Monday 26 October 2015
Diana Opoti: Homosexuals need fairness
FASHION communication and strategist Diana Opoti has written to President Uhuru Kenyatta urging him to review his stand regarding homosexuals in Kenya.
Opoti – who is currently running the second edition of her fashion initiative dubbed 100 Days of African Fashion – took to Facebook saying that homosexuals deserve to be treated fairly.
She wrote (verbatim): “Dear Mr President...I’m a straight woman ...I interact with gay and straight people alike. Our sexuality hardly comes up in conversation, we mostly exist as friends...coworkers ...partners...assuming a world of equality. You know...they don’t bite...sting...or offend us in any way. They want the same things we do..to be with the person they love. Why is that such a mission?”
“But you feel that “the majority in our society yes, do not wish to legalize, yes, this issue of gay rights.” Who’s the majority? Did we vote? Do you realize that your statement stamps the fate of many gay people who are then ostracized? Did we vote?
Who is the majority? Who gives us the right to judge and malign others of a different sexual orientation? Confused Kenyan citizen/ #NotTheMajority (sic),” she said.
Opoti – who is currently running the second edition of her fashion initiative dubbed 100 Days of African Fashion – took to Facebook saying that homosexuals deserve to be treated fairly.
She wrote (verbatim): “Dear Mr President...I’m a straight woman ...I interact with gay and straight people alike. Our sexuality hardly comes up in conversation, we mostly exist as friends...coworkers ...partners...assuming a world of equality. You know...they don’t bite...sting...or offend us in any way. They want the same things we do..to be with the person they love. Why is that such a mission?”
“But you feel that “the majority in our society yes, do not wish to legalize, yes, this issue of gay rights.” Who’s the majority? Did we vote? Do you realize that your statement stamps the fate of many gay people who are then ostracized? Did we vote?
Who is the majority? Who gives us the right to judge and malign others of a different sexual orientation? Confused Kenyan citizen/ #NotTheMajority (sic),” she said.
Wednesday 21 October 2015
KRA Officials to be vetted in bid to stop corruption
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) officials will be vetted in a bid to stop corruption in the Authority.
According to President Uhuru Kenyatta the staff will be vetted among others who handle sensitive tax matters.
According to President Uhuru Kenyatta the staff will be vetted among others who handle sensitive tax matters.
Al Shabaab suspect held at Voi police station
A Suspected Alshabaab militant who was found with a gunshot wound on the head is being held at Voi police station.
The suspect was arrested by CID officer at a farm in Voi after he was reported by his fellow farm workers.
The suspect was arrested by CID officer at a farm in Voi after he was reported by his fellow farm workers.
Friday 16 October 2015
Uliniumba Nikuabudu- Angela Chibalonza Lyrics
Uliniumba nikuabudu (You created me to worship you)
Kwa ajili yako mimi naishi (Because of you I’m alive)
Pasipo wewe singekuwepo (Without you I would not be here)
Mimi ni kazi ya mikono yako (I am the work of your hands)
Chukua- Alice Kimanzi Lyrics
Wewe ni Mungu Mkuu, mwenye kutenda mema
(You are a Great God, who does good)
Mito yako ni mema, umejawa na wema
(Your paths are good, you are full of good)
Fadhili nazo na wema, nami sasa nasema ahsante
(Your goodness and mercies, I say thank you)
(Repeat)
Nyota ya asubuhi (Yesu) (The Morning Star, Jesus)
Mfalme wa amani (Yesu) (The Prince of Peace, Jesus)
Jiwe la pembeni (Yesu) (The corner Stone, Jesus)
Mwanzo tena mwisho(Yesu) (The Beginning and the End, Jesus)
Thursday 8 October 2015
Did Rabbit reply to Vigeti’s diss track?
When Johnny Vigeti released
Simba his alleged diss
track aimed at local rappers,
the later scampered
for safety. Friday 2 October 2015
Isabella Lyrics - Sauti Sol
Hey Isabella
Are you gonna come out and dance, with me tonight
The stars look beautiful, outside, so so beautiful
Tell your mama i said sorry
I didn't bring you home early, last time
And I was a little tipsy
I know she doesn't miss me
So put on those shoes, that I like
And we'll go, and dance the night away
Away, Yeah!!
Safari Lyrics - Adawnage Band
Safari, hii safari ni ngumu boy
Safari, hii safari oh
Safari, si tu safarini
Niko safarini kaza mwendo, ninakaza mwendo
Najikaza kabisa aah
Niko safarini kaza mwendo, ninakaza mwendo
nipate taji la maisha, aah (repeat)
Dandi lyrics- Kristoff ft frasha and Kaka Sungura
Leo mi na dandia tu kama mat
Leo mi na dandia tu kama mat
Leo mi na dandia tu kama mat
Leo mi na dan, mi na dan, mi na dan, mi na dan
Mi na dandia tu kama mathree
Leo mi na dandia tu kama mathree
Leo mi na dandia tu kama mathree
Leo mi na dan, mi na dan, mi na dan, mi na dan, mi na
Uliza Kiatu - H_art the Band Lyrics
You see love, makes you do crazy things
Ask my shoes, uliza kiatu
And what I went through to buy you those rings
Ask my shoes, uliza kiatu
Masaibu ninayoyapitia, kukupeleka dinner
Uliza kiatu
Na gatheri ninavyokatafuna, eti ndo ukule burger, pizza
Uliza kiatu
Kukachora - Nonini ft Chege lyrics
Nimeshika kalamu na karasi nikachora
Mistari za ku explan-ia life
Ku-plan, kukachora
Kuna kukachora kalamu nadili
Alafu kuna kukachora na akili
Popular pastor's wife hangs out with drinking friends
The wife of a popular televangelist was spotted in one of the restuarants in Westlands, Nairobi, having jolly good time with her drinking friends. The female pastor was in the company of middle-aged women who were chugging expensive wine and imported beer at the restuarant.
However, the flashy woman of God ordered mocktails. Together with her husband, they are known for their ostentatious lifesyle. At the end of the evening when the bill was brought one would have expected the jet setting wife of the pastor to pay the bill for her pals but everyone chipped in and paid for the bill.
It goes to show that pastors' wives also have friends away from the flock. Friends who know how to live it up.
However, the flashy woman of God ordered mocktails. Together with her husband, they are known for their ostentatious lifesyle. At the end of the evening when the bill was brought one would have expected the jet setting wife of the pastor to pay the bill for her pals but everyone chipped in and paid for the bill.
It goes to show that pastors' wives also have friends away from the flock. Friends who know how to live it up.
"MORGAN HERITAGE BRING MORE THAN JUST MUSIC TO KENYA
TOMORROW night, visiting reggae legends Morgan Heritage will thrill fans in a one off concert at KICC in Nairobi. However, the reggae royal family that jetted into Kenya on Tuesday night had a busy itinerary.
On Wednesday, they visited Korogocho where they took part in a Miss Koch event where 40 children were presented with university scholarships to further their education .
"We are hoping that the visit by Morgan Heritage will shine a light into what Miss Koch is doing for the slum children," Tru Balq CEO Big Kev said."
Yesterday the Don Hafi Dread hitmakers had lunch at K'Osewe so as to have the best "Kenyan experience". After which they paid a courtesy call to Nairobi governor Evans Kidero at his office. Later that evening they attended a " private event".
Speaking of their experience in Kenya, Peetah Morgan said, "My most memorable moment of Kenya is when we had a road trip to Kisumu and had lunch at the shores of Lake Victoria." "They served us a big fish. I remember telling Peetah, 'This tastes like Jamaica'," Gramps Morgan added, "I took the fish and seasoned it my way."
Gramps went on to talk about his cook book that details the history of jerk seasoning. The book is published under his food line Gramps' Farms. The company was inspired by his late Mother Pearl, when he saw her chew and feed an old homeless woman sugar cane straight from her mouth because the old woman had no teeth to chew the sugar cane. Beside food, Gramps has a label that will also distribute Wyre's album outside Africa. Morgan Heritage fans who were expecting to see Una Morgan will be disappointed because she couldn't make it due to family obligations. Peetah explained, "Our sister is a mother as well as much as she would have loved to be here, her second son has started college in the USA and she had to be there for him. She promised to be here next time."
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On Wednesday, they visited Korogocho where they took part in a Miss Koch event where 40 children were presented with university scholarships to further their education .
"We are hoping that the visit by Morgan Heritage will shine a light into what Miss Koch is doing for the slum children," Tru Balq CEO Big Kev said."
Yesterday the Don Hafi Dread hitmakers had lunch at K'Osewe so as to have the best "Kenyan experience". After which they paid a courtesy call to Nairobi governor Evans Kidero at his office. Later that evening they attended a " private event".
Speaking of their experience in Kenya, Peetah Morgan said, "My most memorable moment of Kenya is when we had a road trip to Kisumu and had lunch at the shores of Lake Victoria." "They served us a big fish. I remember telling Peetah, 'This tastes like Jamaica'," Gramps Morgan added, "I took the fish and seasoned it my way."
Gramps went on to talk about his cook book that details the history of jerk seasoning. The book is published under his food line Gramps' Farms. The company was inspired by his late Mother Pearl, when he saw her chew and feed an old homeless woman sugar cane straight from her mouth because the old woman had no teeth to chew the sugar cane. Beside food, Gramps has a label that will also distribute Wyre's album outside Africa. Morgan Heritage fans who were expecting to see Una Morgan will be disappointed because she couldn't make it due to family obligations. Peetah explained, "Our sister is a mother as well as much as she would have loved to be here, her second son has started college in the USA and she had to be there for him. She promised to be here next time."
CHRIS BROWN WANTS AUSTRALIAN VISA TO DISCUSS "DOMESTIC VIOLENCE"
The singer is scheduled to go on tour in Australia in December. He was told on Sunday that he had 28 days to appeal against the decision .
"I would be more than grateful to come to Australia to raise awareness about domestic violence," Chris tweeted. "I'm not the pink elephant in the room anymore.My life mistakes should be a wake up call for everyone. Showing the world that mistakes don't define you. Trying to prevent spousal abuse."
In 2009, Chris Brown pleaded guilty to assaulting his then girlfriend, pop star Rihanna.
Local celebrities speak out on cyber-bullying
When news broke that a 19-year-old committed suicide after being sexually abused and bullied by her Facebook lover, the country was outraged. Cyber bullying had claimed yet another victim. NEWSPOT254 takes a close look at local celebrities who have gone through it and spoken out.
It takes a different kind of courage to stand tall in the face of malicious, targeted and constant criticism, and not many can claim to have it. From abusive text messages to personal insults on Twitter and Facebook,
cyber-bullying is on the rise. The latest victim? Nineteen-year-old Mercy Bundi.
We live in a culture of digital cruelty that no one is immune to. Whether you are a celebrity, the child of a public figure or the common mwananchi. Anyone can be a target.
However, celebrities are usually on the receiving end of vicious cyber bullying. And while some of them bury their heads in the sand and wait for it to blow over, others speak up. And like some of these celebrities, we should also take a stand.
Juliana Kanyomozi
Losing a loved one, more so a child is one the most heartbreaking experience anyone can go through
but many people did not think of this while attacking the beautiful songstress as she was mourning her son
last year. Instead of sympathising with the Ugandan songbird, social media users tore her down even more
by insulting and calling her offensive names.
Adelle Onyango
The radio presenter is no stranger to cyber bullying making her develop quite the thick skin. Sometime back, a social media user compared her to a monkey. Adelle used the opportunity to encourage others who might be going through the same. Posting the photoshopped meme showing the rude and insulting juxtaposition
of a monkey next to her, Adelle had this to say: “Bumped into this in my mentions. Ever since my first stint
with cyber bullying and being involved in the Inua Dada campaign handling bullying and its effects, I have done a lot of reading on it. Seeing the number of suicides linked to bullying broke my heart. Your memes/tweets etc could be the last nail in someone’s coffin…you ready to live with that? And #teamadelle y’all are young people some of whom are being bullied now…it is not a reflection of your character
or your beauty - no. But a reflection of the bully’s damaged character! I hope these words do something for you! Keep smiling!”
