UAE's Al Ansari to Launch Mobile-Money Remittances in Kenya

Al Ansari Exchange, a leading foreign exchange and remittance company based in the UAE, recently signed an agreement with FSI Capital, a leading non-deposit microfinance provider of financial solutions in Kenya, to launch a mobile money transfer facility.

With the launch of the Mobile Wallet Remittance, Al Ansari has become the first remittance company in the UAE to offer money transfer facility to Kenya via mobile phones.

Al Ansari Exchange explained that customers sending money to Kenya simply have to indicate the name of the beneficiary, the beneficiary’s mobile number and the amount to be transferred.

Emirates Unveils New Year offers to Kenyan Travellers

Emirates Unveils New Year offers to Kenyan Travellers

Press Release

Khalid Bel Jaflah, Emirate's Vice President, East Africa 

Nairobi - 29th December 2012 - Emirates, which flies twice daily from Nairobi to Dubai, is welcoming 2013 aboard by offering very attractive fares for quick-acting customers.

The special fares apply to more than 120 destinations across the Emirates’ network when booked between 26th December 2012 and 10th January 2013 - for travel from 18th January to 10th June 2013.

New Year’s Eve Parties Around Kenya

31.12.2012

Eldoret Peace Concert

The Pamoja Peace Concert will take place at the Eldoret Sports Club.

Performances by award-winning gospel artistes Emmy Kosgei, Daddy Owen, Juliani, Rufftone, Rose Muhando, Mbuvi, Esther Wahome, Alice Kamande, Christina Shusho, Denno, Willy Paul, Ambasada, Hey-Z, Gospel Warriors, among others.  

Emcee: Comedian Eric Omondi

Live on NTV

Beachlife NYE Party

Those at the coast there will be Beachlife NYE 2013 party at the Safari Beach Hotel, Mombasa.

A line-up of top Djs led by 6 AM DJs, DJ Tom Middleton and DJ Miss Nine at the new’s year countdown event.

Kingston 10 Reggae Awards Slated for January

Homeboyz Radio’s Kingston 10 Reggae Awards, currently in its fifth year, will take place in January 2013.  

The awards which is based on Kingston 10, a weekly Reggae and Dancehall show that airs every Sunday from 11.00-13.00 on Homeboyz Radio 103.5; seeks to recognize Reggae and dancehall artistes whom Kenyan listeners consider to be the best in the genre of reggae and dancehall.

IEBC Releases Election Nomination Dates for Candidates and Parties

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has published the nomination dates for candidates and political parties on their website. In a notice dated December 28^th, 2012 the electoral body has confirmed that the next General Election will be held on March 4, 2013.

According to the notice, political parties wishing to participate in the polls must finalize the nominations of its candidate on or before the January 18^th, 2013 while the days for the nomination of political parties candidates and Independent candidates for the Presidential Election will be on January 29^th, 2013 and January 30^th, 2013.

Wanyama Ranked 81st in Word's Top 100 Footballers

Victor Wanyama talks to the media after beating Barcelona  2-1

Harambee Stars and Celtic midfielder Victor Mugubi Wanyama is among the top 100 best soccer players in the world. This is according to the Top 100 list released by The Guardian on Thursday, that saw Argentine and arguably the best footballer in the world Lionel Messi lead the pack.

Smirnoff Presents 'The Night' New Year's Eve Party

All-White Theme Party 

Usher the new year in Smirnoff Ultimate Nightlife Experience's 'The Night' at the Carnivore Restaurant, Monday, 31st December 2012.

Line-up of 16 Djs playing on 3 stages. Pack of Dee Jays will be led by internationally-acclaimed Djs Shaun 'Banger' Scott from the United Kingdom and South Africa's Dino Bravo. Kenyan Djs expected include DJ Joe Mfalme, DJ Chukie, DJ Kaydee, DJ Riggz, DJ Klash, DJ Stretch, DJ Jean-Marie, DJ Frakus, DJ Wati, DJ 7, DJ E, DJ Denz, DJ Erik and DJ Cat.

