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Veteran Kenyan music producer Eric Musyoka, who has worked with artists including Sauti Sol, Juliani, and Nonini since the late 1990s, discusses what he sees as the obstacles facing Kenya's music industry, arguing that a lack of talent is not the problem.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Veteran Kenyan music producer Eric Musyoka, who has worked with artists including Sauti Sol, Juliani, and Nonini since the late 1990s, discusses what he sees as the obstacles facing Kenya's music industry, arguing that a lack of talent is not the problem.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Standard corrects an earlier report: the inauguration fete for the Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o Cultural and Arts Centre in Limuru is scheduled for August 29 and is free and open to the public, according to a family spokesperson. The article also reflects on the late author's life, legacy, and lesser-known artistic collaborations with activist Ndungi Githuku.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Burns Brothers and Strathmore University Business School have launched Creative Economy 101, a self-paced online programme to equip African creators with business skills. The seven-module course covers entrepreneurship, intellectual property, finance, and business growth, with participants paying Ksh.8,500 for certification.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Korean band BTS announced they will not submit music for next year's Grammy Awards after the Recording Academy introduced a new Asian pop category, which the group says restricts regional artists' success. BTS stated they hope music is heard for what it is rather than being defined by region or language.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Students across the country will compete for a Ksh.2.5 million prize pot at this year's Kenya Music Festival nationals, to be held at Kibabi University in Bungoma County, after Equity Bank provided the funds for categories it sponsors.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spotify's Greasy Tunes Nairobi was a 12-day cultural programme held between July 15 and 26 at Heltz House, bringing together artists, listeners, creators, fashion enthusiasts, food lovers and storytellers to explore the connections between music and everyday life in the city.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
American hip-hop artist Chance the Rapper toured the Nairobi National Museum's exhibition on the Mau Mau movement and urged Kenyans to embrace their country's historic role in the uprising against British colonialism, emphasizing the importance of teaching children about Kenya's history and African liberation.
28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
New AI platforms including Sinai.ai, My Smart Book, and Amazon's Audible feature are allowing readers to interact with e-books and audiobooks via chatbots that answer questions about characters, historical context, and other story details drawn directly from the book's text.
27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jean Ojiro advanced through all rounds of the Miss Universe Kenya competition, ultimately winning the title. Judges highlighted her authenticity, humility, and willingness to learn as key factors in her selection to represent Kenya globally.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
Marvel announced "Black Panther III" at Comic-Con on Saturday, with British actor David Jonsson playing T'Challa's son in the film, scheduled for release on December 15, 2028. Jonsson, known for HBO's "Industry" and the 2025 film "The Long Walk," takes on the lead role following Chadwick Boseman's death in 2020.
26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →