Allow me to introduce you to one King Kalala – the controversial young personality that has been labeled the female version of Andrew Kibe.
Born Prudence Chepkirui Tonui, better known as King Kalala became a hot topic after her contentious opinions on relationships, sexuality, broke men…you name it, struck the airwaves.
Well, just 21 years of age, Kalala is already reaping huge fruits after Kenyan media personality, Amina Abdi Rabar offered her a job on radio just because of her frankness, unmatched confidence and resilience.
Award winning TV and radio personality, Amina Abdi Rabar
Breaking the good news during her interview on The Trend live session on Wednesday night, the show host assured the Internet sensation that she will fight tooth and nail to see her join the radio industry effortlessly.
I have been calling everybody I know…and I will keep calling them…I promise you that I will get you on radio. Sijui ata utanipatia salo yako ya kwanza.
Like that wasn´t enough, Mrs Rabar opened the floor for Kalala to make her pick on the radio stations of her choice – which the Capital FM presenter would then see her grace in a few.
King Kalala
Kiss FM where Andrew Kibe is stationed, NRG radio and Vybez radio – based on Kwambox´s energy – were a dear Tonui´s pick.
Unfortunately though, in as much as society was quick to judge her and pick a semblance for her, turns out Kalala doesn´t like her comparison to Andrew Kibe, terming him a ´sadistic f***´.
Lady Prudence currently boasts of at least 42,000 followers on Instagram. Have a look:
Khaliraph Jones is the latest artist to be featured on Jalang’o Mwenyewe’s Youtube show and as expected; the rapper who doubles up as a father and husband opened up revealing unknown things about himself
Well, straight to the point, Jalang’o started by asking Khaligraph Jones to address an issue claiming that he achieved his current body by using steroids.
This being the first time a presenter has gathered enough confidence to ask about this, Jalang’o went on straight asking;
Kenya´s illest rapper, Khaligraph Jones
Kuna time ulikuja ukafura watu wakasema unatumia madawa unameza ile madawa ya kuongeza misuli,ukue mwanaume mwenye miraba minne na misuli tingiya.
To which Khaligraph Jones responded by asking;
unaniuliza kama nilukuwa natumia kweli?
Khaligraph Jones speaks about steroids
Well, fortunately Khaligraph Jones has never used steroids but supplements! He went on to explain himself saying his current body is as healthy as expected since he only uses supplements and spends most of his time at the gym. He went on to open up saying;
Maisha lazima ung’angane ata kwa gym lazimaung’ang’ane. Ata tuseme for example ningekuwa natumia hizo madawa, ata hizo dawa ukitumia kama hufanyi kazi, hutapata hizo results.
Khaligraph Jones demands that International artistes curtain raise his perfomances
Jalang’o on the other hand went on to add saying;
In short masupplements kidogo lakini chuma kwa sana
Having been accused of puffing his body with steroids, Khali on the other hand went on to prove why he would never get on steroids saying;
Kuna ile misconception mtu akiskia supplements anafikiria ni steroids. Supplements ni chakula tu ya kawaida imekuwa refined to a point whereby if you take it inaingia directly to the bloodstream inafanya kazi yake. Kama ni protein imekuwa refined inaingia tu wa muscles directly unaona.
In conclusion the father of one urged the Youth to avoid intoxicating their bodies in the name of body building. He said;
and hizo ni madawa. mtu anadunga zinaenda zinaenlarge heart yako, mtu anapata heart attack. Lakini mimi supplements ni kitu natumia na i would advise anyone going to the gym everybody anaelewa mambo ya kuworkout anajua supplements ni very important yaani in your routine ya kutrain.
But steroids of course si direction unaza taka kuchukua ju nimeona ikimess watu.
The current statistics showing at least 4,000 pregnancies among school-going girls in Machakos county, is if anything, disturbing.
Statistics that have been pegged to the ongoing partial lock down in the country that forced learning institutions to shut down from as early as mid-March when the first case of Coronavirus was reported in Kenya.
An abrupt disruption in the education sector that saw nearly 17 million learners nationwide, get sent packing to their homes.
Kenya´s COVID-19 cases forced schools countrywide to shut down
A situation that the country has been experiencing for at least 3 months now and which has left learners with nothing much to do at home.
Sadly though, in these 3 months, at least 4,000 reported pregnancies were borne in Machakos, majority out of wedlock. This has not only painted a bad picture for the county under Dr Alfred Mutua´s governance but which has also left majority of parents with questions.
Ezekiel Mutua
Giving his two cents on the same, Kenya Film and Classification Board (KFCB) CEO, Dr Ezekiel Mutua has pined the blame on the vulgar vernacular content that has been aired on TV and radio and that has corrupted the minds of these young ones.
Media ethics cop, Dr Ezekiel Mutua
According to him, a survey conducted by the Board in 2017 showed Machakos as a leading county when it comes to production of explicit vernacular music content and to him, the current reports are nothing surprising.
Dr Ezekiel Mutua´s tweet
Unfortunately, even after they raised the alarm 3 years back, it looks like no one listened and the fruits have now shown themselves.
¨Kamba vernacular music normalized teenage sex and objectification of women,¨ he stated. Adding that majority of these songs featured young girls, with bands taking up sexualized stage names.
Dr Ezekiel Mutua´s tweet
He expressed just how much remorse he had in acknowledging the fact that a higher percentage of Kamba music content ´encourages s*x with young girls and even rape´.
Strongly affirming that it is time all this came to an end. A lot of yapping has been done but it is now time action was taken because just how do you deal with 4,000 pregnancies?
Dr Ezekiel Mutua´s tweet
A question that remains unanswered and a statistic that has left many parents and netizens in shock.
It is said: you know your true friends in the face of adversity and a person´s true character is revealed when they have to pick sides.
Diamond´s ex-girlfriends and baby mamas have not had an easy time dealing with the singer´s family. One that has time and again been accused of using sorcery and ever controlling the 30-year old´s relationships.
It has been reported that at first, they seem nice to you. But as time goes by, they start highlighting your flaws and giving all sorts of reasons why you are not the ideal woman for the Bongo Flava star.
The Wasafi family
Reports that his eldest sister, Esma Khan has now come out to address. Calling out Tanzanian critics for pinning the blame on her regards Diamond´s failed relationships.
