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Arts & Entertainment
Sauti Sol Announces World Tour Including First US Stadium Show
Kenyan music icons Sauti Sol have announced a 28-date world tour featuring their historic first US stadium performance at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium in October 2026.
Podcast Scene in Kenya: Shows Covering Local Stories
Key takeawaysFocus topic: Kenya podcasts local storiesCovers: genres, platforms, creators, practical tips for residents and visitorsBest for: residents, diaspora returnees and visitors planning aro…
Lamu Old Town UNESCO Visit: Culture, Dhows and Swahili Heritage
Key takeawaysFocus topic: Lamu Old Town guideCovers: history, festivals, how to get there, practical tips for residents and visitorsBest for: residents, diaspora returnees and visitors planning aro…
Bien Leads Kenya's Strong Showing at EAEA Global 2026 Nominations
Bien, Guardian Angel, Khaligraph Jones, and Otile Brown are among a broad Kenyan field nominated at the EAEA Global 2026 entertainment awards for East Africa.
Ruto Boosts Creative Fund to Sh1bn, Launches Economy State Dept
President Ruto raised Kenya's Creative Industry Development Fund to Sh1 billion, directed 30% of government ad spend to creative platforms, and launched a State Dept.
Nawi, Sukari and Kash Money Dominate 14th Kalasha Awards
Feature film 'Nawi', short film 'Sukari', and TV drama 'Kash Money' each won five awards at the 14th Kalasha ceremony, as Ruto raised prize money to Sh500,000.
Schools Music Festival 2026: Kenya Heads to Kibabii Nationals
Kenya's schools music festival circuit moves through regional stages, building toward an August national finale at Kibabii University for ~30,000 students.
Creative Economy Bill 2026 Faces Revolt From Kenya's Artists
Kenya's Creative Economy Bill 2026 faces a formal backlash, with artists warning the draft law excludes IP rights and risks enabling censorship of political art.
Kenya Crown Awards 2026: DJ MacJOJ Wins as Mugithi Thrives
DJ MacJOJ won Best Male Kikuyu DJ at the Kenya Crown Awards 2026 in Ruiru with 322,440 votes, while mugithi stars Wanja Asali and 90k Kamsoo swept the lead music categories.