We hoped we’d heard the last of this tale, but another cyber bully targeted the presenter. Adelle confronted her saying that “she does not subscribe to her definition of beauty.”
Larry Madowo
The TV personality is no stranger to cyber bullets. He has been attacked mercilessly on countless occasions
on social media. Outrageous memes of the presenter have circulated online punctuated by disturbing captions.
Having had his fair share of online abuse and humiliation, Larry penned an unapologetic tell off article directed to online bullies. “Anybody who engages in cyberbullying is really just trying to cover up their own feelings of inadequacy and disillusionment with life,” he wrote in the September 2014 article.
Linda Nyangweso
After a photo of the bubbly radio presenter found its way to Twitter, a section of Kenyans on Twitter saw this as the perfect opportunity to attack the presenter over her weight. Here’s what she said; “OMG.Woke up this morning to realise people have discovered my secret: I’M FAT!!*#brushshoulder*#whatsnew
#livingmylifelikeitsgolde! LOL”
Linda went ahead to add that her “being a big girl isn’t exactly news let alone Kenya’s best kept secret.”
Janet Mbugua
The screen siren was trolled for being on screen while pregnant. The news anchor was bewildered when
she found herself in the midst of an Internet storm. One guy sent her a vicious tweet aimed at gnawing the sassy presenter’s self esteem. He tweeted , “Just wondering why Janet Mbugua must newscast in that condition. Never seen it before on Kenyan TV but I think it’s gross.”
Being human, Janet was rattled by the comment and cited being hurt. “I had sat in my car and was about
to turn on the ignition but the tweet stopped me dead in my tracks. I usually pay no mind to people trolling
me, that will always be there, but this was an insult to every expectant mother and I was deeply offended by
his ignorance, bullying and insensitivity…” she wrote on a blog post.
Janet was not to take this one sitting, so she slammed the trolls while simultaneously receiving outpouring support from a legion of social media followers.
It takes a different kind of courage to stand tall in the face of malicious, targeted and constant criticism, and not many can claim to have it. From abusive text messages to personal insults on Twitter and Facebook,
cyber-bullying is on the rise. The latest victim? Nineteen-year-old Mercy Bundi.
We live in a culture of digital cruelty that no one is immune to. Whether you are a celebrity, the child of a public figure or the common mwananchi. Anyone can be a target.
However, celebrities are usually on the receiving end of vicious cyber bullying. And while some of them bury their heads in the sand and wait for it to blow over, others speak up. And like some of these celebrities, we should also take a stand.
Juliana Kanyomozi
Losing a loved one, more so a child is one the most heartbreaking experience anyone can go through
but many people did not think of this while attacking the beautiful songstress as she was mourning her son
last year. Instead of sympathising with the Ugandan songbird, social media users tore her down even more
by insulting and calling her offensive names.
Adelle Onyango
The radio presenter is no stranger to cyber bullying making her develop quite the thick skin. Sometime back, a social media user compared her to a monkey. Adelle used the opportunity to encourage others who might be going through the same. Posting the photoshopped meme showing the rude and insulting juxtaposition
of a monkey next to her, Adelle had this to say: “Bumped into this in my mentions. Ever since my first stint
with cyber bullying and being involved in the Inua Dada campaign handling bullying and its effects, I have done a lot of reading on it. Seeing the number of suicides linked to bullying broke my heart. Your memes/tweets etc could be the last nail in someone’s coffin…you ready to live with that? And #teamadelle y’all are young people some of whom are being bullied now…it is not a reflection of your character
or your beauty - no. But a reflection of the bully’s damaged character! I hope these words do something for you! Keep smiling!”
We hoped we’d heard the last of this tale, but another cyber bully targeted the presenter. Adelle confronted her saying that “she does not subscribe to her definition of beauty.”
Larry Madowo
The TV personality is no stranger to cyber bullets. He has been attacked mercilessly on countless occasions
on social media. Outrageous memes of the presenter have circulated online punctuated by disturbing captions.
Having had his fair share of online abuse and humiliation, Larry penned an unapologetic tell off article directed to online bullies. “Anybody who engages in cyberbullying is really just trying to cover up their own feelings of inadequacy and disillusionment with life,” he wrote in the September 2014 article.
Linda Nyangweso
After a photo of the bubbly radio presenter found its way to Twitter, a section of Kenyans on Twitter saw this as the perfect opportunity to attack the presenter over her weight. Here’s what she said; “OMG.Woke up this morning to realise people have discovered my secret: I’M FAT!!*#brushshoulder*#whatsnew
#livingmylifelikeitsgolde! LOL”
Linda went ahead to add that her “being a big girl isn’t exactly news let alone Kenya’s best kept secret.”
Janet Mbugua
The screen siren was trolled for being on screen while pregnant. The news anchor was bewildered when
she found herself in the midst of an Internet storm. One guy sent her a vicious tweet aimed at gnawing the sassy presenter’s self esteem. He tweeted , “Just wondering why Janet Mbugua must newscast in that condition. Never seen it before on Kenyan TV but I think it’s gross.”
Being human, Janet was rattled by the comment and cited being hurt. “I had sat in my car and was about
to turn on the ignition but the tweet stopped me dead in my tracks. I usually pay no mind to people trolling
me, that will always be there, but this was an insult to every expectant mother and I was deeply offended by
his ignorance, bullying and insensitivity…” she wrote on a blog post.
Janet was not to take this one sitting, so she slammed the trolls while simultaneously receiving outpouring support from a legion of social media followers.
Kenyans love Pablo Escoba's Narcos
KENYANS are fascinated by Columbian drug king pin Pablo Escobar.
According to Google search trends, the trending entertainment search topic last month was Narcos season 1 - a television series released and aired in the US that chronicles the criminal exploits of the drug lord . The critically acclaimed crime drama series, which depicts the criminal escapades of notorious Columbian drug lord Pablo Escobar, wowed global audiences after it received the go-ahead for the production of season 2; less than a week after its August 28 release.
