Music industry female heavyweight Judith Nyambura, popularly known as Avril, confessed she has thought of quitting the industry multiple times, especially after her dad’s demise.
The songstress has lived a life in her music career, no doubt! but she also has a second life back home with family.
Sharing her story with Adelle Onyango on her podcast, Legally Clueless, Ms Nyambura confessed:
Music is a jealous lover, or the entertainment industry is jealous. I have wanted so many times to say you know what, I am ending this, and in so many ways, I feel I am in that space.
Celebrated songbird, Avril
The thoughts to call it quits, had crossed her mind, not once, not twice, but numerous times.
A part of it was influenced by her dad’s heart condition that snatched him away from them.
My dad questioned a lot while he was sick and it made us question a lot. I got into that zombie state of questioning so much.
It’s like she had just woken up from some deep sleep. The music queen became more connected to her life and everything around it.
You never know what life is going to be but you know there is an end to it. My life started becoming a bit more conscious and awakened, from the time my dad passed on.
Ms Nyambura, alias Avril
It started with a heart attack. Then things cooled down, only for the tides to return but this time, striking a little bit harder.
He just had a heart attack and we thought he was going to be okay, then all of a sudden, he was not okay and he had a second heart attack, which was a bit more severe.
And just like that, her dad was no more, barely 50 years of age yet so full of life, things just didn’t add up.
He wasn’t old as he had just clocked 50 years and he had a full life ahead of him.
Singer, Avril
Fortunate enough, Avril’s management is what has been keeping her on her toes ever since.
Sometimes you get to a space where you feel like you want someone to drive you, unlike when you are starting.
Avril celebrates more than a decade in the Kenyan music scene.
Okay okay we get it that Khaligraph Jones can spit fire and is already giving many a run for their money thanks to his music.
But, we cannot forget that there are those who came before him, took over the entertainment industry, killed it; but still disappeared into think air like smoke – and now, remain forgotten but still respected by many.
Boundaries?
And for that reason probably it’s about time Khaligraph Jones drew boundaries when it comes to dissing people through his music. As much as fans have praised him for the new song which he went on to refer to Bahati as mtoto was Diana – we cannot overlook at the fact that he crossed the boundaries.
Khali
In the verse Khaligraph speaks about the controversial gospel singer saying;
“Kuwa celebrity ni garama juu wakishakujua ni lawama, Bahati akianza alikuwa mtoto wa mama sahii twitter amegeuziwa yeye ni mtoto wa Diana hakuna huruma siri ni kulenga tu,”
As much as Bahati appears soft, rude, selfish…you name it; we cannot also forget that he is a father and husband to someone! If that is not enough to give him even a little respect then I don’t know what is!
Mr and Mrs Bahati
The Bahati’s
Looking at the memes created by fans after Khaligraph’s song went viral; it’s obvious to see that many seek comfort in crowds and instead of condemning what is not wrong many continue to join hands in supporting crafty lyrics written to destroy yet another human’s self esteem.
However the Bahati seem to be handling this quite well and mature enough not to start a scandal or involve Khaligraph’s family! Through Diana’s Instagram page, she made it clear that she is proud to have Bahati as her baby.
She wrote;
Mtoto waaaaanggguuuuu ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️I just love how we stop reggae. Love you baby @bahatikenya
Kenyan comedian, Mulamwah’s fire doesn’t seem to be dying down any time soon. It started with his confession to quit comedy over bullies, before he got exposed for being a bully himself.
Kiss 100 radio presenter, Kamene Goro came out first after the comedian’s confession went viral, countering his claims labeling him the biggest bully she has ever known.
This seemingly settled after he apologized to her for his actions.
Kamene Goro and Mulamwah
Exposed
Well now, the fire has been reignited. Kenyans on Twitter led the hashtag ‘Mulamwah and Fridah’ on the 22nd of April.
This trended for the better part of the evening, after a girl named ‘Fridah’ exposed his crude ways.
Mulamwah
Fridah revealed she was forced to deactivate her account and commit social media suicide, due to an online bullying by the upcoming comedian.
The lady goes ahead to disclose that Mulamwah started threatening her on the 7th of April, even involving Fridah’s parents in the mix.
Flashback
Let’s take you back in time, Fridah came to light when she allegedly body-shamed the comedian before later apologizing.
However, it turns out that the comedian might have held onto the grudge a little longer and instead started harassing her offline.
Mulamwah
Sharing screenshots of her conversations with Mulamwah, the chats indicate that he was threatening Fridah.
Thats how bad things usually go. Haikuangi mchezo. Tuko pamoja hii wiki yote. Always use your influence wisely it might land you into more trouble than you think. Its time i made you famours now. Katambe ????
Unapologetically warning her that their battle had just began and she better pray that she comes out alive.
Am sorry you are serving as an example. Am sorry. Just pray things goyour way because am fed up.
Take a look:
She further alleges that Mulamwah would use different phone numbers to threaten her.
A Kenyan on Twitter who claims to have called the comedian, divulged that Mulamwah said he harasses Fridah so that she learns her lesson and be warned.
Identified as ‘MJ’ on Twitter, Fridah said she had just had enough of him and was ready to face him head on.
