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  DJ Pierra Makena, a familiar face in Kenya's entertainment scene, is sending a message of resilience to fellow single mothers navigating through the not-so-easy journey of motherhood, while trying to balance it with hustling life. Speaking exclusively to Mpasho’s Dennis Milimo during the launch of the new reality series, "The Mommy Club Nairobi", Makena, who was introduced as a featured cast member, as a single mother herself, sent a powerful message for women navigating similar paths. Makena offered hope, emphasizing that even in difficult moments, things get better. She attributes this to faith, stating,  " Because there's a God. I have experienced it. I've experienced the hand of God in raising my child ". She believes God is not biased and can support anyone feeling abandoned or fearing their life will become a mess.  " It will not be a mess ,"  she reassured. She also shared practical advice based on her own experience. After getting pre...

  Kenyan Rapper Ndegwa Kifudu Ndegwa, professionally known as Ndegz, has revealed some of the things and issues that inspire his music, his upcoming music projects, and advice about money to youths. In a Quickfire session with Mpasho’s Dennis Milimo, Ndegz admitted that his music often draws inspiration from women, love, relationships, and heartbreaks. The charismatic rapper said  apart from  Rap, he enjoys listening to other genres of music  like  R&B and even dancehall. “I love listening to R&B and hip-hop. That's what I grew up on. That's what I love. I like Dancehall too. I draw my inspiration from Love, relationships, heartbreak, Women… women inspire my songs a lot,”  he said. Ndegz revealed that he consumes a lot of music from the USA but  said he  also has a good taste for some Kenyan music from musicians like Charisma, Bensoul, Khaligraph Jones among others whom he’s looking up to.  “I'm listening to a lot of stuff. I'm listen...

  Content creator   Eric Obuya, popularly known as MC Exodus, has captured the hearts of countless Kenyans online through his uniquely relatable, humorous skits and infectious energy. Over time, MC Exodus has blossomed into a true digital sensation, impressively amassing over one million followers on TikTok and attracting tens of thousands more across various other social media platforms. However, behind the widespread laughter and viral videos lies a deeply inspiring backstory of remarkable resilience, unwavering determination, and genuinely humble beginnings. Speaking during a recent candid interview with Radio 47, Exodus openly discussed a pivotal moment in his life during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. It was then that he had a chance encounter with veteran radio personality Alex Mwakideu, a meeting that would, unbeknownst to him at the time, fundamentally change the course of his life. "You were the first person who inspired me, and this is the result you se...

  Popular X (formerly Twitter) personality Mercy Masai has once again caught social media attention after posting a photo of herself with a brand-new Nissan X-Trail, stirring mixed reactions from her fans and followers. In her post shared earlier this week, Masai celebrated the new acquisition by reflecting on her journey over the past year. “ One year difference! Last year, at a time like this, I gifted my parents the house… this year I gift myself my first ca r,” she wrote, accompanied by photos of her posing with the new vehicle. ' 'Because I get paid for staying pretty,"  she captioned the photo. Kasuge Weslay reacts, "Poverty our enemy." Another one, "Mvumilivu hula mbivu." Kirgit commented. The communications director at the Kenya Judo Federation, Masai, attributed her success to divine intervention, captioning the moment as a “testament to God’s timing.” The post included emotional images of her mother praying and shedding tears of joy beside the...

  A single tweet from Dr. Andrew Githiria MD ( @DrGithiria) has set Kenya’s social media ablaze. His bold statement—“Unpopular opinion, in today’s world, the practice of dowry feels out of place. I strongly feel dowry payment has outlived its purpose and should be abolished. Let young couple free!”—has ignited a heated debate about the relevance of this age-old tradition. With over 3,000 comments on X, the discussion reflects a nation grappling with culture, modernity, and personal freedom. The thread quickly drew diverse reactions. @MDCCCXVIII_ fired back, saying, “@DrGithiria You can choose not to pay its not a crime, but similarly don't expect to receive it,” highlighting a pragmatic stance that dowry is optional but reciprocal. Meanwhile, @BabuBramile shared a heartfelt anecdote: “@DrGithiria I attended dowry negotiations where the father told the young man that no amount of negotiation could match his daughter’s worth. He only asked that the young man care for her as he had. T...

Major arteries leading into Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) were notably blocked by anti-riot police early this morning, as security forces mounted roadblocks and conducted extensive searches. The pre-dawn operation, characterized by police braving a morning breeze, was implemented ahead of planned Saba Saba commemorations, reflecting heightened security concerns. Despite government assurances that July 7th would proceed as a normal working day, the preventative measures suggested an underlying apprehension regarding potential civil unrest. The police action saw both private and public service vehicles halted from accessing the city center. The stated rationale behind these stringent checks was to prevent individuals planning protests from disguising themselves and surprising security agencies within the bustling city heart. Roadblocks were strategically positioned on key routes including Waiyaki Way, Kenyatta Avenue, Jogoo Road, Mombasa Road, Thika Road, Kiambu Road, Uhu...

  Comedian-turned-activist   Eric Omondi has issued a heartfelt public appeal to help locate a grieving mother from Kiambu, whose young daughter tragically lost her life after being struck by a stray bullet during the recent Saba Saba protests. The devastating incident has sent shockwaves across the nation, highlighting the tragic human cost of the demonstrations. In a harrowing video aired by TV47, the mother, Lucy Ngugi, tearfully recounted the devastating moment that irrevocably changed her family’s life forever. Her voice, breaking with emotion, painted a chilling picture: "It was around 6:20 p.m. We were at home as a family when a stray bullet penetrated our house and struck my daughter in the head." At first, Lucy believed her daughter, Bridget, had suffered a minor injury, perhaps caused by a household accident. "I saw her hand bleeding. I thought she had cut herself on something. But when I held her hand to check where the blood was coming from, she collapsed. Th...