Charges: Sh600/- (advance ticket)
              Sh800/- (at the gate)
Sponsors: Smirnoff Vodka, Carnivore Restaurant and Blaq Entertainment.
Strictly Over 18

Team Kenya at the 2012 Summer Olympics

Originally posted: August 13, 2012

The 2012 London Olympics concluded on Sunday evening with Africa managing to net 31 Olympic medals across 8 countries. South Africa took the bragging rights of the best-placed nation in the continent and 24^th in the overall medal standings with Kenya being pushed to third place behind its archrivals Ethiopia.

Though much was expected from the Kenyan team, winning 11 medals (about 35% of the total number of medals won) is impressive enough for a big round of applause.

Here is Kenya’s London 2012 Olympic Games Campaign

Friday, July 27: The star-studded opening ceremony

Swimmer Jason Dunford leads the Kenyan team into the Olympic stadium in Stratford carrying high the Kenyan flag.

Holiday Funfair at Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club

Capital Kids Club Holiday Funfair at the Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club this Sunday, December 30, 2012.

Over 50 activities and amusements for the whole family.

Optional and fun Carnival Games with great prizes to be won!

Time: 11 am- 6 pm 

Charges: Sh800 (Teens & Kids)

             Sh500 (Adults)

Sponsors: Capital FM, Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club and Kenyandiasporalink.com 

For more details call 0726 677 715

Groove Party 2012/2013, New Year's Experience

'We are one Experience' 

End this year and start 2013 with the biggest names in the Gospel music industry at the Groove Party slated for Monday, December 31, 2012.

In 2012, Kenya has had a MILLION reasons to celebrate..David Rudisha broke the world record, Dr. James Mwangi was named the World Entrepreneur of the Year. Come and celebrate and usher with us the New year.

Venue: Nyayo National Stadium
Time: Gates open at 4 pm
Charges: an unscratched Bamba 250/-
                                      Bamba 1,000/- (VIP)

Some of the artistes expected at the event include Christina Shusho, Jimmy Gait, BMF group, MOG, Gloria Muliro, Kris Eeh Baba, DK Kwenye Beat, Hope Kid, Tetete, Dj Mo, Dj Sadic, Kelele Takatifu and Bonny Mwaitage.

Live on KTN

Check out the 2012/2013 Groove Party Promo

IEBC Releases Report on Registered Voters

IEBC

Your Vote, Your Future 

According to the recently released report by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), 14.3 million eligible Kenyans were registered as voters in the exercise that took place from Monday, November 19 to Tuesday, December 18, 2012.

IEBC managed to register 14,337,399 Kenyans, representing 79.7 percent of the initial projected target of 18 million voters. 

Kenya RE Gets B+ rating from A.M Best Europe

Press Release

A.M. Best Europe -- Rating Services Limited has affirmed the financial strength rating of B+ (Good) and the issuer credit rating (ICR) of “bbb-” of Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re) (Nairobi, Kenya). The outlook for both ratings remains stable.

The ratings reflect Kenya Re’s good and stable overall performance as well as a strong risk-adjusted capitalization  In addition, the ratings incorporate the company’s good regional business profile. An offsetting rating factor remains the company’s weak level of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM).

Santerium an Experimental Film by Dan Muchina Premieres

The Nest Commission presents Santerium, an Experimental short film by Dan Muchina that will be showing on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at the Nest.

Time: 1-6 pm
Charges: Get you FREE ticket Here 

For more details go to: http://www.becauseartislife.org

Calls for Application: OneBeat 2013 Exchange

To all Kenyan Musicians 

OneBeat is an international cultural exchange that celebrates the transformative power of the arts through the creation of original, inventive music, and people-to-people diplomacy. In the fall of 2013, approximately 25 musicians (ages 19-35) from around the world will come together in the U.S. for four weeks to collaboratively write, produce, and perform original music, and develop ways that music can make a positive impact on our local and global communities.

Apply now for this golden opportunity!

Kenyans Grace Diplomatic Courier's Top Global Women

Two Kenyan women, Dr Christine Martey-Ochola and Juliana Rotich have been named in The Top Global Women by Diplomatic Courier.

Dr. Ochola who Co-founded the Sub-Saharan Africa Chamber of Commerce and Ushahidi.com founder Ms. Rotich were among other women from all over the world nominated by fellow women as having worked in improving the world. 