KOT
After he seemed distressed on social media for losing his 3-month unborn child, Kenyans rushed to Mulamwah’s aid, comforting him and encouraging him that all is not lost.
However, he should have known that no one plays KOT because your dark days are coming, in the event they find out you lied.
KOT accused the budding comedian of driving the lady – Fridah – into depression over bullying.
Comedian Mulamwah and the victim of his bullying, Fridah
Mulwamwah is now facing the wrath of Kenyans online for being nothing short of a hypocrite and seeking sympathy that was never deserved in the first place.
They just could not take it from the comedian who walks all over social media in sheep’s clothing.
Kenyans called him out for being a bully who hides in comedy and one who thrives in intimidating ladies.
For some update, Kenyans brought in the hashtag #ArrestMulamwah to just get over and done with all this circus.
If the rumors making rounds on social media about Deborah Rono Chebet are true; then I guess she is the latest celebrity radio presenter to walk out on NRG radio!
For a while now the young lady has not been on air and word has it that this is because she’s no longer an employee at the radio station.
Radio presenter, Rono
This comes just a few months after Tanasha Donna also walked out on the station; stating she needed to focus on son Naseeb and her music career which demands her full attention!
Rono replaces Elodie
Rono however joined NRG after Elodie Zone who is a YouTuber called it quits after 8 months of working at the station as a a presenter and digital content manager.
However thanks to Rono’s hilarious character and love-able personality; the lass won many people’s hearts through her Instagram page and of course radio show!
Unlike most presenters, we can say that Rono has managed to achieve quite a lot considering she is barely 25 years!
So why quit?
Anyway we cannot confirm whether she is currently working for NRG or is no longer a presenter at the station; but all we can say for now is that rumor already has it that she may not be getting back to her old job!
After much speculation about her conspicuous absence on the airwaves Ms Chebet decided to address this issue through one of her YouTube videos. Unfortunately all Rono did was dodge this question in a manner that speaks louder than words!
From her reaction and body language, we might as well as start missing her cheeky personality that kept many going through her radio show!
Friends with Kamene Goro
Despite Kamene Goro and Kibe walking out on NRG a few months ago; Rono and Kamene stayed friends and even hang out as seen on their social media pages!
However could their friendship be the reason why young Rono opted to bid her NRG radio family goodbye? Well, let’s wait and see how this goes.
Tanzanian radio presenter Diva the boss left many talking after exposing her affair with Alikiba through her social media pages.
According to the lady, she had been seeing Kiba for close to 10 years and despite her knowing that he was a married man; Diva never felt the need to walk away until back in December 2019.
Diva exposes Kiba
Judging from her post, it appears that she got tired of hiding the relationship; and for this reason Diva opted out. Breaking up with Kiba was however not easy as the fella was not ready to let her go!
Diva exposes Kiba
Thanks to several screenshots shared by the lady, we can confirm that indeed Kiba wasn’t ready to let her go; but after losing Killy and Cheed who were signed under Kings Music label, all hell broke lose.
Kiba and Diva online war
According to the rumors circulating on social media, Diva is said to have had a hand in the exit of these two artists; and if not wrong is currently dating one of them.
Kiba abuses Diva
Of course this must have left Kiba with a bitter taste in his mouth; and for this reason could not hold back from dissing Diva on his Instagram after she exposed him.
Kiba and Diva
In his post Kiba referred to Diva as Kigakula which apparently means ‘wicked witch’ in Swahili.
Kiba’s message however did not impress many women who also happen to be his biggest supporters!
Not fired
With the stories making rounds on social media, a close source to Diva reported that she had lost her job at Clouds FM; for apparently exposing her relationship with Kiba on social media.
Diva however maintained her silence until just recently when she opened up about this issue. Through her Instagram page, the lass brushed off the rumors saying that she was still at Clouds FM!
Diva
Not quite sure whether her legal team helped her secure her job back; but all in all it seems that she not only got her job back but is currently in love with a new man and she can’t keep him off her IG page.
Controversial media personality, Kamene Goro set the records straight that she is no lesbian, rather a hetero.
The KISS 100 radio host let her online fans throw in all the wild assumptions they could think of her and she answered them, one after the other.
Surprisingly, she did them all on a light note regardless of the assumption made.
You can guess the obvious ones but her sexual orientation stood out. Despite having a history with a string of men, at least 27 from statistics, someone still assumed she was a lesbian.
Kamene Goro
By her poolside, Kamene spoke of her sexual liking:
I love women. I love you guys. You guys are the best thing in the whole damn world! But not like that. I think we all know where my affiliations lie.
Love and s*x
With the number of men she has bedded now out in the public, definitely, the assumption that she is a f**k girl arose.
And this was her answer:
Contrary to popular belief, I’m a full romantic and have some pretty straightforward beliefs about women, men, men and women etc. I am a believer in love.
Radio girl, Kamene Goro
A fan then asked whether ‘she gets jealous with her man’, powerfully declaring:
Hells to the f*cking yes! If you’re mine, you’re mine. Point blank! Period! I am.
Is she a ride or die?
