca Pokot who turns one in July, is the best birthday gift she ever got.

“Finally ………the best birthday gift ever.. being a mom!..I have always bought myself a gift for my birthday. .I have received many.. but none can compare to this gift of my baby girl.. the love is real and she has brought true joy into my life..HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME……….” the Deejay captioned the mommy-daughter pic.

Watch a clip below:

Happy birthday to Me!!!!!!!! #mumsworld MissPokot says HELLO! !!!!!!

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It has been a tough few weeks for Radio Maisha listeners and fans of comedian Phelix Odiwuor aka Jalang’o following his exit from the Standard Media Group owned radio station.

Jalang’o’s loyal fans, however, are probably not as affected by his exit than his former Co-host Alex Mwakideu who has been having a hard time accepting that his brother from another mother won’t be on the show any longer.

According to Mwakideu, it has taken him over a week to come to terms with the end of his ‘bromantic’ radio relationship with Jalas.

Taking to social media, Mwakideu posted a heartfelt message saying farewell to Jalas after four years together.

“Imenichukua wiki nzima kukubali hali halisi kwamba kakangu hakika hayuko nami tena kikazi. Miaka minne Pamoja sio mchezo!
Kwakheri ndugu yangu. Kutoka moyoni mwangu, nakutakia kila la heri . Mwenyezi Mungu akuongoze katika njia zako zote daima dawama,” wrote Mwakideu.

Which loosley translates to:”It has taken me a full week to accept that my brother will no longer be with me at the workplace. Four years is no joke! Goodbye, my brother. From the bottom of my heart, I wish you all the best. May God guide you in all your endeavors.”

Imenichukua wiki nzima kukubali hali halisi kwamba kakangu hakika hayuko nami tena kikazi. Miaka minne Pamoja sio mchezo! Kwakheri ndugu yangu. Kutoka moyoni mwangu, nakutakia kila la heri . Mwenyezi Mungu akuongoze katika njia zako zote daima dawama. Cc @jalangoo

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Gospel star Willy Paul has set the tongues wagging across East Africa after confessing that he is a virgin live on television.

During his recent media tour in Tanzania, the hitmaker appeared on Clouds TV where he made the mind-boggling revelation.

A conversation about his virginity ensued when he was asked to explain the meaning behind the song ‘Take It Slow’ featuring Sauti Sol.

He said that he was advising the youth to avoid sex before marriage, which prompted the hosts to ask whether he was just preaching water and drinking wine or he himself was celibate.

“Ofcourse (nimechill)..ofcourse…mimi ata..SIJAWAI. Nangoja tu. Sijaoa na sijawai na nangoja nioe. Nkioa ndio labda,” Willy said.

Asked how he beats the temptations, Willy Paul replied with a verse from the song ‘Take it Slow.’

The revelation comes as a shocker to many who believe he was lying owing to his bad-boy reputation with the ladies. Perhaps they are indeed just prayer partners.

Watch the full interview below. He makes the revelation from minute 2:00.

He is without a doubt one of the highest earning music acts in East Africa, a deserved privilege that allows him to live a larger than life lifestyle.

Diamond Platnumz, the self proclaimed “Rolls Royce Musician From East Africa”, has splashed some cash on a new humvee.

Taking to Instagram, the Tanzania superstar could not help himself as he flaunted the multi-million Hummer.

According to the Wasafi CEO, he just decided to get the ride for riding around South Africa.

“Jus decided to get this for my south africa’s up and downs trip….. #SideChick,” wrote Diamond.

The father of two is currently in South Africa to wind down and spend some time with the family.

Check out the snaps:

Barely four months after the launch of Posh Palace Hair Studio and Spa – owned by media personality Betty Kyallo and her friend Susan Kaittany, the high-end salon is already a hit with high-end clientele.

The most recent high profile celebrities to get ‘poshed’ up are Morgan Heritage brothers, Gramps and Mojo.

KTN’s Betty Kyallo on Tuesday took to Instagram to flaunt after hosting Gramps Morgan for a spa date.

Sharing a picture of the celeb moment alongside Gramps and her business partner Susan Kaittany, Betty said the Jamaican reggae star was at her spa to have his dreadlocks redone ahead of the Morgan Heritage tour in Uganda.