Kenyans also showed they are spiritual as Aflewo 2015 was the second trending entertainment search . Aflewo, which is an acronym for 'Africa Let's Worship' , is an annual interdenominational 'all-night
Worship event. Other trending topics include popular TV show Empire, Emrny Awards, songs
by the late gospel star Kaberere, Doctor Who, a British science-fiction television programme; Limitless, an American drama television series; Spooks, an American drama television series and The Transporter
Refuelled an action thrill er and Tyrant - an American political drama
Kenyans also showed they are spiritual as Aflewo 2015 was the second trending entertainment search . Aflewo, which is an acronym for 'Africa Let's Worship' , is an annual interdenominational 'all-night
Worship event. Other trending topics include popular TV show Empire, Emrny Awards, songs
by the late gospel star Kaberere, Doctor Who, a British science-fiction television programme; Limitless, an American drama television series; Spooks, an American drama television series and The Transporter
Refuelled an action thrill er and Tyrant - an American political drama
Morgan Heritage launching Gramps Morgan Farms and movement in 254
Celebrated Jamaican artistes, Morgan Heritage are in town! They are slated to headline the second edition of Extravaganza at the KICC, where they will be performing for the first time their new album Strictly Roots. They will also be launching Gramps Morgan Farms, a line of Jamaican inspired food seasoning. A Jamaican restaurant is also on the cards in the long term, something which Gramps Morgan is keen to see through. Yesterday, Spice caught up with them at Kosewe Restaurant at the CBD as they were enjoying a Kenyan meal. The artistes later dropped by the offices of Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero for a meet-and-greet session.Morgan Heritage are also launching a movement dubbed, Cool To Be Conscious (CTBC), which aims at creating a culture of celebrating young focused people who are doing well in school and being responsible.
Thursday 1 October 2015
Sh100,000 cash bribe divides FKF North Western branch
A near scuffle ensued in Bungoma last Friday when officials from the North Western branch clashed over Sh100,000 which was donated by a candidate seeking the federation’s top position during the November 13 polls.
The near fight started when one of the senior branch officials raised an alarm over the money
sent to the branch to be shared among four sub branches. The official claimed that he was dismayed that a senior official who received the cash had not told members of the developments and demanded that the cash be released and shared in the open. The senior official who was in procession of the cash tried to defend himself that the money was a personal donation meant for his campaigns but later gave in to the pressure and shared it.
The near fight started when one of the senior branch officials raised an alarm over the money
sent to the branch to be shared among four sub branches. The official claimed that he was dismayed that a senior official who received the cash had not told members of the developments and demanded that the cash be released and shared in the open. The senior official who was in procession of the cash tried to defend himself that the money was a personal donation meant for his campaigns but later gave in to the pressure and shared it.
Bale leads Twitter tributes after Wales beat England in RWC
Real Madrid superstar Gareth Bale was one of many famous faces to take to social media following Wales’ narrow victory over England in their Rugby World Cup showdown in Twickenham. Sage bares all with ·Expose Yoursel' album launch
SAGE'S performance at her album launch left no doubt in her fans minds that she is the real deal. Her lat est album, Expose Yourself was raw, revealing and emotional.
When she took to the stage at the Michael Joseph Centre and started performing, the audience
sat up and listened, Her entire performance was great. At one point in the show, she became
emotional and almost shed a tear. She said, it was her day to "let it all out". The album has songs that describe relationship ups and downs, heartbreak, epiphanies and strength of a woman.
The So Alive star told the audience that after she got her first child, baby Ayana, her life changed and she is now more responsible and strong as a woman.
RnB veteran Didge took to the stage and performed a duet with Sage. She also performed her own rendition of the popular American single dubbed Smile by Scarface and Tupac.
Various artistes showed up for the launch to show their support including Juliani, Rigga , Maisha Superstar winner Phy, Blinky Bill,Muthoni DQ and Patricia Kihoro.
When she took to the stage at the Michael Joseph Centre and started performing, the audience
sat up and listened, Her entire performance was great. At one point in the show, she became
emotional and almost shed a tear. She said, it was her day to "let it all out". The album has songs that describe relationship ups and downs, heartbreak, epiphanies and strength of a woman.
The So Alive star told the audience that after she got her first child, baby Ayana, her life changed and she is now more responsible and strong as a woman.
RnB veteran Didge took to the stage and performed a duet with Sage. She also performed her own rendition of the popular American single dubbed Smile by Scarface and Tupac.
Various artistes showed up for the launch to show their support including Juliani, Rigga , Maisha Superstar winner Phy, Blinky Bill,Muthoni DQ and Patricia Kihoro.
Will you marry me?
Romania scrum-half Florin Surugiu got engaged to his girlfriend Alexandria on the Wembley pitch after his side met Ireland in the Rugby World Cup on Sunday.The 30-year-old Surugiu came off the bench to feature in the Pool D encounter which had a tournament record attendance of 89,267.And afterwards, with thousands still inside the stadium and his team-mates gathered behind him, Surugiu brought girlfriend Alexandria out on to the pitch, got down on one knee and asked her to marry him - and she said yes amid applause from his mates and the fans. Despite his side losing by a wide margin, certainly Wembley was the perfect arena to strike GOLD.
RUFFTONE TO GET DIPLOMATIC PASSPORT
GOSPEL singer Rufftone will be getting a diplomatic passport after he was reappointed Korea's goodwill envoy for public diplomacy.
The Mungu Baba star described the appointment as a "golden opportunity. I want to demystify this role from it being a paper work kind of position to an action oriented one." The singer will be tasked with making
Korean culture and lifestyle known in Kenya and East Africa as well as expand public understanding of a broad range of cultural initiatives that Korea can engage in. "Many Kenyan youth have potential in many facets of society from sports to entrepreneurship to leadership to arts and culture. I will be looking for ways to marry this with Korean culture during my two-year contract," Rufftone said.
