On Wednesday, Nollywood stars, filmmakers, and veterans from Nigeria's entertainment industry gathered at Glover Memorial Hall in Lagos to celebrate the life of the late actor Olu Jacobs during a heartfelt Night of Tributes.This special ceremony united colleagues and friends from various generations of Nigerian theatre, television, and film, as
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Dolly Parton Estate Faces Family Dispute
A dispute unfolded at Dolly Parton’s estate on Wednesday, as the late country music icon’s manager accused her nephew of making violent threats.The conflict emerged when Danny Nozell, Parton’s long-time manager, sought a restraining order against Bryan Seaver. He claimed that Seaver had engaged in an “escalating campaign of threats”
Macondo Literary Festival Opens in Nairobi
Join the Macondo Literary Festival, launching in Nairobi on Friday, September 18. Enjoy complimentary entry to the opening ceremony, with no tickets required.The festivities commence at 4:30 PM at the Kenya Cultural Centre, welcoming readers, writers, artists, and anyone intrigued by the festival to engage and participate.This opening ceremony signifies
TikTok Requires Kenyan Creators to Submit Tax Details
Tiktok has informed Kenyan content creators that they must provide their tax information to ensure compliance with Kenya’s tax regulations. In a recent announcement, TikTok encourages creators to complete the Kenya tax form promptly to meet these requirements. This notification appears under System Notifications and features a “Go to tax
Bovince Ochieng’s Star Rises as Education Chief Earns National Recognition, Eyes Kisumu Central Seat
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
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