Blast at a Club in Eastleigh Estate

Multiple explosion reported at a club in Nairobi's Eastleigh estate along the busy Muratina road.
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It is alleged that three grenades were hurled from a speeding vehicle near Pumwani Hospital.
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Coastal Stars Feted at Annual Music Awards

Coast personalities including musicians, deejays, and journalists were on Saturday night recognised at the 6th edition of Kenya Coast Music Awards held at Club Mzooqa in Mombasa.

Among the top journalists honoured at the colorful gala were Citizen TV's Mwanahamisi Hamadi and KTN's Ali Manzu with Gospel Artistes Willy Paul and Mercy D. Lai scooping Gospel Artistes of the Year.

Ferguson Wants Victor Wanyama at Manchester United

Victor Wanyama

Celtic midfielder Victor Wanyama is Sir Alex Ferguson top target in the January transfer window. The Kenyan international enjoyed a great debut season at Celtic last season, helping the Bhoys win the Scottish Premier League title having made 29 appearances.

Wanyama has carried this impressive form into the club's current campaign, including playing a starring role in the stunning 2-1 win over Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League.

Pradeep Paunrana is the richest Kenyan on Nairobi Stock Exchange

Ventures Africa has released the 10 richest Kenyans on the Nairobi Stock Exchange (NSE) based on top investors holdings at NSE as at the end of trading on Friday, December 14, 2012.

Athi River Mining Ltd CEO Pradeep H. Paurnana

Kenyan CEOs have shown that they own considerable shares in their companies and are also good investors at the bourse. Athi River Mining Ltd CEO, Pradeep H. Paunrana , tops the 10 richest Kenyans on the NSE list that includes Equity Bank CEO James Mwangi, Scan group CEO Bharat Thakkar, Co-founder of the NSE and Dyer and Blair CEO Jimnah Mbaru, and industrialist Chris Kirubi.

Other CEOs with considerable stake in their companies but missing in the list include AccessKenya Group CEO Jonathan Somen, Co-operative Bank of Kenya CEO Gideon Muriuki and Rea Vipingo Plantation CEO Neil Cuthbert.

Kenya to Host Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference in September

Kenya will become the first African country to host Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference (ESTC) in September 2013. The event which expects 500 tourism industry leaders from around the world will be co-hosted by the Kenya Tourism Board and Ecotourism Kenya.

The main objective will be to draft solutions to advance sustainability goals for the tourism industry. As well as offer The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) and its global network of members an opportunity to reflect on ecotourism’s history, evolution and future.

Founded in 1990, TIES is the world’s first organisation to dedicate all of its resources to tourism as a sustainable development mechanism. It offers guidelines and standards, training, technical assistance, research and publications on ecotourism.

2012 Safaricom Kisumu City Marathon Set for Sunday

The annual Safaricom Great Lakes Kisumu Marathon will take place this Sunday, December 16th 2012. Over 500 pro and aspiring athletes are expected to take part in this year's event.

Winners in both the men’s and women’s marathon will each walk away with Sh. 200,000 with the first home runner across the finish line bagging an extra Sh10,000. The second and third place finishers will receive Sh. 100,000 and Sh. 50,000 each.

Organizers have also planned for a 5-km race that will see the winners pocket Sh.7,000 among other cash rewards.

The 42-kilometre race will start at the Imperial Hotel, go over four laps (in Milimani and Nyalenda) before coming to an end at the Kenyatta Sports Ground.

Kenya to Export Titanium by September 2013

'Titanium exportation to earn Kenya 28 Billion-shillings annually'  

Construction undergoing in Msambweni District, Kwale County

After 15 years of exploration of titanium, Kenya is ready for the mining and exportation of titanium.
According to Base Titanium Limited (a subsidiary of Australian Stock Exchange-listed Base Resources Limited), the company mining titanium in Kwale County, Kenya is set to commence the mining and export of titanium minerals from September 2013.

K24's Jeff Koinage Destined for Arise Television Network

Jeff Koinage(rt) interviews Nairobi County Aspiring Governor Evans Kidero
 photo courtesy of @KoinageJeff

Host of the popular TV talk show 'Capital Talk' and K24 TV's chief anchor, Jeff Koinage is on his way out.