Famed for hits like Mwikulu and Walala Yaye, Rufftone will travel to Korea for a week . As is customary with holders of diplomatic passports, the Kenyan actor will enjoy privileges like red carpet treatment
by international governments and no tax liability on income from outside the host country. He will also not be subject to time delaying and annoying customs checks, a chance to meet top-ranking government officials and heads of state, among other perks.
Korean culture and lifestyle known in Kenya and East Africa as well as expand public understanding of a broad range of cultural initiatives that Korea can engage in. "Many Kenyan youth have potential in many facets of society from sports to entrepreneurship to leadership to arts and culture. I will be looking for ways to marry this with Korean culture during my two-year contract," Rufftone said.
Famed for hits like Mwikulu and Walala Yaye, Rufftone will travel to Korea for a week . As is customary with holders of diplomatic passports, the Kenyan actor will enjoy privileges like red carpet treatment
by international governments and no tax liability on income from outside the host country. He will also not be subject to time delaying and annoying customs checks, a chance to meet top-ranking government officials and heads of state, among other perks.
Models abandon high heels scamper for safety in Finals chaos
JUSTIN BIEBER WANTS TO LIVE LIKE JESUS
SportPesa’s Sh29.9m winner throws bash for peers at local joint
The new millionaire in town George Mwangi who last week won a jackpot of Sh 29,591,277 from betting company SportPesa for correctly betting 13 out of 13 matches, at the weekend threw a bash for his peers at his local pub, ‘Paris’, in Umoja.Mwangi who is said to be a frequent visitor to the joint, seem to be bidding farewell to his peers and the neighborhood and watered the revelers throats with their favourite brands before sneaking out unnoticed after clearing his bills.
The win was the highest in the history of the betting competition as the previous winner won Sh8 million.
Cecilia Mwangi dedicates award to banana farmers
Wednesday 30 September 2015
Kenyans On Twitter react to the sexual assault and suicide of 19-year-old girl
254 is still in shock from the news that a 19-year-old committed suicide after being repeatedly assaulted and threatened by a man she met on Facebook.
Mercy Bundi, left a suicide note in which she named the man and gave details about the incident. Social media was abuzz with Kenyans on Twitter sharing in their two cents as to who is to blame. Here is what
they had to say.
That girl is a victim of TRUST. The discussion should be about the sociopath that took advantage of her naivety not her age or ability — Hannibal (@mokayah)
There so may nineteen year olds stuck in that group but instead of saving them we are just stuck to gender talk..smh — aleckie ronald (@SirAlexas)
Plus if he sent her money it was fare or something, many chicks do that “if he wants to see me atume fare ya kwenda na kurudi” — T (@tianta_)
The man is an evil psychopath. That much nobody can argue against. But the girl should have known better. Tell these other girls now — Lord Kitur (@TheKitur)
Mercy Bundi, left a suicide note in which she named the man and gave details about the incident. Social media was abuzz with Kenyans on Twitter sharing in their two cents as to who is to blame. Here is what
they had to say.
That girl is a victim of TRUST. The discussion should be about the sociopath that took advantage of her naivety not her age or ability — Hannibal (@mokayah)
There so may nineteen year olds stuck in that group but instead of saving them we are just stuck to gender talk..smh — aleckie ronald (@SirAlexas)
Plus if he sent her money it was fare or something, many chicks do that “if he wants to see me atume fare ya kwenda na kurudi” — T (@tianta_)
The man is an evil psychopath. That much nobody can argue against. But the girl should have known better. Tell these other girls now — Lord Kitur (@TheKitur)
Khuli Chana and Patoranking collabo hits number one in UK charts
It’s not everyday when music from this side of the globe tops an international chart.
Multiple award-winning South African rapper Khuli Chana and Nigeria’s reggae dancehall artiste (Winner 2015 MTV Africa Music Award for Best New Act) Patoranking, officially released their new single No Lie. The song produced by EKelly is an effortless yet explosive fusion of the best of hip-hop and dancehall created by two of the best artists in Africa. Touted as one of the hottest collaborations to come out of Africa this year. The song has already hit the number one spot in the UK on DJ Edu’s Destination African show #DNATop5 on BBC 1Xtra, and South Africa’s Y FM, among other stations across countries.
Multiple award-winning South African rapper Khuli Chana and Nigeria’s reggae dancehall artiste (Winner 2015 MTV Africa Music Award for Best New Act) Patoranking, officially released their new single No Lie. The song produced by EKelly is an effortless yet explosive fusion of the best of hip-hop and dancehall created by two of the best artists in Africa. Touted as one of the hottest collaborations to come out of Africa this year. The song has already hit the number one spot in the UK on DJ Edu’s Destination African show #DNATop5 on BBC 1Xtra, and South Africa’s Y FM, among other stations across countries.
Elani debuts new songs at Concours d’Elegance
We called it! The electric trio Elani for about a fortnight were teasing their fans on social media about soon to be released projects. And after Concours d’Elegance that went down over the weekend, NEWSPOT254 got to catch Elani’s debut of their new music. Are there any interesting collabos? You bet. The trio it seems hit the studio with Kibera’s finest, Octopizzo, who is currently in Europe for his LDPC album tour. He joined the band for the performance via Skype, an unexpected turn of events and the crowd couldn’t help but be blown away.
ZENDAYA'S BARBIE DOLL ELICITS CONTROVERSIAL REACTIONS FROM CELEBS
Zendaya (below) will soon have her own Barbie doll edition after Mattei announced they were creating a Barbie doll in her likeness.
When news of this hit the social media website, various celebs' reacted. When I was little I couldn't find a Barbie that looked like me, my...how times have changed: Zendaya wrote an Instagram post. "Thank you @Barbie for this honor and for allowing me to be apart [sic] of your diversification and expansion of the definition of beauty. Can't wait to keep doing amazing things with you:
Nicki Minaj was one of the stars who reached out to Zendaya to congratulate her on the honor,while also reminding everyone t hat she was honored with her own Barbie in 2011.