“Happy to have met gramps morgan of Morgan Heritage at Posh Palace today! He came to clean up and have his locks redone,” wrote Betty.

A few days before, Gramps’ brother Mojo also had his locks touched up at the spa located at Sifa Towers in Nairobi’s Kilimani estate.

The snaps:

To you fashion is just rocking a T-shirt and some Air Max sneakers but to judge Jo-1 formerly of Sakata, fashion is bold, it’s a statement and means of expression which shouldn’t be taken lightly.
In line with that, she always works hard to make sure her fashion sense goes hand in hand with her lifestyle which is heavily immersed in the Arts. Sometimes I also suspect it depends with her mood and feelings at the time when she’s leaving the house.

Sometimes she’s feeling elated and thus bold colours become her cup of tea while at times…she prefers to go random mixing up all types of clothing and accessories to bring out her own distinctive style which trust me you’ll never get to see anywhere else.
Like did you see the outfit she rocked on the just recently concluded blankets and wine?

Totally mind blowing yes? Or is it different? Fashion cops had a field day with her analyzing every intricate detail of the outfit and so did her fans too. Most were simply fascinated by just how she managed to pull off such an outfit despite being a mother of 3 with the youngest only being slightly above one year old.

This is however not the first time her outfit is causing a fuss, she has had a run in with fashion watch on Citizen TV which trashed her outfit. We decided to call her up just to find out what’s the deal with these audacious outfits and this is what she had to say:

“Back when I had had the baby and was 6 weeks postpartum Fashion Watch basically trashed my outfit which is strange since I was finished wearing maternity wear and had just about recovered from the C-section stitches.
I was at the safaricom jazz fest with my 3 kids. I’d like to see the judges on fashion watch attempt that without some serious tailoring done to their clothes and professional makeup. At that time I didn’t respond but it was sad especially for two women to respond to my style choice like that. Especially since Nairobi isn’t considered to be the fashion hub of anywhere in the world.

I never did dress according to anyone’s standards or so- called trends. I love colours and bold statements. I’ve been through too much in my life and I will not apologize for my choice of clothing-which is something so futile and passing anyway.”

And there you have it, straight from the horse’s mouth…walk along now!

It’s a bad Friday for Churchill Show fraternity after top comedian Emmanuel Makori, better known as ‘Ayeiya Poa Poa’, died.

Ayeiya reportedly died this Friday morning in a road accident near Catholic University.

Daniel Ndambuki confirmed the news on Twitter.

Ayeiya was one of the earliest and funniest comedians on the popular Sunday night show. His appearances have over time reduced, but he continued to be an audience favourite every time he showed up.

His gave his last performance yesterday, and that should be aired on Sunday.

Kenyans on Twitter continue to send their condolences.

Waking up to the sad news that one of our best Kenyan Comedian Emmanuel aka Ayeiya has passed on. Condolences to the family #RipAyeiya pic.twitter.com/KQKUwu3ssa

— Jimmy Gait (@JimmyGait) April 14, 2017

RIP CHURCHILL SHOW COMEDIAN Ayeiya

— GIDI (@Gidiogidi) April 14, 2017

Sad to learn of Ayeiya's passing. I'm lucky to have to have witnessed his last performance yesterday. My deepest condolences. Rest in Peace. pic.twitter.com/JMFsf9SdDZ

— Esther M Passaris (@EstherPassaris) April 14, 2017

Churchill show Comedian Emmanuel Makori famously known as Ayeiya PoaPoa dies in a road accident along Langata Road. #RipAyeiya #Ayeya pic.twitter.com/wOgC29l7Sl

— Ahmed Mohamed (@asmali77) April 14, 2017

May God rest his soul in peace.

Rachael Shebesh, or Mama Nai, as she’s fondly referred to by her supporters, this past Sunday appeared on the Churchill Show alongside three other Nairobi Women Representative aspirants and totally obliterated them in a heated debate that saw one of the aspirants twerk to the audience and the others fumble around unable to put up a decent, bankable argument.