Jeff who is behind the trademark slogan, 'All Kenyan, All the Time' is said to be headed to South Africa for a top anchor and reporter position with Arise Television Network, an off-shoot of Arise Magazine. The new network, will broadcast live news and features on the African continent to viewers in major global cities.

Niko na Safaricom Live Grand Finale Set for Saturday

Niko na Safaricom Live concert grand finale will be held on Saturday, December 15 at the Impala grounds from 12 pm till dawn.

Artistes line-up: Camp Mulla, Jaguar, Size 8, Sauti Sol, and Jimmy Gait.
                        Guest artistes: Redsan, Juliani, MOG and Ally B.
Emcee: Jalang'o
Charges: unscratched bamba 100

Kenya Power Charity Cup Launched

Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), Football Kenya Federation, the Kenyan Premier League Ltd and the Red Cross Society on Thursday unveiled a new football competition dubbed the 'Kenya Power Charity Cup' - that will involve four most popular teams selected through public voting.

Blue Band Kids Festival Set for Saturday

The Blue Band Kids Festival will be taking place this Saturday, December 15th at the Nyayo National Stadium courtesy of Laugh Industry and Blue Band.

Performances by:  Dan Ndambuki alias Churchill, MR funny aka Ayeiyaaa Poa Poa, Comedian Vinnie Chipukeezy, Award-winning Gospel singer Daddy Owen, Gloria Muliro, the Machachari crew, Zangalewa Comedians troupe, Nameless, Eric Omondi and Yunasi band Kenya.

Emcee: MC Jessy
Time: 10 am – 5 pm
Charges: Entrance will be 1Kg Blue Band margarine.

For more details contact 0726 109 109

John Githongo Nominated for Tipperary International Award 2012

Anti-corruption tsar John Githongo been nominated for the prestigious Tipperary International Peace Award, alongside U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Githongo was nominated for the role he played in unearthing the $600 million Anglo-Leasing scandal during his tenure as the Kenya Government and Ethics Permanent Secretary from 2003 to 2005.

Youth Initiative & Entrepreneurship Festival 2012

The Green Emerald Company invites all youth to Youth Initiative& Entrepreneurship Festival (YIEF) 2012 happening at Central Park (Behind Serena Hotel) on Saturday, 15^th December 2012.

Participants will be exposed to entrepreneurship, meet successful entrepreneurs, and Mentors.  

Keynote Speakers: Ambassador Beatrice Ndungu (African Development Ambassador for East, Central and South Africa & Media Creative Mogul)

Emcee: Koome Kazungu

Live performances by upcoming artistes

Dance performances by platinum Dance crew Dance fashion

Time: 9.00 am to 6.00 pm

Charges: Free

Certificates of participation will be given to all attendees

For more details contact:  info (at) greenemarld.com  

Public Lecture on Art & National Healing @Raira University

There will be a public lecture on Art and National Healing: Designing the Constitutional Court of South Africa after apartheid at the Riara University on Thursday, December 13th 2012.
Time: 3-5 pm
Presentation by Celebrated human rights activist and former South Africa Constitutional Court Justice Albie Sachs  

Kilimani Festival, The Art of Community Set for Dec 14-15

The inaugural Kilimani Festival, The Art of Community: From Compliant to Choice is slated for December 14 -15th, 2012.

Friday, 14th December: Kili-Screen on The Green 
The Kilimani Project in collaboration with movie production house, Screen on the Green start the festival with a night of films and speakers.
Time: 6.00 - 9.30pm
Venue: Kilimani Primary School, Argwings Kodek road
Screening: “An Africa Election” & “Nairobi Half-Life” with Tosh Gitonga
Charges: Free

Saturday, 15th December: Kilimani Festival  

Same Venue
Time: 10am – 6pm
Performances by: DJ Adrian, Eric Wainaina, Suzanna Owiyo, Atemi Oyungu, Mutinda among others
Charges: Ksh. 100 ( kids Ksh. 50)

For more details visit http://www.kilimani.co.ke/

Complete list of 2012 Kalasha Awards Winners

The annual Kalasha Film and Television awards gala was held on Saturday evening at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre. The awards which are organised by the Kenya Film Commission recognised outstanding personalities and production houses in the film and TV industry.