She categorically stated that she is already overwhelmed with her own troubled relationships to even think of pocking her nose in someone else´s.
Kwanza watu watambue kuwa mimi sihangaiki na uhusiano wa mtu kwa sababu ndoa yangu mwenyewe inawaka moto. Halafu wanafikiri wakiniita Yuda (Judas) nitabadilika kuwa Petro (Peter). Haiwezekani.
Tanzanian businesswoman, Esma Platnumz
Esma´s relationship to her baby daddy, Petit Man has been faced with multiple on-and-offs. Having broken up at least thrice, got back together, before finally partying ways.
According to the businesswoman, she is probably better off living on her own with her two children because men have proven difficult for her.
Esma Platnumz with baby daddy, Petit Man and their daughter
Tanasha & Diamond
Let´s talk of meddling in Tanasha´s love life with Naseeb. A quick flashback will remind you just how much praise Esma showered on the Kenyan girl while she was dating her brother.
Only to later, come out and label her ´unfit´ for the King of Bongo Flava, which is a clear show of hypocrisy.
Esma Platnumz (left), Tanasha Donna (center) and her baby daddy Diamond Platnumz (right)
To this Esma responded:
Kama nilimsifia (Tanasha), ujue alikuwa akifanya jambo jema. Lakini kama alivurunda ndiyo maana nikasema hivyo.
It would be justified to say Kenyan boss lady, Akothee has experienced both sides of the spectrum when it comes to a hard-knocking and a luxury life.
She has borne children, been sent out to the streets, done odd jobs to fend for them, boarded several planes to fight for custody rights and today, she looks back and is proud that she did it all.
Today, Akothee stands as one of the few well-paid Kenyan musicians and celebrities, having established her brand both in the business world and in the music industry.
Kenyan recording artist, Akothee
Born, Esther Akoth has rubbed shoulders with the who and the who´s of this world. Traveled across the globe, lived in some of the most high-end places in the country and still affords to stretch out a helping hand to the most vulnerable in society.
She is a woman who has given a voice to the voiceless and hope to the dying.
Well, having probably seen it all, the 40-year old businesswoman is now inculcating the same into her children – especially her three daughters.
Akothee with her three grown daughters
The mother of 5 has previously warned her girls against sleeping around with all sorts of men, only to come home with a bulging belly.
She has inculcated modesty, virtues and discipline in her children – unlike what many would expect of most rich kids around.
Akothee has previously been spotted tossing to some wine and alcohol together with her daughters, with many wondering what value this adds to her children´s lives.
Akothee with her daughters
The ´why´
A question she has proudly come out to answer, stating she is not about to see her daughters fall into the traps of many men out here who bait young girls with exotic drinks.
If anything, she rather offer her three girls the drinks, so that it does not sound new or special to them, in the event that a man tries to lure them into sexual intimacy through high-end drinks. She expressed:
I served alcohol to my own children, so that no man will dangle a bottle of champagne on their faces and make it look like a very special drink to make one lower their panties, me tgat used to drink mens beer and run away ???????????? let it be free will if they mess up ,its me ????????????
Akothee with daughters (right) and her friend Judith (extreme left) enjoying drinks
Her response might provoke a laugh but that is Akothee for you. She takes care of whatever she can and is privy to, to avoid seeing her own fall into similar traps.
Her sentiments left fans and followers cracking ribs, bemused by just how frank the Madam Boss is.
Milele FM presenter, Jalang´o is not in the business of building an enviable body physique or even stepping out in matching outfits with his woman. No!
The radio personality, took a swipe at fellow men who loose sweat and blood in the gym to build that 6-pack, which according to him is breaking God´s commandments.
During his Milele Breakfast show with co-host, Alex Mwakideu, the comedian gave his two cents about men who struggle with physical fitness and who come out in public donning matching outfits with their partners.
Milele FM presenters, Jalang´o (front) and Alex Mwakideu (back)
Wednesday, June 17, the family man did not understand why a grown Kenyan man would spend thousands of money on gym membership and adhere to regular gym visits.
Investing in the gym is just a pure waste of money and an attempt to play God with your body. Kitambi ni Mungu huleta, hakuna haja kuharibu pesa kwa gym.
According to Felix Odiwuor alias Jalang´o, potbellies are God´s blessing upon man, pushing them to work harder and smarter in order to retain it in place or even grow it bigger.
Kenyan comedian, Jalang´o
The radio personality was of the common notion that the bigger and heavier a man´s potbelly is, the more moneyed this individual is.
Further adding that a potbelly is a reminder to men that they need to spend money on more essential possessions, the likes of a Mercedes Benz, Porsche Cayenne…you name it!
Additionally stating that just like the Bible says that no one should covet another man´s wife or possessions, then a potbelly is God´s way of sparing man from falling into the temptation of going after young ladies.
Matching outfits
Speaking of the current trend especially among Kenyan personalities, who come out dressed in matching outfits, Jalang´o felt disappointed in such kind of men.
Jalango with his wife
As he gave his ´Msemo wa Siku´, the comedian articulated:
Mapenzi ni kupendana na kupeana, hii mambo ya kuvaa nguo za kufanana achia wafungwa! (Love is about loving and giving, this thing of wearing matching outfits should be spared for prisoners).
Anerlisa Muigai is not any different from any other normal woman. She also happens to have her insecurities and this is why she recently shared one of the challenges she has been facing.
Having married the love of her life in a low key wedding back in Tanzania; Anerlisa now says that she now has to deal with body weight pressure.
Apparently this is because she has to keep her body in check to avoid adding excess weight which would lead to online trolls; and having been there before, she obviously does not wish to get back to that.
In a new photo shared on social media, Anerlisa opened up about this saying;
“The challenging part about dating an artist, is that you have to keep your body fit all the time”
Weight loss journey
Before the weight loss, Anerlisa Muigai had been struggling with her excess weight but it took her a while before deciding to change her life.
Speaking about what pushed her to lose weight, Anerlisa opened up revealing that on one morning; as she woke up to a fast heartbeat that left her breathless and crying, and on January 4, 2016, she decided her life needs to change.