As the incumbent, Ms Shebesh delved into topics ranging from her family to the work that she’s spiritedly done for the last three years and also her intention to defend her seat and expressed confidence in winning the seat for another five years.

As one of the most vocal and industrious politicians, whose style, pomp and candor has won many and endeared her to the masses, Ms Shebesh was resplendent in sports attire that paid full homage to the National Flag – she wore a track suit with the National Flag stripes that ran from her neck to her feet.

Mama Nai also took the chance to shine a light on her achievements as the current Nairobi Women’s Rep – she reiterated her passion in defending and improving the lives of women and the disabled and also said that it wouldn’t matter whether she won the seat again or not, her resolve would remain the same.

Also on the show was aspirants Karen Nyamu, Millicent Omanga and Esther Passaris who recently stepped down from the arduous race to capture the Nairobi Gubernatorial seat.

Millicent was hugely booed and shouted down when she suggested that the Women’s Rep seat should be a one-term only affair attracting huge backlash from the audience.

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Musician Akothee has rubbished alleged reports that she and her manager Nelson aka Nelly Oaks have a romantic thing going on.

The speculations emerged after the Tucheze singer uploaded a photo on social media showing love to her manager Nelly, in addition to the many posts the two share on their social media accounts.

Before the speculations could spread any further, Akothee through social media has set the record straight saying her relationship with Nelly is only business.

“IF only you knew what this Man means to me , HE means the whole world to me , the higher you go the thinner the air , ooh yes I have not many friends I believe they are not upto 5 to be precise, I have too much to handle , & am not everyone’s cup of tea , forget about the glam you see , men/ managers , came & flea not even running , they took off , simply because they saw the wealth & not the person I am ,they wanted money& glam & not recieve the pressure , I have been so lonely for so long till I met this innocent Soul @nellyoaks , he comes from a rich family the (royal ), there is no wealth he has not seen so pliz chill , HE is calm , straight , patient ,loving & sobber , we have alot in common , he is family , he has a goal as a youth, to bring change , he has tammed me to be a better person , employees are relaxed now because he is approachable ,leave madamboss alone ,

WE ARE IN A BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP & I AM HIS BUSINESS HE IS MY MANAGER PERIOD. so whatever he is managing should be none of your business as long as your manager isn’t missing be positive . the rest God will provide. @nellyoaks AKOTHEE EMPIRE, I have 4 subjects in my travel lists . Madamboss, MY family @nellyoaks , @austin_blacks my photographer. period. I & my children feel safe in his hands , that’s why we are free with each other ,@nellyoaks the first person In my call list , @nellyoaks when am down , @nellyoaks when mic is not working @nellyoaks when the flight is not yet booked @nellyoaks when the hotel booked is not my standard, (eeeeeeish this Man , ayud pesa kanye anyieuni ndege nyakwar oyugi)” she posted.

Comedian and former Radio Maisha presenter Phelix Odiwuor aka Jalang’o has moved to settle his fan’s nerves following his exit from Radio Maisha.

Ardent and loyal listeners of the comedian have been in meltdown over the last two weeks since Jalango left the morning show alongside co-host Alex Mwakideu.

Read: Wacha Ukiritimba Rudi Kazini! Social Media Goes into Meltdown After Jalang’o Quit Radio Maisha

One distraught fan penned a heartfelt message to Jalas over his exit which prompted the comedian to finally speak up.

Read the message:

Responding to the message, Jalango told his fans not to worry as he will be back soon. He, however, did not divulge any details on where he will be next after the reported campaign job that made him leave Radio Maisha.

“Don’t worry my fans…..we will be back soon…Bigger and better…And I will let you know in good time! Keep it here….we will soon be happy again,” wrote Jalas.

The self-proclaimed OG Khaligraph Jones has once again left his fans in complete awe with another dope freestyle session.

When he is not dropping new music, the Micasa Sucasa rapper keeps his over 150,000 followers on Instagram entertained with weekly freestyle sessions.

Usually shot inside his ride, the sessions have become a big hit as the rapper shows his versatility with amazing rap flows.

In his previous sesh, Khaligraph took up his rap alter-ego ‘Kasee’ and impressively showed off his Kamba rap flow.