Below are the 2012 Kalasha Film and Television Awards Winners

Best Cinematography Award
Simiyu Samurai
Lost in Africa
Nairobi Half Life
Shattered

Uganda Beat Kenya 2-1 to Win 2012 CECAFA

Hosts Uganda Cranes defeated Kenya's Harambee Stars 2-1 to lift the 2012 Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup in a nail-biting final played on Saturday evening at the Nelson Mandela Stadium. The win was a repeat of history, where Stars lost to Cranes 1-0 in the 2008 final.

Kenya Trounce Spain to Advance to the Main Cup Quarters

Kenya beat Spain 26 -14 to win the second match of the day and go through to main cup quarters of the Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens on Saturday afternoon. 

Lavin Asego opened the score sheet with a try and a successive conversion. 

The second try came from Humphrey Kayange who scored at the corner with Asego converting to make it 14-0. 

Dennis Ombachi delivered the third try with Asego missing the conversion ending the first half 19-0.

In the second half, Carlos Blanco made a try with Pedro Martin converting to make it 19-7. Martin touch down and Ignacio Martin conversion left the score line 19-14. 

In the wee minutes of the match, Willy Ambaka touched down under the posts and Asego converted to end the game 26-14. 

Next Clash Kenya vs. Wales 8:14 pm EAT. 

Low-cost Android Smartphones by Mi-Fone for Kenyans

Africa's fastest growing mobile device brand, Mi-Fone has done it again with the unveiling of 3 affordable android smartphones. The 3 devices Mi-A200, Mi-A303 and Mi-A400 (Sawa Touch) will retail in the Kenyan market at prices ranging from Ksh. 7,000 to Ksh. 13,000.

Kenya Beats Argentina in Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens

Kenya has beaten Argentina 21-17 in their opening pool C match at the HSBC Nelson Mandela Bay Sevens in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

Andrew Amonde's try and Lavin Asego's conversion opened the score sheet.
Willy Ambaka's try and Lavin Asego's second conversion saw Kenya go 14-0 up.
Davis Chege's try and Lavin Asego's third conversion left Kenya 21-0 up as the first half closed.

In the second half Kenya survived a scare after Jeromino de la Fuente unconverted try, Gaston Revol try as well as a conversion by teammate Matias Moroni to end the clash 21-17.

Next clash Kenya vs. Spain @ 3.50 pm EAT

Hongera!

Transport Observatory Project to ease movement goods within EA

Transport Observatory Project (TOP), an online portal that helps reduce the cost and time of moving cargo across borders within the East African region was launched on Thursday at the Nyali Beach Hotel, Mombasa.

The platform will gather information for truck drivers, and will help them monitor key performance indicators such as transit times for trucks, cargo dwell time at the port to a host of other issues.

Lawrence Mute named 2012 Jurist of the Year

Former Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) commissioner Lawrence Murugu Mute is the 2012 Jurist of the Year. Mute was honoured by the International Commission for Jurists (ICJ-Kenya) with the prestigious award for his outstanding contribution to human rights advocacy in the country.

The award was presented by ICJ-Kenya chairperson Albert Kamunde in a ceremony held in the capital.  

DJ Pinye & Adrian Present The Event Dec 15

A pioneer deejay in the Kenyan scene, Dj Pinye and Kenya's top mixmaster Dj Adrian have paired as the 'PA System' to to bring you The Event at Club Volar, Ngong Racecourse on Saturday, December 15th.

Time: 8:00 pm
Charges: Sh.1000
Sponsors: House of Fotography (A Lorna Iringu Production) and Capital FM

3 Kenyans on Forbes' 20 Youngest Power Women in Africa 2012

The 2012 Forbes Magazine second-annual list of "20 Youngest Power Women in Africa" is out and three Kenyan women are in the prestigious list.

The 20 women who are all under age 45, are described by Forbes as African women taking control of their economic, social and political destinies.''