Anerlisa Muigai dances to the tune of turning 32
During a recent interview, the lass was asked whether people treat her any different now that she is smaller; to which Anerlisa responded saying;
Ooh Yes, when I was big people used to stare at me.. I got to the point I was thinking they can probably see what I just ate. I used to enter a cloth store and get a ‘Sorry we don’t have clothes your size here’ as in the 4 years I have taken to lose weight were the toughest years but definitely worth it. Now people stare in admiration which is not a bad thing but can get uncomfortable.
Gospel singer Christina Shusho is no longer married to her pastor husband, John Shusho. According to reports, the two have been living separately for months now and from the look of things, they will not be getting back anytime soon.
Speaking to Nairobinews, Christina Shusho opened up revealing that she got a divine calling that inspired her to walk away from the man she was married to for years.
She went on to add that the spirit of God redirected her into fulling a new assignment that she is currently working on. Christina Shusho went on to open up saying;
The truth is that this is an assignment and nothing more. God gave me this assignment during this season. It is therefore a must for me to leave and go fulfill that assignment.
Singer Christina Shusho
Surprisingly Mr Shusho was okay with this idea as he allegedly continues supporting his ex wife even after their separation.
Shusho’s family
When asked why she no longer posts her family photos, Shusho went on to respond saying sharing photos doesn’t bring her any money; and for this reason fans should not be anticipating for any new photos anytime soon.
I do not post photos of my family because it does not bring in any money. If it does not earn me a thing then why should I post it?
Apart from this Christina Shusho is also planning to start her own ministry now that she no longer works with her husband like before. During her interview, she however mentioned that Mr Shusho gave her his blessing and pretty soon her ministry will be operating like her former church.
Anyway as for now her fans are asking for is a new jam and hopefully this gifted woman will be able to deliver this one request; at least to keep fans busy!
Soon as the #VogueChallenge hit the Kenyan market, public figures and netizens took it up, with a hope of someday gracing the American monthly fashion and lifestyle magazine´s cover.
Talking of celebrities, we have seen the likes of Sheila Mwanyigha, Kate actress, Sarah Hassan, Julie Gichuru, Diana Marua, Amina Abdi Rabar, Kalekye Mumo just to name a few…being among the female personalities who took up the challenge.
Well enough, everyone stepped into their best outfits, put on their best faces, and starred like this was their moment to shine. Creativity was at its best, with manipulation employed to best fit into the magazine´s cover showing itself.
However, like they say, there can be only one winner – for lack of a better word.
CNN recognition
Among the many Kenyan female celebrities who tried their luck, bubbly radio personality Kalekye Mumo was the one who bagged the crown home.
Celebrated media personality, Kalekye Mumo
This is after CNN picked her cover and acknowledged her participation in the challenge as one of the many people in the world taking up the #VogueChallenge to promote diversity and show black culture.
Announcing the good news to fans, she shared an excerpt from the article and captioned:
I did this challenge to not only use my voice but use my face to show the beautiful, talented black people across the world, let alone Africa and Kenya that could grace the magazine with finesse. My hope is that the fashion industry will begin to embrace black faces of all shapes and sizes – especially since I am a fabulous plus-size woman.
The 44-year old picked on a red-laced dress with some fancy neck ripples and a belt to bring out her curvy figure. Looking like some no-nonsense boss lady, Kalekye chose to have the magazine´s title behind her face and looks like it worked.
One would think she had expected this, after taking up the challenge with a caption that dared:
“And they will know who you are without you saying your name” ❤️❤️❤️ #VogueChallenge ➡️swipe left
Making waves & shaking tables….
Kalekye Mumo Vogue Challenge
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Before you make a breakthrough in life, there are people who push you to be better, individuals already more experienced than you, who give you their shoulders to stand on.
Jackson Ngechu, better known as CMB Prezzo was not just born into the entertainment industry and before he became a godfather, the rapper was first mentored.
Speaking of his past during an interview with A star of Cleaning The Airwaves, Prezzo revealed just how much he owes Kenya´s lovechild, Wyre his success in the industry.
CMB Prezzo with Wyre
When everyone else walked away from him and never believed he had talent as an artist, Wyre was the only person who did.
To this, the king of bling bling shows mad respect.
Shout out to Wyre man, if I ever do an interview without giving him his due respect, I will just be a sellout. Because if it was not for Wyre, I wouldn´t have started this.
Rapper CMB Prezzo
It was through Wyre´s hands and efforts that Prezzo was able to make his music debut singles. Even when his bosses said ´no´, the reggae enthusiast, told him ´yes´.
Wyre was even being discouraged by his superiors from working with me. They did not want ´this rubbish´ to be recorded there. But Wyre made it possible.
Born Kevin Wyre is a R&B and reggae musician who has lead a private life ever since his star shone in the Kenyan entertainment scene.
Kenya´s lovechild, Kevin Wyre
And to many, Prezzo´s confession that Wyre had a major stake in his life as an artist, turned out a surprise.
American-born Nigerian singer, David Adedeji Adeleke popularly known as Davido has been rumored to be violent towards his wife Chioma Avril Rowland who recently gave birth.
Reports that went viral and forced his wife Chi to respond to the same, as she cautioned young girls in marriage against condoning men who are violent towards them.
In a long post alert, the young mother trashed the reports, calling out blogs and critics for clout-chasing in an attempt to taint someone´s image and brand.
Chef Chi
Further stating that domestic abuse is not something to fool around with, therefore compelling her to respond and clarify that nothing of such kind ever happened in her home.
But I must say I have found quite disturbing the stories of domestic abuse between myself and David and for once feel a need to speak up. Domestic violence and abuse is NO JOKE and not something to ever take lightly. Never has there ever been an incident of abuse in my home.
¨He (Davido) has never in his life lifted a finger to touch me and I have never so much as even pushed him,¨ Chioma articulated.
Nigerian sweethearts, Chioma and Davido
She urged the public to have the fear of God when it comes to the kind of things they say and especially that which they have no clue about.
I believe with everything we peddle as human beings whether offline or online, we should have a bit of fear of God more so when speaking on things we know absolutely nothing of. I’m not sure where in the world such stories have started from, but I want to ensure everyone showing concern whether fake or real, that such has never and will never happen.
Davido´s fiancée, Chioma
However, the 25-year old mother of one cautioned those spreading false allegations that legal action may be taken if such malice continues.
