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Hollywood Jenifer Lewis Reveals Near-Death Experience After Falling Off Balcony In Tanzania

15Mar

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Hollywood Jenifer Lewis Reveals Near-Death Experience After Falling Off Balcony In Tanzania

Hollywood actress Jenifer Lewis has revealed that during a trip to the Serengeti in Tanzania, she experienced a devastating fall, after which she couldn’t move and thought she might die. Lewis recalled, in a preview of a sit-down interview with news anchor Robin Roberts that aired on Good Morning America, that in 2022, she planned to retire and travel, after 'Black-ish' wrapped and she released a book. But in November of that same year, an adventurous vacation went awry when she fell off of her hotel balcony while on vacation in Tanzania. Speaking for the first time about the incident, the 67-year-old Black-ish star said the past year has been "the hardest" as she recovered from the fall. "Did you think you were going to die?" Roberts, 63, asked Lewis, to which she respond...

Rihanna To Earn Ksh.1.3B For Performing At Wedding Of The Son Of Asia’s Richest Man

4Mar

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Rihanna To Earn Ksh.1.3B For Performing At Wedding Of The Son Of Asia’s Richest Man

US pop superstar and beauty icon Rihanna, born Robyn Rihanna Fenty, is in India to perform at the star-studded pre-wedding ceremony of the son of Asia's richest man, Mukesh Ambani. The ‘Umbrella’ singer, who gave birth to her second child in August, is slated to lead the elaborate pre-wedding ceremony's entertainment in honor of Ambani's younger son Anant and fiancee Radhika Merchant, the daughter of wealthy pharmaceutical moguls. This will be her first public performance since last year's history-making Superbowl, Indian media reported. National broadcaster India Today reported that the Barbadian-born musician and billionaire entrepreneur had been offered up to $9 million (Ksh.1.3 billion) to appear at the event. Global tech bosses, industry titans, Bollywood and Hol...

Why Sauti Sol Bien Turned Down MCSK Invite To Collect Royalties

29Feb

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Why Sauti Sol Bien Turned Down MCSK Invite To Collect Royalties

Renowned singer Bien-Aime Baraza has revealed that he rejected an invite by the Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) to collect his royalties due to the society’s tendency to distribute meagre sums to artists. “The MCSK called me to pick up my cheque, but I told them that I know the amount of monies they distribute to artists, so I do not have the time to come and pick up Ksh.1500,” disclosed Bien. Speaking during an interview on the Iko Nini Podcast, the award-winning singer disclosed that the MCSK persuaded him several times to collect his dues, although he turned down the invitation because they withheld the amount of money they would pay him upon requesting, which he speculated was a meagre sum. He further noted that the society is yet to send him ‘th...

Zari reacts after hubby Shakib accepts Sh146K to share secrets about her

28Feb

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Zari reacts after hubby Shakib accepts Sh146K to share secrets about her

Ugandan businesswoman Zari Hassan has criticised Tanzanian blogger Mange Kimambi, accusing her of paying her husband, Shakib, to divulge personal information about her. Tensions flare as Zari Hassan, the renowned businesswoman, takes to social media to call out Tanzanian blogger Mange Kimambi for allegedly paying her estranged husband, Shakib, for insider information. In a scathing post titled 'Petty Wednesday' on February 28, 2024, Zari Hassan didn't mince words as she accused Mange Kimambi of hypocrisy and obsession. The crux of Zari's argument lay in her assertion that Kimambi, despite presenting herself as a critic, harbored an unhealthy fixation on her life. Kimambi purportedly shelled out a significant sum, at least $1000 (Sh146,00), to secure an interview with h...