Edi Gathegi to Co-Star in US Primetime TV Show

Edi Gathegi 

United States-based Kenyan actor, Edi Gathegi is set to co-star in a new comedy dubbed 'Family Tools'. The show was among those announced by ABC this week in the mid-season programming and will premiere on Wednesday, May 1 at 8:30 pm.

Complete List of SOYA Award Winners 2012

The annual Sports Personality of the Year Awards took place this Thursday at the Carnivore grounds. The colourful awards ceremony that were graced by Sports Minister Ababu Namwamba saw world 800m champion and record holder David Rudisha crowned the Sports Personality of the Year 2012.

Blast in Eastleigh near Hidiya Mosque

An explosion has been reported in Eastleigh suburb, barely 48 hrs after a similar one left one person dead and scores injured.

The incident which happened at about 8pm on Friday night took place near Hidiya Mosque next to Ushirika Flats and has left 10 people wounded.

Police are at the scene and the injured have been rushed to Afueni Hospital in Buru Buru.
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Kamukunji Member of Parliament Yusuf Hassan was among those injured. He suffered a fractured leg and was rushed to Aga Khan Hospital.
A child was also among the wounded.
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3 people confirmed dead. Casualties are undergoing treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital.
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Kenya Red Cross reports: 16 casualties (3 at the Aga Khan Hospital and 13 at the Kenyatta National Hospital).
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Death toll rises to 5.
10 people have been arrested in connection with the blast.
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We will keep you updated

We send our condolences to the aggrieved families 

UAP Names Dominic Kiarie new MD

On  Thursday, the Board of UAP Holdings Ltd announced  that Deputy Group Managing Director Dominic Kiarie will  take over the position of retiring Group Managing Director, James Muguiyi.

Muguiyi who has been with UAP for the last 30 years, has overseen the growth of the group’s business in Kenya and expansion into Uganda in 2004, South Sudan in 2005 as well as into Rwanda and DRC in 2012.

Community Cooker Foundation Wins FT/Citi Ingenuity Award 2012

Kenyan not-for-profit organisation, Community Cooker Foundation has been named the global winner in the inaugural Financial Times /Citi Ingenuity Awards: Urban Ideas in Action Programme. The foundation was presented the award yesterday at a colorful gala dinner held in New York.

Soko Wins 2012 Source Africa Awards

Kenyan clothing production workshop, Soko is the 2012 Source Awards winner in the Africa category. Soko was named among 11 other winners at a ceremony held in Central London on Tuesday evening.

The clothing house which has offered a means of making a living for needy people in the country, was honored with the prestigious Africa Award, recognizing its outstanding achievement as a fashion business that transforms livelihood as well as providing opportunities in Africa.  

About SOKO
Soko was set up in 2009 by Joanna Maiden. Joanna’s vision was for Soko to provide the link between the international fashion industry and the local community, Kenya; through making beautiful clothes Soko provides fair employment to this impoverished community. Soko is committed to investing profits into the growth of Soko and local community projects.

About SOURCE Awards 
The awards which are part of the SOURCE, a groundbreaking social enterprise and resource for fashion professionals, including SOURCE Intelligence Magazine, SOURCE Database and SOURCE Network recognize excellence in fashion and sustainability across different categories, ranging from design innovation to brand leadership across women’s, men’s, accessories, children’s wear, sustainable supply/manufacture, retail, and individual contribution.

Click Here for the complete list of 2012 Source Awards Winners
 

2012 Kalasha Film & TV Awards set for Saturday

The 4th edition of the annual Kalasha Film & Television Awards Gala will take place Saturday, December 8, 2012 at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC).

Time: 6.00pm
Charges: Ksh. 3,000 (Tickets are available at Kenya Film Commission Offices on Lenena Road and at Cellnet Cyber, Imax Building 20th Century.)

Call the ticket hotline: 0729407479

Training on Intellectual Property and Copyright by KCB, 8 Dec

The Kenya Copyright Board, Maisha Yetu (Kenya) and PAYT & Dextraw Studio (South Africa) will organize a workshop for artists in the audio-visual category on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at the Sarakasi Dome. Kenya’s renowned Hip-hop artist Mwafrika will be the main artist presenting at the Haki za Msanii workshop. Mwafrika will be presenting on his experience as a TV producer exhibiting productions never seen on TV before. Mwafrika currently a presenter on the TV show Raiyaa will engage the audience on TV production and why he uses comedy to pass social messages.

