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Solomon Koko

Mike Sonko's heartfelt plea to Kenyan youth: 'Stop drinking before it kills you'

By Solomon Koko   2025-10-10 19:24:00

Sonko's emotional message comes at a time when Kenya continues to grapple with a rising number of deaths linked to alcoholism, a menace that has affected young men in various parts of the country.

Babu Owino: 'I would never try to outshine Raila Odinga's legacy'

By Solomon Koko   2025-10-16 14:55:00

Babu Owino, the youthful legislator, dismissed the rumours, saying he would never attempt to outshine or take advantage of the legacy of his long-time political mentor and father figure.

Sonko busts scammers raising fake funeral funds outside Nairobi morgue

By Solomon Koko   2025-10-25 15:20:00

In a phone recording shared by Sonko on his social media pages, members of the group were overheard plotting to deceive the aide into persuading Sonko to send them the money.

Robert Alai, Mammito bashed after criticising Babu Owino's free KCSE online classes

By Solomon Koko   2025-10-28 13:36:01

Robert Alai and Eunice Mammito have found themselves on the receiving end of Kenyans’ fury after questioning Babu Owino’s initiative to offer free online tuition.

Daytime party scene transforming entertainment as brunch festivals, outdoor events redefine social life

By Solomon Koko   2025-11-14 06:00:00

As the festive season kicks in, daytime parties are becoming popular among revelers. Brunch parties are emerging as a dominant trend, pulling large crowds and even attracting corporate sponsors.

Langata's low-rise boom is redefining Nairobi's residential landscape, shaping future of suburban living

By Solomon Koko   2025-11-18 13:35:12

Housing projects reflect a recalibration of Nairobi’s landscape, where buyers value space, controlled density, and functional design.

Langata's low-rise housing boom redefines Nairobi's residential landscape

By Solomon Koko   2025-11-18 11:30:00

Housing projects reflect a recalibration of Nairobi’s landscape, where buyers value space, controlled density, and functional design.

How celebrity hair stylist Eric Onewash built a rising entertainment promotions empire

By Solomon Koko   2025-12-05 10:15:00

Eric’s breakthrough came when club entrepreneur Barry offered him his first official job, encouraging him to formalise the informal artiste bookings he had been doing for B Club.

Idd Aziz: Kenyan Afro-house voice that the world can't ignore

By Solomon Koko   2025-12-19 09:20:02

Aziz reflects on dining with the elite of world music, commanding airwaves across Europe and Southern Africa, and staying rooted in authenticity in an ever-shifting industry.

From Kenya to the UK: Reezy Reez's journey into global sound

By Solomon Koko   2026-01-23 09:20:00

With a strong classical grounding, he naturally progressed into playing songs he loved and writing his own

Sh89 bn, Bentleys, lions: Sandra Mbuvi's full list of demands before marrriage

By Solomon Koko   2026-01-29 13:24:43

Sandra's lifestyle recently drew attention after she appeared in a flamboyant rap video filmed inside her family’s luxury homes and vehicles.

How Guda Man rose from Kawangware to become sought-after Kenyan hype man

By Solomon Koko   2026-02-06 15:30:00

Once a young boy with nothing but ambition and raw talent, he is now living that dream on some of the country’s biggest stages.

Daddy V reunites with CMB Prezzo as diaspora journey comes full circle

By Solomon Koko   2026-02-20 09:34:00

During a recent visit to Nairobi, they reunited in studio sessions and recorded a remix to a track titled Mahooks, signaling both reunion and renewal.

Producer ABH breaks silence on Toxic LyriKaliBuruklyn Boyz beef: 'Friction is growing Kenyan hip-hop'

By Solomon Koko   2026-02-27 16:30:00

From behind the mixing console, ABH views the moment through a different artistic lens, not as chaos, but evolution.

Standard Group's DJ Dreezy nominated for E360 Awards, eyes East Africa's top spot

By Solomon Koko   2026-03-06 12:54:33

This year, Dreezy received a nomination for Radio Deejay of the Year, East Africa at the upcoming E360 Awards, an acknowledgment of his growing influence in the region’s entertainment scene.

Rise of oil-based perfumes in Kenya's fast-growing beauty industry

By Solomon Koko   2026-03-13 09:34:00

Oil-based perfumes are steadily gaining popularity in Kenya for their long-lasting scent, gentler formulation, and growing appeal among fragrance-savvy consumers.