Six arrested over murder of South African rapper AKA

28Feb

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Six arrested over murder of South African rapper AKA

Six suspects have been arrested in connection with the murders of well-known South African rapper Kiernan Forbes, popularly known as AKA, and his close friend, celebrity chef and entrepreneur Tebello "Tibz" Motshoane. The two were gunned down outside a restaurant in Durban a year ago, in a killing that shocked South Africans. Police said hitmen were paid to target AKA but no motive was revealed. In his career, he had a string of hits including with Nigeria's Burna Boy. The suspects, all aged below 36, are due to appear in court on Thursday. "It was clear that AKA was monitored from the airport and Tibz was not the intended target in the murder on Florida Road in Durban," Lt Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, the KwaZulu-Natal provincial police commissioner, said in a press briefin...

Ex-employee accuses Diddy of sexual assault, walking around naked in front of him

27Feb

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Ex-employee accuses Diddy of sexual assault, walking around naked in front of him

In the new $30 million bombshell lawsuit, a man named Rodney 'Lil Rod' a former producer and videographer for the entertainer, claimed he was sexually asualted by Diddy on multiple occasions. He also claimed he was subjected to unwanted advances by associates of Diddy, at the rapper's request. The former producer accused Diddy of groping his genitals, touching his anus, and walking around naked in front of him. Jones went on to allege that the rapper also forced him to watch an intimate video involving Stevie J having sex with another man. Furthermore, Jones alleged Diddy hired prostitutes who came into his house in Miami and on one such occasion, he claimed the rapper drugged and possibly raped him. He also claimed a female cousin of Diddy's girlfriend, Yung Mami also sexua...

Kanye West To Perform In Nairobi In 2024

7Feb

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Kanye West To Perform In Nairobi In 2024

Hip hop enthusiasts in Kenya have a year to look forward to after legendary American rap maestro Kanye West, alias Ye, announced he could be coming to Kenya later this year. Ye took to social media to reveal that he is set to perform in Nairobi, at the Nyayo National Stadium, on December 7, 2024. In the list of some of the world venues he is set to perform, Kenya is among the three African countries he will visit. The other two are Ethiopia and Egypt. Egypt, he will perform at the Cairo International Stadium, and in Nigeria, his fans will meet him at the Eko Energy City. Kanye is also scheduled to tour other parts of the world, among them Spain, Argentina, UK, Australia, Japan and Mexico in a packed year-long schedule. Details of his planned tou...

Radio Africa Group mourns East FM radio host Aleem Manji

13Nov

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Radio Africa Group mourns East FM radio host Aleem Manji

Radio Africa Group has eulogised Aleem Manji as a passionate radio host with an indelible contribution. Group Human Resource Manager Jemima Ngode said Manji's professional legacy and vision will be carried forward. "As we mourn Aleem Manji today, let's remember his professional legacy, his indelible contributions, his unmatched passion. And let's carry forward his vision, his dedication, and his pursuit of excellence. For, that is the best tribute we can offer him, the most fitting farewell to our esteemed colleague," she said. Radio Jambo's Ghost Mulei said: I am saddened and shocked. We spoke last week at the parking and you wished me a nice weekend. Rest in peace humble respectful soul. Life is short for sure! Aleem Amin Abdul Manji died on November 12...

KEKE PALMER FILES FOR FULL CUSTODY OF SON… After Split

10Nov

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KEKE PALMER FILES FOR FULL CUSTODY OF SON… After Split

Image by Getty Image KeKe has also reportedly filed for a temporary restraining order against Darius. In the docs, Keke alleges there have been "many instances of physical violence" with Jackson, including one on November 5 Keke says she has on video. Keke Palmer is gunning for full legal and physical custody of her 8-month-old child … another development in the apparent relationship breakdown with Darius Jackson.

1Nov

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Legendary Singer Ally B Is Dead

Renowned Kenyan musician, Ally B, has tragically passed away. The news of his demise surfaced on Wednesday, November 1, leaving fans and the music industry in shock. According to Mombasa-based blogger Mykol Machampali, Ally B died while being transported to the Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital. The artiste had recently been diagnosed with pneumonia and had only been discharged a few days prior. Tragically, complications arose, and while en route to the hospital, Ally B passed away. The singer will be remembered for hits like Bembea, Maria, Kadzo and others.