"Congrats on your doll, Zendaya! Did u know Barbie made me one a cpl years back? It was such an honor & a HUGE surprise. Anyway, I love your doll's hair! I love what it means for other little girls who will identify with it & be empowered. Continue to be proud of yourself girls!!!!! #Barbie : Nicki wrote.
But Nicki wasn't the only one with a...multi-Iayered reaction to Zendaya's new doll. In a tweet that's since been deleted , Demi Lovato floated the idea of a Barbie with Demi's body (and, likely, her face and name),while pointing out the fact that Zendaya's model-thin frame actually falls
squarely in the traditional, Barbie endorsed body standard.
When news of this hit the social media website, various celebs' reacted. When I was little I couldn't find a Barbie that looked like me, my...how times have changed: Zendaya wrote an Instagram post. "Thank you @Barbie for this honor and for allowing me to be apart [sic] of your diversification and expansion of the definition of beauty. Can't wait to keep doing amazing things with you:
Nicki Minaj was one of the stars who reached out to Zendaya to congratulate her on the honor,while also reminding everyone t hat she was honored with her own Barbie in 2011.
"Congrats on your doll, Zendaya! Did u know Barbie made me one a cpl years back? It was such an honor & a HUGE surprise. Anyway, I love your doll's hair! I love what it means for other little girls who will identify with it & be empowered. Continue to be proud of yourself girls!!!!! #Barbie : Nicki wrote.
But Nicki wasn't the only one with a...multi-Iayered reaction to Zendaya's new doll. In a tweet that's since been deleted , Demi Lovato floated the idea of a Barbie with Demi's body (and, likely, her face and name),while pointing out the fact that Zendaya's model-thin frame actually falls
squarely in the traditional, Barbie endorsed body standard.
WAHU: I GREW UP IN A LEAKY HOUSE
AWARD winning singer Wahu (left) revealed to her fans in Nakuru that she grew up in poverty.The Sweet Love singer told the youth gathered for the Nakuru Youth Week Cultural Festival at the Players theatre that her parents could barely make end meets.
They had a leaky house. "Often times, people would keep asking where the bathroom was as the whole house leaked from everywhere," she remembered.
Wahu told the youth that her love for singing started in their bath room.
" I would sing for hours while taking a shower.Woe unto the person who came after me to shower," she said. "Everything was working against me to fulfill my dreams. Many [people1 told me to forget about my dreams because they were not practical. I told God I wanted to be happy. I decided to write down the things I enjoyed doing."
The diva famed for her track Sitishiki decided to keep busy by working as a volunteer for an advertising company for a year. " I needed the experience which at the end of the day enabled me to start my own advertising company. My love for creative design has seen me open three beauty salons . I have
always loved beauty, which has seen me venture into the salon industry." Wahu challenged the youth to follow their dreams. She quoted the late televangelist Myles Munroe saying that the richest place in the world was the grave as many hidden talents laid there underutilized.
"Do not let anyone tell you you cannot achieve your dreams. The only person coming between you and your dream is you," she advised, "We are our own worst enemies. We give ourselves excuses on why we cannot have or even achieve our dreams."
Sarabi to government: End poverty!
KENYAN band known for their hard hitting socially conscious songs Sarabi is on a mission . They joined over hundreds of thousands who took to the streets in over 100 countries worldwide under the action/20l5 banner.Adelle pushes for more tech-savvy girls
TODAY, Kiss FM radio presenter Adelle Onyago will be meeting influential female bloggers to chart the way forward in creating a bigger army of more tech savvy women.Tuesday 29 September 2015
Niache Niimbe- Pitson lyrics
Siku moja mama nitakujengea , Nyumba ya kifahari uishi poa mama, na pesa za mziki
Siku moja baba nitakununulia, gari la kifahari uendeshepoa baba, na pesa za mziki
Siku moja dada nitakulipia, karo ya shule, uende university, na pesa za mziki
Siku moja brother nitakufungulia biashara kubwa, uwe sonko brother, na pesa za mziki
Friday 25 September 2015
What a blow for CandynCandy Records CEO Joe Kariuki
CandynCandy Records is in hot soup. This comes after the release of Baby Madaha’s explicit video track. Our sources tell us that Madaha has been axed out of Tanzania and is back to her motherland, Mozambique. But she wasn’t the only one to get the cold shoulder. CandynCandy CEO Joe Kariuki has also been restricted from carrying out any production in TZ for fear they will be of such derogatory nature.
Secret wedding? Only Usher
Usher is officially off the market. The 36-year-old showed off a flashy new wedding band after secretly tying the knot with his longtime girlfriend, Grace Miguel.The ring was on full display on Miguel’s Instagram page last week, sharing snaps from their honeymoon in Cuba. The couple has yet to speak publicly about their nuptials, but another sources confirmed that the newly weds opted to buck their original wedding plans and cut the guest list significantly for a more, intimate affair.
J Cole in EA, OMG!
But that’s just the cake. Ready for the icing with a cherry on top? NEWSPOT254 got wind that the rapper was in East Africa. He wasn’t as incognito as he thought. He was spotted at Kilimanjaro Airport by a fan who got him to pose for a picture. Seeing as how the American rapper kept the trip under wraps, NEWSPOT254 believe the trip was more of a personal nature. Next time J, head our way.
Michelle Obama to appear in a Disney cartoon
First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama is going to be animated for an upcoming episode of Doc McStuffins on Disney channel. Who would have thought the First Lady would cameo in a cartoon? Michelle will be starring as herself in an episode dabbed Doc McStuffins Goes to Washington, which will be aired on October 5. In the episode, Michelle gives characters of the show an exclusive tour of the White House. The episode runs on Child Health Dayand a section of it will promote the “Let’s Move” initiative,
which she launched in 2010.
Sauti Sol share the stage today with top artistes in NY
Wife sued for fraud after husband sees her without make up for the first time
Gentlemen, we hate to break it to you, but women occasionally look different when they are wearing make up.Mother taken to court over ugly children
They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but for one man in northern China, this was not the case. Man fails to attract girls sues perfume company
Sometimes, all it takes to attract a woman of dreams is confidence and not looks. But a 26-year-old Hindu man thought the secret lies in beauty products.In 2009, Vaibhav Bedifiled a case against the Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) which owns the Axe brand of men grooming products, for ‘cheating’ and causing him ‘mental suffering’.
