Author: winnie mabel

TikTok unveiled its 2025 Global Discover List, and among them were six African creators “to watch”. Top on the List is Kenya’s Roy Kanyi, a tech enthusiast who made the Educator’s List. “These creators educate their community and entertain along the way. Whether they’re teaching languages, exploring new technology, or highlighting ancient history, educators encourage people to discover something new and to learn more about the world,” said Ms Boniswa Sidwaba, the Head of TikTok’s Content Operations in Sub Saharan Africa. “We carefully consider all content creators on our platform, selecting finalists based on their impact both on TikTok and…

Have you noticed the boldness younger men, comrades if you will, have been displaying lately in approaching older women and shooting their shots? Yes, I have too. Once upon a time, dating was simple- age gaps mattered and younger men respectfully kept their distance from older women, unless they were family friends or mentors. But in today’s Kenyan dating scene, something has shifted. Gen Z (in and out of university) and younger millennials, all known as comrades, are approaching older women with the kind of confidence that can only be described as audacious. They slide into DMs, flirt shamelessly in…

Love and liquor- two intoxicating highs that can feel impossible to quit, and many a song about ‘pombe, pesa na wanawake/wanaume’ (alcohol, money, women/men) have been made about these three pursuits. Some people aren’t just looking for love; they’re hooked on it- the late-night texts, the butterflies, the thrill of being wanted. And when romance isn’t enough? A glass (or three) of their favorite drink fills the void. It starts off as fun weekend cocktails with a “situationship,” long drives with cheap wine in the cupholder, but before they know it, love and alcohol become twin addictions, each numbing the…

It always starts small. A harmless Sh 10 bet on a midweek Premier League match, a tiny thrill of guessing right and boom- you’re hooked. Suddenly, every game is a “sure bet” and every weekend, you’re hoping for that one big win that will change your life. As far as you are concerned, you told yourself it was just for fun. Small bets here and there on a weekend- a means of spicing up those game nights where you attend watch parties with friends…the thrill of guessing if you will win or lose. No big deal, right? But now, it’s…

It starts with an unexpected text, a late-night call, or worse, a bold DM request. Your heart races, your stomach drops and in that moment, you have two choices: react or respond. Most people choose the former. Some explode in rage, crafting paragraphs upon paragraphs of insults as they plan how they will go on a scorched earth policy, demanding answers their partner should have given in the first place. Others spiral into heartbreak, refreshing messages, overanalyzing screenshots and questioning every moment in their relationship. And then there are the detectives. The ones who dig, stalk and gather receipts, determined…

Dear Chief Financier of Extracurricular Affairs, We see you Mubaba (male sponsor). The distinguished gentleman with a well-tailored suit, a taste for single malt whisky and a keen eye for “potential” in the university corridors and high-end lounges. You move with the confidence of a man who has seen it all- built empires, raised families and now, in your later years, have decided that love should come with a receipt and a well-documented budget. But let’s talk about this weekly mistress allowance you so generously dish out. Is this an investment or an expense? Because, truth be told, some of…

Dear clandestine lover (alias Mpango wa Kando- side piece), It’s that time of year again, Valentine’s season. The day when love is loud, flowers are overpriced and WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook statuses are flooded with romantic quotes and gestures. But let’s talk about the real MVPs of this season: the GOAT wives. You know them- the ones who hold down the fort, raise the kids and have built a legacy with the man you’re trying to claim for a single day of candlelit illusions and emotionally charged ‘bedminton’ games. So before you start plotting grand gestures for a man who…

Kenyan politics is like a never-ending soap opera—full of drama, passionate debates and, let’s be real, occasional heartbreaks. Whether it’s an election season or a government scandal, the political divide can turn even the most peaceful estate WhatsApp group into a battlefield. Families have been torn apart, friendships tested and neighbors now side-eye each other over political differences. Kenya has been through hell and back due to political rage as witnessed in the 2007/8 post election violence, and while peace has been our portion in the years since, there are some elements who have lately been dividing the country along…

Adulting is exhausting, and let’s be honest…millennials got the short end of the stick. We grew up chasing degrees, craving an insatiable job security and homeownership before a certain age, only to find ourselves drowning in work emails, burnout culture and unaffordable rent because there was no way our parents expected us to be waking up in their houses past the age of 25. Meanwhile, Gen Z is out here prioritizing self-care routines, sherehe, working remotely in exotic locations, vlogging for social media and earning big bucks from online content, and rejecting the corporate or entrepreneurship grind for a life…

“When I was your age, we used to…”, “My parents did it like this and I’m not going to do it any differently”, “my culture/tribe does not permit me to do this and that”, “This is how I was raised, I don’t see why I should change”. The list goes on and on about how some people stick to traditions that were once considered standard but now feel outdated, restrictive and harmful. As millennials and Gen-Z, we need to continue pushing for a world that is more authentic and balanced; and leave behind certain societal expectations that no longer serve…