Nairobi witnesses a landmark cultural moment as a Russian ballet troupe performs in Kenya for the first time, marking a new chapter in cultural ties between the two nations. The performance takes place at the Kenya National Theatre, drawing a diverse audience and generating strong public interest. Opening the evening, Russian
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Bodaboda Riders Torch Matatu After Fatal Crash on Juja Road
Paramount Hotel Kigali Hosts University–Industry Mentorship Forum
The event successfully united professionals, students, and guests to engage in meaningful discussions about how regional universities can cultivate industry-ready graduates. It included valuable mentorship sessions and networking opportunities.Dr. Martin Kimemia, Vice Chancellor of Mount Kigali University Rwanda (MKUR), spearheaded a vital conversation focused on bridging the gap between theory
How Anime and Manga Became Gen Z’s Emotional Language in Kenya
Three years ago, I first recognized a significant cultural shift at a matatu stage while waiting for a ride home. I overheard a conductor arguing about fare when two classmates from my fourth-year university class engaged in a passionate discussion about whether *Demon Slayer* had “fallen off.” Their conversation revolved
Kenyan Family in Iowa Involved in Naivasha Road Crash
A Kenyan family residing in Waterloo, Iowa, is grappling with the profound loss of three siblings who tragically died in a road accident in Kenya during what was intended to be a joyous family holiday.The catastrophic incident occurred on January 4, 2026, in Naivasha along the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway, abruptly ending
Fuel Prices Drop, Offering Kenyans Temporary Relief
Kenyan motorists are welcoming good news at the start of the week as fuel prices have been reduced nationwide, marking a positive shift for household and business budgets. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced the new prices, which come into effect immediately and reflect improvements in the value
Vindee Admits Pranking Kenyans Over IShowSpeed Visit
Kenyan content creator and prankster Vindee has finally come clean after days of online backlash over claims that he was part of American streamer IShowSpeed’s Kenya tour. The social media personality admitted that he deliberately misled the public, revealing that the entire episode was a carefully executed nationwide prank. Vindee had
The Dangote Blueprint: Building Leaders, Not Just Empires
In a continent often defined by its wealth of natural resources and youthful potential, the conversation around legacy and succession has remained fraught with tension. Too often, great fortunes amassed by pioneering entrepreneurs fragment or fade within a generation, leaving behind little more than stories of what once was. But
KMPDC Shuts Down Illegal Clinics in Nairobi After Patient Harm
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) closed four illegal and low-quality medical centers in Nairobi. Two patients hit hard times at unregistered clinics.Months back, the council shut more than 150 Nairobi health spots. They failed on licenses and rules.On January 10, 2026, KMPDC issued a statement. They work
