Author: Steve Ireri

Ugandan climate activist Faith Patricia Ariokot has broken the Guinness World Record for the “Longest Tree Hug by an Individual” title. Commencing her record-breaking attempt on December 29, 2023, Ariokot had previously endeavoured to break the same record on December 8 but faced challenges, including camera glitches that affected the documentation of her effort. She hugged a tree for 15 hours, 19 minutes. Prior to breaking the record, the Founder of ‘Faith In Trees’ expressed her determination to establish a new record time for tree-hugging, emphasizing her belief that “trees matter.” “I attempted a Guinness World Record on December 8,…

Tanzanian Bongo Flava star Diamond Platnumz has swiftly responded to the breakup  announcement from Zuchu in a sarcastic post, and asked netizens to pray for him as he handled this difficult moment Diamond who likened the breakup to submerging in water, sarcastically opined that he was in much need of his fans prayers after the ‘Sukari’ hitmaker called it quits with him. “Then my friends, as you heard, I have fallen in water. I really need your prayers, sympathy, and closeness at this period of my youth, so that I can get strength and comfort in this difficult period,” he…

Gengetone artist and former Sailors Gang member, Miracle Baby, has been discharged from the hospital after a 60-day treatment period. Amidst the jubilant atmosphere, Eric Omondi led a joyful procession of friends, among them Miracle Baby’s beloved wife, Carol Katrue, escorting him from the hospital to the comforting confines of his home. Their voices filled with cheer, they serenaded the occasion with melodies, slicing into a celebratory cake to commemorate the end of the musician’s hospital stay. Recently, Miracle Baby’s partner, Carol Katrue, appealed to Kenyans to assist in settling the hospital bills. Eric Omondi, through his initiative Sisi Kwa…

In a stark admission of systemic failures within the State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services, the Kenyan government has pledged urgent action to rectify the ongoing passport issuance crisis.  The Ministry of Interior and National Administration, led by Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki, issued a press release today addressing the long-standing challenges that have plagued the passport production infrastructure. The press release highlighted years of neglect in investment in passport production infrastructure, accumulation of supplier debts, and rampant corruption as key factors undermining the government’s efforts to transform the immigration and citizen services department. Consequently, many Kenyans have faced…

President William Ruto has promised to build a second house for Kelvin Kiptum’s widow Asenath Rotich and an additional Ksh5 million and a job. Speaking during the burial of the world’s fastest marathon runner, Ruto said that the government is forging a way to ensure all sportsmen in the country get training on how to use and invest the money they get from their sporting activities.  Ruto also promised to adjust the country’s reward system for athletes and other sportsmen and women, “We are going to adjust our reward system so that it is not just about money for today, that it…

The world’s tallest man, Sultan Kosen, and the world’s shortest woman, Jyoti Amge, recently reunited in the United States after six years. They first met for a photo shoot in Egypt back in 2018. The two of them enjoyed breakfast together in California’s Irvine and took some photos on February 19.  One of the pictures of their reunion shared by the Daily Mail shows Amge standing next to Kosen’s shoe. Another shows Kosen sitting on a chair and Amge standing on another chair next to him. According to the Guinness World Records, there’s more than a six-foot height difference between the two. …

A Nairobi court has ignited a legal battle between Kenyan rapper Nyashinski and Nigerian music producer Sam Eli Are, centering around the hit song “Wach Wach” and its use in a Tecno phone endorsement deal.  

Kenyan film “Mpakani,” a captivating story about a Special Intervention Unit battling terrorism, has landed on Netflix and sparked international acclaim. This has ignited anticipation for its potential success at the upcoming Kalasha Film and TV Market and Awards, where prominent figures from across the continent will gather in Nairobi.  Mpakani, meaning “on/at the border” in Swahili, transcends its literal meaning to become a powerful exploration of human resilience in the face of extreme challenges. Directed by Victor Gatonye, this 10-episode action drama is not just a visual spectacle but a deeply emotional journey that stays with you long…

Eric Omondi has criticized netizens for spreading hurtful speculations that may have contributed to the breakup between Mungai Eve and Trevor. In an exclusive interview with Presenter Ali, Eric said he was not sure what could have caused the estranged duo’s rivalry, while saying he wished all the best for them. Eric suggested that he would make efforts to bring the two back together while saying he had been an instrumental part in their marriages coming of age. Presenter Ali Sets High Rate for Working with Mungai Eve, Estranged Partner Director Trevor: “Ksh 800,000” In a separate story…

Hundreds of mourners paid an emotional tribute on Thursday to Kenya’s world marathon record-holder Kelvin Kiptum, ahead of his funeral in the nation’s athletics heartland. Kiptum, 24, was killed on February 11 in a road accident near the Rift Valley town of Eldoret, leaving Kenya and the world of athletics reeling. On the eve of Friday’s funeral, Kiptum’s coffin, encircled with flowers, was carried in a hearse through Eldoret, some people watching in silence, others singing hymns. His mother Mary Kangongo and widow Asenath Rotich wept inconsolably at the mortuary as the wooden coffin was loaded into the black hearse.…