Further, we do not take such allegations of abuse lightly at all and if such persists then we will be jointly taking up action against the perpetrators of these disgusting rumors.
Lovebirds, Chioma and Davido
To the young and upcoming mothers and wives, a dear Chi penned:
To the beautiful young ones out there, never ever allow a man to lay his hands on you while you keep quiet. If you were ever to suffer such, ensure you SPEAK UP! With all that is going on in the world right now, we most certainly can not sit around and condone or encourage women to condone such!
We all attach different meanings to certain words, depending on the context, the relationship one has with the other party and based on our daily use of these words.
Tanzanian socialite, Hamisa Mobetto has found herself at a tight spot after her intimate online chat with popular Dubai-based Nigerian, Mustapha better known as Mompha.
Taking to her page, the video vixen spared the day to wish the Nigerian tycoon a happy birthday as he marked a new year in his life. Sharing:
Happy Birthday Boss @mompha
May The Almighty Continue To Bless You & Protect You forever ….❤️????????
This raised eyebrows leaving fans speculating that these two had more than just some brother-sister love, hinting that they would make a good couple.
angel_mukash Huyu kwa hamisa ako sawa sio kutafuta bentens safari inaishia kwa bed ????♀️????♀️????????♀
Mompha is reportedly a playboy and one involved in controversies around money laundry and corruption scandals, back in Nigeria.
He is also a business mogul, with a wife complete with two kids: a son and a daughter.
Mompha´s wife and kids
Flashback
This comes barely weeks after the young mother of two articulated that she was not in the business of settling with a man yet, since her main focus was on growing her brand and taking care of her two children.
I am single, I don´t have time to be in a relationship plus I have kids, I am very busy. I don´t think if I get into a relationship, I´m gonna give the person enough attention.
Mompreneur and singer, Hamisa Mobetto
Hamisa has been in on-and-off relationships with different men in her life, having had two baby daddies, the first with whom she sired her daughter with and the second being Diamond Platnumz who blessed her with son Dylan.
Whether she has changed her life with regards to settling, only time will tell.
Seasoned Kenyan Hip-Hop artist, Nyashinki and his wife, Zia Bett were confirmed to be expecting a child together, only to soon after go under and never give fans their journey to delivery.
It is true to say that the young married couple welcomed their bouncing baby mid March but never gave us the privilege to have a glimpse of their little creation. Let alone the baby´s gender or even date of birth.
Either way, we could not do much and could only wish them a beautiful parenting journey together.
Nyashinski and wife, Zia Bett
However, just as we were about to give up on the couple, born Nyamari Ongegu´s wife and mother to his child, Zia Bett has finally given us a product of her post-delivery effects.
Taking to her social media pages, the stunning Nandi girl paraded her baby-fat free bikini body, with adorable smiles crowning her cheeks and grateful being her theme.
Zia Bett
Bouncing back to the public scene, a dear Zia assured her fans:
I’ve been good. ????
Nyashinski´s wife, Zia Bett
In a short clip, Zia further confirmed that they had indeed welcomed a little Shinski and she was more than glad that she could finally go out and leave her baby home under the care of her dad.
She shared:
When the baby finally sleeps & dad is on duty. ????????????♀️????????♀️????????♀️????????♀️
Later posting a beautiful photo of herself, seemingly glad to be alive and to be a first time mom because it seems like it sure did not disappoint her.
She captioned:
Dreams of brighter days ????
Mother of one, Zia Bett
Aww! Before the father to her child, Nyashinski lauded:
???? Highest grades we blaze ????
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Impressed by the couple´s comeback, fans and followers were quick to express:
Kenyan showbiz artist, Jackson Ngechu, popularly known as CMB Prezzo has had a massive turnover in his life, right from being a convict, to being one of the most acclaimed rappers in the industry.
Having been in the industry for more than 17 years now, the musician has had it rough, ever making headlines with all sorts of scandals, talk of sexual affairs, to co-parenting, to his past that kept haunting him.
The rapper told of a different story during his recent interview on The Play House series, narrating the weird turn of events that followed his release from jail.
CMB Prezzo
Prezzo and Sheila Mwanyigha´s mom were tight, with the TV personality and the artist having dated for a while before things got sour.
Turns out Sheila´s mom got Prezzo out of jail and for this he remained thankful. However, he was given one warning, never to break Sheila´s – also known as Nikki – heart.
I got out of jail and Nikki´s mum said she wants to talk to me. So we went to her home, I also wanted to meet her to say ´thank you mama´ for taking care of the situation. She told me ´it´s okay´ what I´ve done but ´do not break my girl´s heart´.
Ex-lovers, Prezzo and Sheila Mwanyigha
This saw him get withdrawn, with a myriad thoughts racing through his mind, contemplating about what he had done and the changes he needed to make.
But as fate would have it, these two did not end up together, having already impregnated his then-girlfriend, Daisy, who he soon after walked down the isle.
Love & Depression
Prezzo spruced up his wife´s life by spoiling her with the finer things in life, but there was one thing she did not like about this man – his music.
After the Nataka Tupendane jam, that´s how I got married to Mama Zari. She loved Ng´echu but she hated Prezzo. We moved from the penthouse into a mansion because I wanted to satisfy my wife at that time, with the finer things in life, without any budgets attached to it. Daisy, Mama Zari wanted me to stop doing music and probably be an accountant or a teacher somewhere, a carpenter…anything but not music.
Prezzo
But he was not going to give in all the hard work, the sweat and tears he had put in all this while to see him build a brand in music.
Just like that, Prezzo moved out but his life started moving downhill, as he slowly fell into depression.
For like maybe a year, I lost myself. I used to have my bodyguard bring me food, whatever I want at the house, I never left the house for a whole year. It´s like I was in house arrest. And I was slowly but surely getting into depression.
Rapper, Prezzo
Mungiki youth leader
An year later, Prezzo was given an opportunity to lead the Mungiki youths, under Maina Njenga´s rule. An opportunity he quickly grabbed but with his mental state still uneasy.
So, after that, I receive a call after an year and this brother called Brother Andrew told me Chairman would like to meet you. And he´s like ¨Maina Njenga would like to meet you¨. I was asking myself so many questions ¨I was like what is it that Chairman wants to talk to me about?¨ So we went to Karen and Maina Njenga had this movement and he wanted me to be the youth leader of the Mungikis. And who am I to say no?