If you are an artist or art lover and would like to interact with peers from East and Southern Africa this is a forum where you could build your networks and learn more about Intellectual Property laws. You will also engage with legal representatives from the Kenya Copyright Board.

Time: 11am to 2pm

For more details, visit Maisha Yetu’s website 

Nominees for 2012 SOYA Awards

Below is the list of nominees for the 2012 Sports Personalities of the Year Awards slated for Thursday night at Carnivore.

Sports Personality of the Year

Abraham Tarbei, David Rudisha, Mary Keitany, Victor Wanyama, Jason Dunford, Vivian Cheruiyot, Ezekiel Kemboi,

Explosion in Eastleigh's Section Three

There has been a reported explosion in Eastleigh's Section Three this evening.
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At least 4 people have been seriously injured.
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Police say incident occurred at California area near Joska Supermarket.
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Kenya Red Cross confirms there are 7 casualties and 2 have been evacuated to Kenyatta National Hospital.
No fatalities.
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It's reported that the explosive device was buried by the roadside few metres from where another explosion had occurred last month.

We will keep you updated.

We send our condolences to those injured 

Kenya Dance Krews Awards Set for Dec 11th

The inaugural Kenya Dance Krews Awards (KEDAKA) will be held next Tuesday, 11^th December 2012 at the Nairobi Cinema.

Performances by 30 dance crews from Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu; 10 artistes, 4 MCs and 2 DJs.

Time: 6:00 p.m – 10:00 p.m

SOYA 2012 Welcomes Samuel Kuffour

Celebrated footballer Samuel Osei Kuffour will grace the ninth edition of the Sports Personality of the Year Awards (SOYA) Gala slated for Thursday night at the Carnivore.  

The former Ghana and Bayern Munich defender Samuel will arrive in the country on early hours of Thursday morning before the awards ceremony.

Kuffour is the youngest Olympic Football Champion of all-time, winning bronze at the 1992 Olympics with Ghana just before his 16^th birthday. He made one appearance for his country during the 2006 World Cup finals, against Italy.

At Bayern Munich, he enjoyed great success winning the 2001 UEFA Champions League and 16 other major titles in his 11-year stay at the Bundesliga club.

He had spells with AS Roma, Livorno and Ajax as well as featuring for the Black Stars from 1993 to 2006 (59 appearances). 

University of Nairobi Ranks 5th in Africa’s Top Universities

According to the latest ranking of African Universities by Africa.com, the University of Nairobi is the 5^th best University in Africa. Three Universities from Egypt took the top three positions with Makerere University and University of Dar Es Salaam coming in 4^th and 6^th position respectively.   

Jackie Janmohamed elected Cricket Kenya Chairperson

Veteran international umpire Jackie Jan Mohamed of Sir Ali Club is the new chairperson of Cricket Kenya.

Jackie who was nominated unanimously as the Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association (NPCA) candidate for the post, was also elected unopposed to become the first woman to chair a national cricket board.

The accomplished lawyer will replace the outgoing chairperson Samir Inamdar; and has said that she will unite the cricket fraternity and work together with the management team to grow the sport in the country.  

Other officials who were elected on Sunday at the Ruaraka Sports Club include Anil Patel (vice-chairperson), Chidam Subramanian (treasurer), and Kalpesh Solanki (development director).

JSO@7 with John Sibi-Okumu Premiers, Monday on Kiss TV

‘Mwenye Sikio’

Actor, thespian, and renowned journalist John Sibi Okumu will be premiering his new show Monday, 3^rd December on Radio Africa’s Kiss TV at 7:00pm. Dubbed ‘JSO@7’, the one-hour show will have latest news updates across the country as well as exclusives interviews.

Nairobi to Start in Kenya’s Digital Transition

Kenya’s digital migration will begin with Nairobi where all analog signals will be switched off by 31^st December as a trial test before being rolled out to the other towns in the country.

The Communication Commission of Kenya (CCK) has urged Kenyans living in Nairobi to buy a set top box before the end of the year in order to enjoy television programming.