The plaintiff cited his failure to attract any girl at all, even though he’s been using Axe products for over seven years yet Axe advertisements suggested the products helps men to instantly attract women. The petitioner surrendered all his used, unused and half-used deodorant sprays, perfume sticks and roll-ons, anti-perspirants, aftershaves, body washes, shampoos, and hair gels to the court, and demanded a laboratory test of the products and narcotics test of the brand managers of Axe.
Famous Nairobi woman threatens to sue salon for bad hairstyle
A middle-aged woman-a big name in real estate and hospitality business is rumoured to be threatening to sue a city-based high-class beauty parlour that promised her ‘dream hair like no one else around’ but ended up messing her head.The mogul says she shelled out over Sh320,000 to a clinic cum hair salon that promised to “restore her thinning hair and feminine confidence” — but the whole saloon business left her disappointed and partially bald.
According to a Facebook post by one of her close confidants, the woman is said to have complained that she did not get value for her hard-earned money and felt the salon “fraudulently and through misrepresentation and deceptive business practices conned her.”
AMERICAN ACT SIGNED FOR JAMESON LIVE PARTY
LAST year 2 Chains brought the house down during the annual Jameson Live Party. This December, American artiste B.o.B (Bobby Ray Simmons) who goes by the street moniker B.o.B has been signed as the headlining act.B.o.B who just released his latest album Psycadelik Thoughtz stated that he is
looking forward to touching down in Kenya and headlining this year's party, on
his official Facebook page.
He wrote, "Hey Kenya! Looking forward to Coming to Nairobi for the biggest #JamesonLiveKE 2015 'party on December 12, Ngong Racecourse. See you then."
The Atlanta -raised-artiste was introduced to the world with the much praised mixtape Cloud 9. He has since travelled worldwide and top ped the charts with breakout hits Airplanes and Nothing On You featuring Bruno Mars. His recent
smash hits So Good and Headband have pushed him further into mainstream success.
Leading up to the party, a series of nights will be hosted by Jameson across the city.
Tickets will go on sale on Friday October 30, and will be available to strictly over 18s only.
Mziki Trak software to benefit artistes
KENYAN artistes may benefit from increased royalties as a new platform that detects when a song is played enters the market.
Mziki Trak, is an audio logging software which is able to detect when a song or advert is played, how many times it's played borh on radio or television. It also gives additional reports on the specific region where the song has been played from.
According to the software developers, Kaki Gondi, JamesMantu and David Sinei, Mziki Trak is aimed at bringing about more transparency when paying
out royalties to artistes.
"I have heard that Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) has a similar platform in place. However, as a registered member of MCSK, I do not have access to their software," says Gondi, the head of Mziki Trak,
"So for starters, we are giving free access of the software to artistes, Currently artists can register for it for free on www.mzikitrak.com this will be different
in that it' will give transparency to the whole process of music plays. This will in turn empower artists to re-invest in their craft which in turn improves the quality of the Kenyan music & entertainment industry."
Mziki Trak, is an audio logging software which is able to detect when a song or advert is played, how many times it's played borh on radio or television. It also gives additional reports on the specific region where the song has been played from.
According to the software developers, Kaki Gondi, JamesMantu and David Sinei, Mziki Trak is aimed at bringing about more transparency when paying
out royalties to artistes.
"I have heard that Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) has a similar platform in place. However, as a registered member of MCSK, I do not have access to their software," says Gondi, the head of Mziki Trak,
"So for starters, we are giving free access of the software to artistes, Currently artists can register for it for free on www.mzikitrak.com this will be different
in that it' will give transparency to the whole process of music plays. This will in turn empower artists to re-invest in their craft which in turn improves the quality of the Kenyan music & entertainment industry."
BET's Top Actor is looking for Kenyan stars
KENYAN actors have a chance to appear in BET's Top Actor Africa, a reality show that seeks to find the hottest actors on the continent, for it's second season.CHRISBROWN BANNED FROM AUSTRALIA OVER RIHANNA?
Larry Madowo And Dennis Itumbi Jump On Each Others’ Throats
The Director of Digital Communication in the Office of the
President and celebrated NTV journalist have locked horns over
Devolution CS.
After America’s Maybelline, Another Beauty Behemoth Makes Its Way To Kenya
American beauty brand Maybelline made its way to the 254
earlier this year with Muthoni Njoba leading the way as its official
make-up artiste.
Former KTN Presenter Robbed At Gunpoint, Lucky To Be Alive
Former KTN reporter Charity Shieri Kimani was today morning a victim of armed robbery.The Day Chipukeezy Dressed As Naughty Primary School Boy
The theatrics seen in recent times as regards the teachers strike
would put Kevin hart to shame, from CORD Mps donning School uniform to
show solidarity with the striking teachers to hilarious memes on social
media mocking and poking fun at the striking teachers. It has been a
rough week.Check out this.
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Chipukeezy Dressed As A Student |
The Hustle Is Real! Corazon Kwamboka To Launch Her Own Skin Bleaching Products
Thursday 24 September 2015
President Obama's cousin, Marie Auma, sues police Sh64M over farting claims
One of Barack Obama's cousins is suing the Met Police for
£400,000 pounds over claims colleagues subjected her to a campaign of
harassment and passed wind next to her desk.
Marie Auma told a court that officers and staff at Southwark Police
Station conspired to bully her - with two officers regularly breaking
wind near her in a "primitive" and "loud" manner.
The 57-year-old, who was at American President Obama's inauguration in 2009, claims she was constantly belittled and humiliated between 2007 and 2009.
The harassment began in 2007 when she was refused leave to visit her two brothers' graves after they died in a car crash in Kenya and ended in her being medically retired with mental health difficulties, the court heard.
Ms Auma, of Green Lanes, Palmers Green, north London, is fighting for £400,000 compensation in a trial at Central London County Court. The Met denies liability.
Judge Simon Freeland QC heard Ms Auma, whose job involved liaising with crime victims on the Telephone Investigations Bureau, had been the victim of "21st Century bullying."
Describing how colleagues would break wind next to her, Ms Auma said: "This was happening on the telephone investigation desk.
"It became a common practice and nobody was investigating this behaviour.
"It was two of them - PC Andy Whiting and Ray Clement - who would do this kind of behaviour.
"PC Whiting was passing wind when he came and stood right in front of me, passing wind in a very primitive way. It made a "brrrp" noise.
Marie Auma told a court that officers and staff at Southwark Police
Station conspired to bully her - with two officers regularly breaking
wind near her in a "primitive" and "loud" manner.
The 57-year-old, who was at American President Obama's inauguration in 2009, claims she was constantly belittled and humiliated between 2007 and 2009.
The harassment began in 2007 when she was refused leave to visit her two brothers' graves after they died in a car crash in Kenya and ended in her being medically retired with mental health difficulties, the court heard.
Ms Auma, of Green Lanes, Palmers Green, north London, is fighting for £400,000 compensation in a trial at Central London County Court. The Met denies liability.
Judge Simon Freeland QC heard Ms Auma, whose job involved liaising with crime victims on the Telephone Investigations Bureau, had been the victim of "21st Century bullying."
Describing how colleagues would break wind next to her, Ms Auma said: "This was happening on the telephone investigation desk.
"It became a common practice and nobody was investigating this behaviour.
"It was two of them - PC Andy Whiting and Ray Clement - who would do this kind of behaviour.
"PC Whiting was passing wind when he came and stood right in front of me, passing wind in a very primitive way. It made a "brrrp" noise.
Finally: Media couple Dennis Okari and Betty Kyallo set to tie the knot next week
Soul-R&B great Freddie Jackson confirmed for Nairobi show
FOUR-time Grammy Award nominee American Soul and R&B singer, Freddie Jackson (left), has been confirmed to perform in Nairobi next month.Touted as the biggest Soul concert to have ever been held in Kenya, the show is slated for October 17 at the Carnivore Grounds.
The 58-year-old is famed for his chart topping hit songs such as You Are My Lady, Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake), He’ll Never Love You (Like I Do), Have You Ever Loved Somebody, Jam Tonight and I Don’t Want to Lose Your Love.
In August last year, he released the single, Love and Satisfaction, on the Climax Entertainment label.
Jackson’s musical journey began in 1985 when he penned a recording deal with
Capitol Records. His first album, Rock Me Tonight, spent six straight weeks at the top of the R&B charts. He won the Favorite Soul/R&B Single award fro the song Nice ‘N’ Slow at the 1988 American Music Award.
Arsene Wenger to divorce wife Annie
Brosterhous (59). The couple has an 18-year-old daughter.
It was claimed by The Sun that Wenger and partner Annie had a ‘separation of bodies’ judgement issued by a judge in Paris, meaning that they are free to see other people. Wenger is still expected to support Annie financially, The Sun reported.
A source told the newspaper: “They have divided up their assets and agreed a financial package to separate. They have not been happy for a while, and they decided this was the best course of action to take.”
A few weeks before the wedding in 2010, it was reported that Wenger had become close to the then 39-year-old French rapper, Sonia Tatar.
Lupita: There is silent pressure to get hitched!
Kenyan Oscar Winner, Lupita Nyong’o told Vogue that there is silent “pressure” from family to see her get hitched. The actress gave the interview a week after her much talked about home coming.Busted: KQ Air Hostess nabbed With Sh28 Million Worth Of Heroin
We have heard of stories where people fall from grace to grass in the blink of an eye.And today, being TBT and all, we take a look at one of the most famous cases of grass to grace, the infamous nabbing of a KQ airhostess, Priscilla Chemutai Kolongoi.
Priscilla enjoyed quite a lovely lifestyle as an air hostess before her life took a rapid nose dive from the skies to the gutters. This is after she was caught trying to smuggle heroin worth 28 million Kshs into the country from India on the fateful morning of March 25 2002.
The high-flying airhostess, was nabbed when she tried to wheel in the 33 packages and 2 sachets of the illegal drug after a obligatory check at customs.
A crime that promised a mandatory life sentence if she was found guilty, lucky for her the judge gave her 18 years along with a fine of Kshs 10 Million. She attempted to untangle herself from this mess but it only made things worse and he fine was raised to 83.4 Million. All this for a job that would have earned her around 210,000 Kshs which was quite a rip-off considering the street value of the drugs she was trying to smuggle in.
Now 13 years later Priscilla Chemutai Kolongoi is free thanks to her good conduct while in jail.
Its Never Too Late To Learn:Bishop Kiuna Goes Back To School
The Kiuna’s were in a celebratory mood
after their daughter recently graduated from an Australian university
with a degree in law.Proving that the Kiuna daughters are not only beautiful but brainy too.
We are used to the young girls following in their successful father’s footsteps but tables have turned and now Bishop Kiuna is following in his daughter’s footsteps.
Kenyans React To The Troubling Mecca Tragedy (Photos)
Sad news trickling in from Saudi Arabia indicates several worshippers have died in a stampede during one of the last rituals of the Hajj season.The annual Muslim Hajj obviously started off on the wrong foot. 10 days before, 2 million pilgrims made their way to Islam’s holiest city, a crane collapsed killing 107 people at a mosque.
And now as Hajj closes down the curtains, catastrophe strikes again. International news outlets indicate that more 700 people have died in a stampede that occurred during a ritual known as ‘stoning the devil’ in the tent city of Mina, in the outskirts of Mecca.
Report also points out the number of casualties could be more since authorities haven’t accounted for everybody.
The number of those injured from the stampede stands at 800, according to figures released by the Saudi government.Kenyans lead by president Uhuru Kenyatta have been quick to express empathy, condolences
and show concern for the
pilgrims following the disaster. ‘Mecca’ is currently trending second on
twitter. A number of Kenyan Muslims had also traveled to Mecca.
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