Kenyan celebrated rap act, Prezzo
In as much as it didn´t sound convincing to be a part of, Prezzo felt that this was probably his chance to achieve a breakthrough in his life and he went for it.
Because everyday I go down on my knees and ask God to give me opportunities and show me which way to go. So if I had just abandoned that meeting, then maybe that was my big break. We kick it with Mheshimiwa Maina Njenga, he gives me his vision and how things are supposed to go and I tell him cool. He put me in a situation and said he is giving me responsibilities and I became a bit shaken.
Time went by but Prezzo still did not feel satisfied with what he was doing. He admitted that without the presence of a father in his life, he had to learn things by himself.
One time when I was leaving Chairman´s place, I went to my place and I was driving and contemplating and telling God, ´Now I´m so confused, like you need to show me a direction, somehow coz really I am confused.´
Kenyan rapper, Prezzo
Breakthrough
Fortunately, God had heard his prayers and that is how Prezzo landed his place at the Big Brother, as Kenya´s representative.
So that you know God listens, as I´m driving, I pull up my car, we had a show with Cannibal then my phone rings and this lady says ´Hi Prezzo, my name is Precious and I´m calling you from Endemol´. So I´m trying to figure out what Endemol was and she goes like ´have you ever watched Big BVrother before? We have this all stars big brother series and we felt like you are the right representative for Kenya.
Well, birds of a feather flock together and Tanzanian bongo flava artistes, Diamond Platnumz and Mbosso Khan are a living confirmation of this.
In as much as the two Wasafi singers might not agree on couple of things, at least there is one thing that bonds them together – the fact that they have a string of children from different women.
Yes, Diamond shocked many after bagging himself at least 4 children across East Africa that earned him the tag ´Father Abraham´ but let me surprise you, Mbosso has surpassed this mark.
Tanzanian artiste, Mbosso
Unknown to many, it is reported that WCB signee, Mbosso is actually a father of 6 – he just needs to double the figure to make a complete football team.
Naseeb has been dishing out condoms as one of the prizes during his ´Big Sunday Live´ TV show.
The protege has however reminded the Wasafi boss that they are the ones who should bag themselves several packets of the prize because they need it more than their fans.
According to him, it seems like Diamond has forgotten that charity begins at home because based on the number of children they have under their name, it is time they took a control measure.
Lile Briefcase lilokuwa na Condom kwenye Big Sunday leo ,lilifaa tushinde Mimi na Wewe , Lingetusaidia sana kaka Yangu ????????????????????
Responding to the same, the Tanzanian crooner reminded Mbosso that according to his religion, use of condoms is not allowed. Plus, Diamond wondered whether the Tamba singer was actually feeling sorry for not being a winner of these packs of condoms.
unaumwa wewe, mie asahivi mtu wa ibada…. ????
Bongo Flava king, Diamond Platnumz
Before Mbosso responded:
Asubutuuuuuuuu … ???????? Kwa sauti Ya Tabu Mtingita
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This attracted mixed reactions from fans and followers who were quick to express:
chafujo_tz Dah mzee we si unapandishaga bendera kwa mkono mmoja ndom ya nini ????????
3231ashley apana mjaze tu dunia iko kwa bibilia ????????????????????
Kenya witnessed wild online uproar following Bahati´s new love song Wanani that to the surprise of many, featured a video vixen instead of his wife, Diana Marua.
Wanani is no lie a romantic ballad dedicated to your significant other and for most artistes, their partners are the ones who take up the role of being vixens in such tracks.
However, gospel artiste, Kevin Bahati expressed a different opinion, after picking his wife´s sassy best friend, Phoina to step in the shoes of being his lover in the anthem.
Singer Bahati with vixen and business lady, Phoina
A move that sparked online uproar on social media with fans bashing him for looking for love in a different woman, therefore leaving his wife envious.
Phoina got serenaded with romantic words, words that swept her off her feet and words that were a true depiction of what true love is meant to be.
Bahati with Diana Marua´s best friend, Phoina
Why not Diana?
The Kenyan singer has now responded to the same, explaining first, that Diana Marua is his wife and that she is set to feature in an upcoming special video of his.
Bahati´s wife, Diana Marua
According to him, fans are free to speak and he is not in the industry to respond to his fans´ emotions, rather spark a different feel in his approach to music videos.
Sikumtumia Diana sababu yupo kwa nyimbo zangu nyingi, nimefanya naye mapenzi na kuna video yangu special inatoka 2021 bado ni yeye yupo. Isitoshe, ndio maana naitwa gospel artiste, nafaa kuwa artistic nisifanye vitu ambavyo watu wanategemea.
Further articulating that God is the one to judge him and his decision to pick Phoina was so that he could feel free and comfortable to express his best self during the shoot, a role in which the businesswoman fitted perfectly.
I don´t depend on people´s opinions but God´s. But why Phoina? Niliona in terms of confidence na chemistry ambayo nilikuwa nahitaji kwa video, niliona ni mtu ambaye angefaa zaidi na aliweza.
Gospel artiste, Kevin Bahati
Bahati however clarified Wanani by no means hints that he has shifted into secular music, rather citing that his gospel fans also express emotions and feel love – an emotion he was targeting to respond to.
They say you will never understand the gravity of something until it hits closer home. Breaking news is that Kenya´s biggest online forum ´Group Kenya´ has officially been deleted by Facebook.
A Facebook group that housed well over 2.1 million members across the country and saw it top as the biggest online forum in Africa, but one that raised mixed reactions among the Kenyan netizens since its inception.
For some, this was home away from home, a place they felt they belonged, a place they were able to openly express their opinions, unchallenged.
Topics ranging from politics, to individuals´ love lives, to religion, to job searches, to what´s trending…you name it! was all discussed on this digital page.
Group Kenya logo
However, for a section, the online forum was but divisive of the Kenyan population, a place where tribalism, hateful ethnic talk and unhealthy conversations would go on.
Fortunately or unfortunately, American social media conglomerate corporation, Facebook this morning, June 16, brought down the forum and it is not in my place to rule whether this was a smart or failed move.
Underlying reasons
Reasons why it was brought down remain unknown but previously, a section of Kenyans had expressed grievances that this page was nothing short of contravening to Facebook´s community standards.