The digital migration in the country is targeted at four million analogue viewers.

CCK has licensed over 20 players of digital decoders to sell decoders, which are currently retailing between Sh. 2,000 and Sh. 5,000. Local channels are also ready for switch with over 20 currently being available on the digital TV platform, free of charge.

The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation’s signet service offers free to air service with 18 new channels while 8 others are expected to be activated this December. Some of these channels are airing in vernacular.

It’s expected by June 2013 the whole country will have shifted to digital broadcasting, ahead of the global deadline of 2015.

Some of the advantages of Digital TV over its Analogue counterpart include, capability to send twice as much information in the same amount of bandwidth as analogue TV, resulting in a high quality picture and sound; and better reception as Digital TV are not subjective to weather patterns such as rain or cloudy skies.

Paul Tergat Inducted Into Johnnie Walker Giants

Kenyan marathon legend Dr. Paul Tergat has been inducted into Johnnie Walker ‘Walk With Giants’ Hall of Fame which celebrates the life stories of some of the world’s most inspirational men.

The five-time world cross country champion and world marathon record holder will now join the likes of Living legend Haile Gebrselassie, Formula One Champions Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button, Explorers Ranulph Fiennes and Amyr Klink, Marketing Guru John Hegarty and British Billionaire Richard Brunson.

2012 Marketing Society of Kenya Award Winners

The annual Marketing Society of Kenya (MSK) Awards gala was held on Friday night to recognize corporate and personalities who have made outstanding contributions to the marketing profession.  

Kenya Finishes 3rd in Dubai Sevens

Photo Courtesy of dubairugby7s.com

Kenya beat France 15-12 in the third place playoff to finish with 17 points at the 2012 Emirates Dubai Sevens.Kenya now boasts of 32 points after 2 legs of the 2012/2013 HSBC Sevens World Series.

Earlier in the day, Kenya lost to New Zealand 27-7 in the main cup semifinals.In the quarterfinals, the boys saw off Canada with a 19-7 triumphant win.   

Yesterday they won two out of three matches in Pool A to qualify for the quarterfinals. In their opening match, they beat Scotland 12-5 before later defeating Spain 10-7. Kenya, however, lost 10-14 to Fiji in the final match of the day.

Mike Friday’s boys now look forward to South Africa’s Port Elizabeth Sevens where they are drawn alongside Wales, Argentina, and Spain. 

Blankets & Wine XXXX, Sunday

This year Blankets and Wines ends with an all Kenyan cast on Sunday, December 2^nd at the Leisure Gardens, Mamba Village.

   

The event will mark the 40^th edition of Blankets & Wines over four successive years.

Performances by: Madtraxx, Dan 'Chizi' Aceda, Makadem, Andrew & Afrology Band.

Time: 1pm – 7pm

Charges: Sh1,500 (ticketsasa.com and at select Dormans outlets).

Sh2,000 (Gate),

Sh500 (Children between 5 to 12 years)


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Organizers of the 40^th edition of Blankets & Wine experience have cancelled the event due to the prevailing weather conditions.
The team sincerely regrets the inconvenience and has advised those who had purchased the tickets in advance to hold on to them as they can be used in the following Blankets & Wine events in the first quarter of 2013: January 6th, February 3rd and April 7th. 

James Mwangi Clinches Forbes Africa 2012 Person of the Year

Equity Bank CEO, Dr James Mwangi has been named the 2012 Forbes Africa Person of the Year by Forbes Magazine. Dr Mwangi beat four other nominees to clinch the award during a ceremony held on Thursday night at the Porsche Centre in Lagos, Nigeria.

Dr Mwangi was honoured for playing a central role in making Equity Bank the largest bank in East and Central Africa, with over 70 million accounts in Kenya alone.

Rudisha Named AK Athlete of the Year 2012

World 800m record holder and Olympic champion David Rudisha was named the 2012 Athlete of the Year at the third edition of the Athletics Kenya Golden Gala held on Friday evening at the Nairobi Club.

The 23-year old who clocked 1.40.91 to set the new world record at the Olympics also bagged two other awards, the Middle-distance Award, and World Record Award.

Below is the complete list of the 2012 Athletics Kenya Awards Winners: