NAIROBI, Kenya, September 13, 2026 — Kisumu County Chief Officer for Education, Technical Training, Innovation and Social Services, Eng. Bovince Ochieng, is increasingly attracting national attention for his work in education, skills development and public service after receiving yet another recognition for his contribution to society. Eng. Ochieng was among changemakers
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SPICY Awards Make Historic Debut, Putting Changemakers on the Mainstage
NAIROBI, Kenya, September 12, 2026 — Changemakers from Kenya and other parts of the world were celebrated on Saturday as the inaugural SPICY Awards 2026 were held at Mageuzi Hub in Hurlingham, Nairobi, marking the launch of a new platform dedicated to recognising individuals and organisations creating positive impact in
Swift Academy Applications for Music Creatives Close Friday
Applications for the inaugural Swift Academy will close this Friday, August 28. This is a unique opportunity for Nairobi-based music creatives and industry professionals to enhance their skills, learn from seasoned experts, and forge valuable connections within the music ecosystem.Initiated by Martell and curated by Africa House, the academy will
Meta Agrees to $18 Billion Over Child Safety on Facebook and Instagram
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has committed to a payment of up to $18 billion (£13.24 billion) to resolve claims from 29 U.S. states regarding the impact of its platforms on children.California's Attorney General, representing one of the suing states, emphasized that the settlement encompasses a variety
Country Legend Dolly Parton Dies at 80
Dolly Parton, a legendary figure in country music and a beloved philanthropist, has passed away at the age of 80.Her nephew, Brian Seaver, shared the news on Instagram, expressing the profound mix of pride and sadness that accompanies this moment. He stated, “I have imagined the heaviness of this moment
MC Mwakideu Reveals Battle With Hearing Loss
Media personality MC Alex Mwakideu has courageously shared his personal health journey, shedding light on his years-long battle with hearing loss. In his self-produced short documentary, "Hear Me Clearly," Mwakideu invites viewers to revisit his roots in Mombasa, recounting his quest for solutions to a condition that posed a serious
Radio Africa Brands Dominate Online With 10 Million Followers
Radio Africa Group has hit an impressive milestone of over 10 million followers across its digital platforms, amplifying its reach beyond traditional radio and solidifying its presence in Kenya’s online media landscape.The latest GeoPoll Q1 2026 Kenya Radio Audience Survey shows that this vibrant digital audience is spread across Facebook,
Woman Shot During Police Raid on Kisumu Shisha Joint
A woman suffered a gunshot wound during a police raid on a shisha joint in Dunga, Kisumu County. She received treatment at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital after being shot under unclear circumstances.Witnesses reported that the police, enforcing the operation, shot the woman when chaos erupted as patrons
Njugush Confirms Split from Celestine After Years Together
Popular comedian Timothy Kimani Ndegwa, known as Njugush, has announced his separation from longtime partner Celestine, confirming that the couple quietly parted ways last year. In a concise statement, Njugush explained that they reached this decision after thorough contemplation and with mutual respect. “Last year, we decided to part ways
Radio Africa’s “The Takeover” to Shake Up Kenyan Airwaves
Kenya's radio landscape is about to experience a significant transformation as Radio Africa Group celebrates its 25th anniversary with a groundbreaking live broadcast event. Titled "The Takeover," this initiative will have presenters from the Group's four leading stations—Kiss 100, Classic 105, HOMEBoyz Radio, and Radio Jambo—swap shows for an entire