Talk of content that touches on explicit sexual material, to violent and graphic visuals, to adult nudity and even hate speech…anything that infringed on common rights of individuals was considered a no.
The social networking site has the rights to pull down a page´s post that in any way defy its community standards and is similarly welcoming of any reports regarding the same from the public and this is exactly what happened this morning.
´Group Kenya´ founder, Timoth Sem who is a Migori resident is reportedly putting together efforts to try and have the group reinstated.
One of the forum´s administrators formed a different group with the same name and announced the major loss to its members, promising to work to address the issue.
Interestingly, it is reported that soon after a new group was formed under ´Group Kenya´ this morning, well over 50k members had already joined the group, one hour after its inception.
Another major known Facebook forum in Kenya is the controversial Kilimani Mums and Dads Uncensored (Original) with a staggering 936k members.
Online uproar
Soon after the news went viral on social media, Kenyans took to Twitter to express mixed reactions, some hailing the move, others condemning the loss of ´freedom of expression´ by the American social media giant.
Zari’s sons continue taking after their late dad in terms of looks and how they carry themselves on social media. Although many fans see Zari as a socialite after fame and money; they also forget that she has proven to be a perfect mother to her 5 children,
The boss lady has been doing a good job with her boys and this is why we rarely get to see them on social media behaving wild like most teenagers their age. Even after Zari moved on with Diamond Platnumz; the boys never did anything to embarrass their mum or her young boyfriend; which shows the Ssemwanga boys have been raised right.
Anyway just recently while on an interview with SnS, Raphael Ssemwanga is said to have opened up sharing his opinion about his mum’s former relationship with Diamond Platnumz.
According to the young man, seeing their mother happy was all they wanted and since Diamond Platnumz was already doing this; Raphael went on to add that their was nothing he could do. He went on to say;
I didn’t mind because it’s who my mother chose so you know I can’t do anything. If he was making her happy at the time, then that was okay with me
Diamond Platnumz with Zari and the Ssemwanga boys!
Bonding with Diamond Platnumz
When SnS presenter Creez Favor asked whether they talked a lot with the singer; Raph was quick to dismiss this saying he spent most of his time in school since he is a boarder.
However we can’t forget that the boys once gave Diamond Platnumz a warm welcome back when he visited them in South Africa; but it seems that they did not bond as much as expected.
Zari with son, Raph
I was in boarding school at the time so I’d only come home a few times, I didn’t see him that much.
Losing their father back in 2017 forced the boys to step up for their mum and each other; now that the head of the family was never coming back.
However looking at Lil Q who is the youngest of the Ssemwanga; it’s evident to see he looks everything like his daddy!
It´s an interesting world we live in, to see just how far women are willing to go to carry a celebrity´s pregnancy and sort themselves out soon after giving birth.
Gone are the days when true love would best define a bond between a man and a woman. Today, it doesn´t matter how many children a couple sires together, or how many sexual partners one has – as long as you are able to survive and get what you want, it seems like that is all that matters.
Time and again, it has been said that Diamond Platnumz is not a man known to stick to one woman or even pledge his loyalty to a specific lady. Not at all!
WCB Founder and CEO
But every other day, there will always be a woman running after the East African superstar – for reasons best known to these women.
So now, having already borne a string of children from his 3 known baby mamas across East Africa, Tanzanian socialite Amber Lulu has confessed she is head over heels for the Bongo Flava artist.
While divulging intimate details during the launch of Producer Mocco Genius studio in Dar es Salaam, Lulu admitted she loves Naseeb. One because he never gives up and second because of his untamed body physique.
Bongo flava socialite, Amber Lulu
She went ahead to admit that every time she looks at Diamond´s body, she grows cold feet, her legs become frail and her body gives in.
Nampenda Mondi (Diamond) kwa sababu ni fighter, hustler lakini pia mwangalie amekata body (rippled). Ukimwangalia, unachanganyikiwa.
Going further to indicate that she is spending more time in the gym, to re-work on her body with the aim of luring Diamond her way.
Tanzanian video vixen, Amber Lulu
Co-wives?
Confessing that she admires his baby mamas, Zari Hassan and Tanasha Donna and her quenched desire to be like them and have her own brand like they do.
Akisema ananiona nakubali na natulia kabisa. Sasa hivi najibrand nataka niwe kama Zari na Tanasha. Naenda gym nikae vizuri.
Surprisingly though, Lulu´s main target is to get pregnant for Chibu and does not mind if any of his other baby mamas get back together with him, because she is always ready to be a co-wife.
Wajua sina mtoto kwa hiyo mimi nataka nizae na Mondi. Naskia Zari anataka kurudi, akirudi tutapambana, tutakuwa wake wenza, tutalea watoto wote.
Co-parents, Zari Hassan and Diamond Platnumz
Amber Lulu was previously in an on-and-off relationship with Kenya´s Prezzo since way back in 2017, one that only stood strong until early 2019, when the duo bid each other goodbye.
Let´s wait and see whether Diamond heeds to the call.
Actress Joy Ohon popularly known as Joy from Machachari has grown up into a fine young lady; giving many slay queens a run for their money with her none filtered photos!
The actress who was quite popular a few years back played the role of Almasi’s small sister; but judging from her latest photos it’s evident to see that she is no longer small like she used to be!
Joy Ohon who is gospel singer’s Rose Ohon’s daughter appears to have matured into a fine stylish lady; turning heads on social media with her fine looks which she definitely inherited from her mum.
Joy Ohon as a Teenager
All grown up!
Looking at the photos shared on her Instagram page, Joy has definitely become a grown fine lady who we are yet to confirm whether she is legal or not.
However, Joy Ohon seems quite different from her agemates who are definitely sampling the likes of alcohol among other things. Joy may however seem different since she has been raised by Christian parents; who have taught her right from wrong, and being a girl she prefers keeping them happy!
Her TV brother Almasi on the other hand is said to be part of the LGBT community and judging from his posts on instagram; Ian Nene is not shy about this side of him – despite the critics!
Almasi
Although he has refused to reveal whether the rumors making rounds on social media are true or not; it is quite evident to see the his sassy side from his outfits and how he carries himself while taking videos.
The last time Almasi aka Ian Nene engaged with his fans things did not end so well! This is because most of his Kenyan fans still can’t understand how the young man changed all of a sudden; or was had he been hiding his sexuality all this time? Well, this is a question Ian can only answer!
Words can never be enough to explain the emotions that engulf a mother when their child is in pain, when their child is about to loose their life, when their child is fighting to live and you just cannot help them.
Mothers, they say, are exceptional beings, the only creation that was bestowed the ability to give life, to birth a new creature, to carry a child in their womb for a whooping 9 months and still live to nurse this little, beautiful creation.
Well, for some, this short journey becomes long, becomes gruelling the minute your child has to fight for their life. The minute your child has to depend on life support machines to get fully formed and able to lead a life on their own.
Kenyan gospel deejay Jackson Kamau better known as DJ Soxxy and wife Anne Waichigo have struggled with infertility issues as they tried to build a family.
DJ Soxxy with wife Anne Waichigo
Days they would look forward to holding a baby in their arms, only for the body to resist and deny them that golden chance.
At times they gave up, lost hope of ever having someone call them ´daddy´ or ´mommy´ but they eventually got blessed with two children: a daughter Eliana Wairimu and a son Ethan Kamau.
Son in ICU
What many don´t know is the story behind their son, Ethan Kamau. Their last born child who had to spend long days and nights in the ICU because his lungs were weary, soon after birth.
Celebrity couple, DJ Soxxy and Anne Waichigo with their two children
Sharing finer details, Mrs Soxxy admitted she almost gave up on the life of her son, just before he looked up and assured his mom that he was born to live and fight.
And just like that, the little boy bagged himself the name ´Ethan´.
Showering his little boy and celebrating his life on Instagram, Anne penned:
I have this little boy who stole my heart and he calls me mama.. We named him @ethan_kamau Ethan means Strong, firm in hebrew. When Ethan was born, his lungs did not pick up and we thought we would lose him, he stayed in the NICU for a few days. And just like his name, he was strong to fight for his little life.
DJ Soxxy´s wife, Anne Waichigo with son, Ethan Kamau
Adding:
I can’t promise to fix all your problems but I can promise that you won’t have to face them alone.
Bahati left many tongues wagging on social media after his long post dedicated to Harmonize went viral.
As seen on the post, the controversial singer publicly attacked Harmonize for being ungrateful and greedy; and for some reason his Kenyan fans including Jalang’o felt this was a public stunt for an upcoming song. And sadly, the speculations were true.
Anyway, as seen on the post – Bahati demanded Konde gang CEO to apologize to his former boss, Diamond Platnumz; reminding him that the WCB boss was like a father to him.
???? BUT MY POINT IS.., his Mistakes Cannot be Compared with the Kind heart that pushed him to pick you Up from the Streets and Made You who You’re Today. God Used him to Introduce you to the World!
Bahati and Harmonize
With his post circulating on social media; a few Tanzanians on social media have been claiming that Bahati was hired to do Diamond Platnumz dirty job; which he now says is a lie!
Sijatumwa na mtu yeyote kwanza sijaonge na mtu yeyote wa WCB sijui siku ngapi zimepita. Na sijui nani anaweza nilipa mimi anitume. Nina pesa zangu.
Bahati clears the air
However speaking to SnS, Bahati went on to distance himself from Diamond saying they have not talked for a while; but we cannot confirm this for now! He went on to say;
Mimi sijaongea na Diamond kutoka sijui lini. Nilikuwa tu namshauri kama ndugu. The way wewe unaweza pata kitu uone hiki kitu Bahati anapotea unishauri.
Diamond Platnumz with Bahati
According to Baha, his post was meant to help create peace and not more issues. But unfortunately the same post meant for peace ended up making Harmonize unfollow him on Instagram.
Bahati went on to conclude saying;
Nilitaka tu amake peace na atoke na Amani fulani sababu ukitoka na Amani unapata Baraka pia. Sikutarajia atakwazika.
Azziad Nasenya was introduced to the world, barely aged 19, a young campus girl who broke the glass ceiling to become one of Kenya´s most admired and sought-after dancer.
Well, she just turned 20 years of age but her 19th year was nothing close to what she expected. One that opened the world to her but one that equally saw her get trampled upon by the same world which did not believe in her dream.
A dream she always had since she was a kid – a dream to appear before the TV screens. A dream she might have just achieved through her acting TV role on ´Selina´ but a dream that she feels needs to be pursued more.
Selina actress, Azziad Nasenya
Inborn talent
Through her Instagram pages, the 20-year old dashing beauty recalled how back in the days, her primary school teachers had taken note of her inborn talent in the acting industry.
A time she was still young to understand why she had to pursue that path and not something different. But the flame and the dream in her kept burning to date.
Since I was a kid, I have always wanted to be on the screen. This is still the dream that I am working to pursue.
All the way from Primary my teachers were able to spot my talents even before I did and I guess that gave me a lot of psyche and determination to keep on keeping on.
Actress, Azziad Nasenya
She worked through what others had seen in her that she hadn´t yet. The psych and determination kept her going, never quitting but never admitting that she was any better than everyone else.
The hate
Through her journey, she has encountered a fair share of setbacks. She has been called ´overrated´, ´lacking talent´, ´not up to the fight´ as critics tried every means possible to see her give up on her dream, crumble and disappear in thin air.
I have never been a quitter..not that Iam perfect, no. I am still struggling to find my right path..but one thing I was taught is to always be a fighter…and I believe that has helped me achieve the little success that is coming my way.. ‘She is overrated’, they say, ‘She ain’t talented’, they add. ‘She will wear off’, some pray, and many more that I may not be able to quote…
TikTok queen, Azziad Nasenya
All this saw her ¨cry herself to sleep…tossing and turning each night asking the Almighty what she had done to deserve all this¨ she said.
¨At only 19 seeking and asking how cruel the world could be against an innocent soul…¨ she continued.
But after several dark days of blaming herself and doubting that she was set for this path, the Queen rose up, wiped off her tears and decided that it was time to work.
…but after several days of darkness and blaming myself and doubt..I wiped the tears and decided that it’s time to work.
Internet sensation, Azziad Nasenya
Unapologetic comeback
They say it is in failure that we achieve success. So is it in picking up the stones that have been thrown at you and using them to build your Queendom – in this case. That is exactly what happened to Azziad.