Now, the talented rapper can apparently rap in Jamaican. In his latest sesh, he effortlessly switches from a Dancehall flow to a rap flow and it is thoroughly entertaining and impressive.

Check it out:

We Flexxing Fam, 1960 brief freestyle Session #respectheogs

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He is one of the most sought after award winning professional DJs in Kenya, an enviable feat that makes DJ Joe Mfalme one the busiest and wealthiest entertainers in Kenya.

For a guy who once said that he did not come to Nairobi for holiday but to hustle, the popular spin master is living upto his word.

Last week, the Capital FM resident DJ acquired a new ride for his work related travels. According to Mfalme, the Toyota Alphard is a two-year dream come true.

“2 years ago I had a vision of having a fleet of company cars. Last year on fools day I pranked y’all that I had bought a van and this month, my 2 year old dream came to reality. Here is the first luxury van. This is for all work related travels. With GOD and prayers everything is possible. On to the next one,” said Mfalme.

Kenya’s top comic Eric Omondi has returned with a fresh new parody video.

In his new creative parody dubbed ‘Hapana’, the comedian has deviated from the norm..sacrificing his renowned ‘madness’ for a more serious message.

‘Hapana’ is a parody of the massive hit – Baby Pana – by Nigerian singer Tekno. The song is a message to politicians ahead of the upcoming August 8 polls.

Watch the video:

Kibera’s other finest rapper Kayvo KForce is back with a new banging jam.

Dubbed ‘Ghetto’, the track is an ode to the biggest slums in Kenya – Kibera – where the rapper hails from.

According to KForce, the music video for the track gives a glimpse into what life is like in the ghetto slums.

” This song is an over view of what goes on in my Ghetto, Kibera as well as other slums In Nairobi and Kenya, those who live or have lived in the slums will relate while those who dont will get aglimpse into the kind of environment i had to thrive in,” says the rapper.

Check it out:

Kenya’s afropop band Sauti Sol and Uganda’s ragga and dancehall crooner Bebe Cool have linked up for the newest East African smash hit.

Dubbed ‘Mbozi za Malwa’, the song was produced by Danz, co- arranged by Sauti Sol, mixed and mastered by Ogopa Inc.

‘Mbozi za Malwa’ is Luganda for  ‘Conversations that usually take place when friends are having a drink at a local bar.’

” In many African communities, you only have to go to a local bar for a drink with friends to get to know the latest news happening around your community,” explains Bebe Cool.

The track has only be released in audio and is fast making waves across the region.

Give it a listen below as we wait for the video.

After two failed tries, Tanzanian hitmaker Darassa is finally coming to perform in Kenya.

The ‘Muziki’ hitmaker will arrive in the country next week and will be performing on April 30th at the B-Club Pool Party. He will be accompanied by fellow hitmaker Ben Pol.

The two stars are expected in the country as early as April 27th for a meet and greet at B-Club.

Tickets are going for Sh2000 for the ladies and Sh3000 for the gents.

To avoid a third cancellation, the hitmaker will this time be brought in by Raverend Entertainment which is run by Shaffie Weru.

After Darassa’s previous no-shows, the hitmaker blamed Kenyan event organizers for not fulfilling their end of the contract.

Singer Sarah Nanaa better known as Lady Nanaa is grabbing headlines once again, this time for proposing to her boyfriend.

According to the singer, gone are the days when women would wait to be proposed to.

“Yeah I popped the question and he said, ‘Yes, yes, yes!’ It is a high time we start being ourselves instead of complaining, take the initiative as a lady,” Nanaa told Word Is.

Nanaa, who allegedly called off her 2015 wedding at the last minute after reportedly coming across a video of her then to be husband cheating on her with one of her friends, popped the big question on Good Friday.

She defended the bold decision saying, “I didn’t see the big deal in waiting for him to do so and I know we both genuinely love each other.”

“Of course he was dumbfounded at first, he took like 30 seconds to take in my question,” she said, adding, “He said he had for so long waited for that very moment I would say that and I have made him the happiest man.”

Though she did not want to release the proposal photos because her fiance prefers a life away from the limelight, Nanaa revealed that the two have known each other for 16 years.