Those same words that were thrown my way gave me motivation to work Harder and God Gave me the strength to push even further.
Well, here I am, turning 20 this Tuesday 16th and still living that old dream I had since I was a kid.
As she turns 20 years of age today, Tuesday, June 16, Azziad articulated:
I have not gotten there but my journey just started???????????? Your dreams are valid don’t you ever give up.
Budding content creator, Azziad Nasenya
Powerful words that I believe don´t need explaining. Words that speak of a lioness who was once bitten but arose amidst pitch darkness, with a light from within, determined to light up the world around her and for those that can´t take it, they can only pack up and leave. Because well, her territory has now been marked.
Gospel DJ Gee Gee and his wife have joined in the many celebrity couples gracing our TV screens with their YouTube shows! On their latest episode, the couple opened up about unknown information of how their marriage almost ended!
According to the two, having no child always made them fight now and then; but this was only a problem since DJ Gee Gee says he was not ready to start a family. He went on to add that with this problem, the two stopped communicating in the house; which made things even worse for the two;
I wasn’t communicating to my wife and that meant it was even harder for her. That was one of the things that made us really grow apart.
DJ Gee Gee with wife, Jasmine
Childless marriage
His wife on the other hand mentioned that she always felt offended by the fact that her husband was never ready to have kids. Mrs Gathongo aka Jasmine went on to add that after getting married at 24 years; she expected to start a family before 30’s but clearly, Gee Gee was not up for this! She opened up saying;
“I brought up the conversation of having a baby and he said I should give him some time to think about it. I lack patience. That when I lost it, because I was feeling I had lost my youth. I got married when I had just turned 24. I didn’t want to have kids in my 30s. I thought he don’t wanna have kids. I thought I am stuck in a childless marriage.”
Gee Gee with wifey
Having no child led to more issues which made them talk less hence making them grow apart even more;
“After that argument, we grew further apart and we would go for two weeks without talking. I called my mum and I was like I am coming home,”
Talk of menstrual health and only those who have been in the thick of it know how much of a blessing it is for one to go through their menstrual periods effortlessly.
Kenyan media personality, Njambi Koikai has lived to tell of a past that saw her spend years on the hospital bed, as she fought a grueling battle with the hostile endometriosis condition.
One she survived and one that earned her the title ´Endo Warrior´. The reggae enthusiast has revealed that having periods meant, she would loose buckets of blood for every attempt she made to brush her teeth after a meal.
Kenyan reggae queen, Njambi Koikai
This would see her cheeks bulge to the outside making one think she had put in too much food in her mouth, than she can chew.
The battle
Sharing a photo of herself back ion 2018, while she was receiving treatment in the US, the radio presenter recalled how she had to have part of her gum cut out while she was a teenager.
Ever since I started menstruating, I’ve had countless problems with my teeth and gums. My teeth and gums would bleed heavily everytime I brushed them during my period. In my teenage years, I had part of my gum cut out and 4 teeth removed.
Endo Warrior, Njambi Koikai
This compelled her to wear braces for a good 5 years. Only for the issue to haunt her once again while in the US and after consultation, it emerged that she had high levels of oestrogen in her gums.
The effect gave her 8 cavities of which she seeks to have filled by her dentists but with the current COVID-19 situation, Njambi´s appointments have become a toll order.
I saw an orthodontist surgeon who told me I had very high levels of oestrogen in my gums. They removed 4 other teeth and cut my gum again. He also found out that the oestrogen was damaging my teeth. I have 8 cavities due to this. So in the coming weeks I will be going to visit my dentists to fill these cavities and other recommended procedures. (This Covid19 season is not the easiest though with appointments and all)
Kenyan media personality, Njambi Koikai
Further urging female fans to keep track of any body changes and always seek medical attention when something is amiss.
Look out for these signs and seek medical attention. Do not ignore. Endometriosis is a full body disease.
All in all, she confirmed that she is doing well and getting better, while receiving a couple of medical procedures that will see her through recovery successfully.
Njambi Koikai
¨Endometriosis is a full body disease and should be treated with a multi-disciplinary approach,¨ she articulated.
Gospel celebrity couple, Samuel Muraya and Linet Munyali are giving fans a jaw-dropping home tour after a massive complete make over of their home.
Talk of the befores and afters of the gram, talk of dull and congested home spaces turned into bright and well-organized, spacious interiors.
Sharing this through their online show dubbed The Murayas, the couple showcased just how much transformation an interior decor consultant can transform a plain space into a small heaven.
Celebrity power couple, Size 8 and DJ Mo
According to the gospel artiste, they moved into their home – in the leafy suburbs of Lavington- , while she was still heavily expectant with their son, Muraya junior and she could not do much about their home interior.
The couple decided to hire a decor consultant to revamp their dining and sitting rooms, as they spent time away from the house to allow those involved to work in peace.
Make over
Work was done round the clock, right from the furniture sets, to the ceiling and wall lighting, to the flooring, to the wallpaper instead of doing fresh repainting.
Hanging chandeliers were replaced, the old sofas were completely done away with, the carpets were made more fluffy, the fireplace made brighter and more appealing to the eyes.
Size 8 and DJ Mo´s massive home make over
The family photos were replaced into new frames and their location changed.
Pillow sets perfectly matched, the bouquet of flowers replaced with plastic flower vases that would never wither off, curtains completely replaced with much brighter ones and the floor tiles, covered up with something warmer.
A lot was put into it but so was it equally appreciated. After getting done, the head consultant, Christine, signaled the duo to come back and give their views on the home make over.
Lovebirds, Size 8 and DJ Mo
At first, these two were shy and scared about what was awaiting them before walking in and all they could do was have a stream of tears flowing down their cheeks.
For DJ Mo, he felt like he was walking into a neighbor´s house. For Size 8, she was just overwhelmed, impressed by the fact that a mother can still ask for a helping hand for her home and never get disappointed.
She thanked:
Keep on trusting GOD for your own prayer request and desire!!! And indeed God can do it for you too. Watch and start believing for your own miracle at the level you desire
Gospel singer, Size 8
To this, DJ Mo gave her a lip kiss and the two warmly embraced each other, as they could not hide their elation. This left female fans drooling over the rare gift of an able and loving husband.