Honestly, once I f**ks with you deep, I f**ks with you deep. Yaani, I go do it all. Aaaall!!
She received so many questions about being good in bed and this is what she had to say:
I wouldn’t know.
Kamene Goro
From the Q&A, Kamene had articulately put out that once she is in with you, then she fully is and sticks to one.
Unfortunately though, she admitted that men don’t take her seriously and that makes her blood boil.
People just be playing with me and lemme tell you something, every time that happens. Not good! Coz I’m a pretty vengeful person. That never goes right.
‘Was she getting DMs from men?’ came in next and to your surprise, it turns out that men are ‘intimidated’ by the curvy girl.
Not really. I don’t know. They’re kinda sort of afraid of me. They don’t really come like that….
Kiss 100’s Kamene Goro with Andrew kibe
Does she like them hot dudes?
Not really. For me it’s not about looks. For me it’s about how you think, your positioning in my life but more specifically is, how easy are you making my life? Cause you my guy I’m not taking nothing that’s making my life any harder than it is.
Kids
Moving on to her plans of starting a family, the query got Kamene twisting her lips, in a way suggesting that question was either in the wrong place or she just never saw that coming.
But she had zero plans of making replicas of herself.
Not really thinking I’ll have kids actually.
Kamene Goro
Finishing off with assumptions that she is 35 and older – while barely at 28 – she confessed that probably her looks defied her age.
Turned a very sad 28 this year. I suppose I just look different. Does my age even really matter? 1992 on the 24th of March is my B-day.
Bahati has been receiving a lot of back lash from fellow artists and fans on social media.
After being exposed for dragging Peter Blessing to court for allegedly quitting EMB records; fans on social medians she stopped viewing him as a gospel artist.
So far he has been dissed by Willy Paul several times but never has he ever thought of responding!
However after Khaligraph Jones released a new song where he threw some excess shade about Bahati being Diana’s son, the singer has decided to respond and unfortunately or rather fortunately he enjoys being Diana’s baby!
Bahati responds to Khaligraph’s diss
Through his Instagram page, Bahati has gone ahead to reveal that being Diana’s baby is the best thing that ever happened to him.
Those who assumed he would take this as an insult; have been left looking for places to hide their faces as Bahati seems to careless about the diss track.
He went on to write saying;
Bahati with his wife
Bahati Akianza Alikua Mtoto Wa Mama • Sahiiii Ni Mtoto Wa Diana and I’m Loving it ❤️ @DIANA_MARUA
From the way Bahati has been reacting on his social media pages; it seems that he has now grown thick skin and is not worried what fans say about him.
Diana Marua’s response
Looking at Diana’s page, she also seems to be in support of her husband’s actions and sadly for haters; Mama Heaven still loves her husband even when fans and celebrities troll him on social media.
She went on to show how much she adores her husband by saying;
Kenyan RnB sensation, Otile Brown ushered in the new month with his release ‘Vibaya’ that is now facing copyright issues from Kenyan producer, Makoy.
‘Vibaya’ is a love ballad that features vixen Maddie Jewitt, who has enslaved him with love, labeling her his ‘ideal woman’.
Produced by Vickypondis and directed by Deskatores, the song’s video is unfortunately no longer up.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B-uAVrvHS_V/
Copyright claims
This is basing on the recent turn of events where Kenyan producer, Makoy, accused the singer and his producer for preying on his beats without even accrediting him.
Kenyan producer, Makoy
On his Instagram page, Makoy blasted Otile for sampling his beats, through producer, Vickypondis without even paying him a dime.
I’m shocked this guy @otilebrown samples my beats, 2 of them. Now the latest jam #vibaya one of the two beats he produced using this guy Myambo @vickypondis.
Shouting:
Lipia beat upewe acha kusample demo banaa.
Artist, Otile Brown (standing) with producer, Vickypondis (seated)
Makoy, was shocked how Otile, used his beats without his consent and behind closed doors.
The irate Kenyan producer mocked:
@vickypondis_producer @otilebrown, so you guys decided kusample beat yangu hapo blue ink ndio mcheze chini ya maji????????????. Najua io dancehall ilikua hard kusample mkaamua kusample something cheap ????????????????,,,,pending!!!!!!!
Producer Makoy
Makoy, enraged by the move exposed Otile for stealing his beat and making money out of it, leaving him high and dry.
I spend my time in studio making beats to earn. @otilebrown you stole my beat to make money instead of paying for it
And to Otile’s producer, Vickypondis, Makoy declared war on him, stating they had just become enemies.
@vickypondis_producer bana ???? I hate you ujue ivo, io vibe it took me 10 minutes kucreate beat ni yangu tag ni yako.
Pulled down
Producer Makoy went ahead to delete the song’s video from YouTube articulating that it is until he is paid his dues, that Vibaya’s video will be back up.
Vibaya song by @otilebrown is no more on YouTube. Nimeitoa mimi mwenyewe nitairudisha if only my beat is payed for. Afike bei.
Further reiterating to Otile and his producer that there is no way they were going to liaise to earn money from his beats.
Don’t use my vibe to make money. I take time to make beats to get money.
Through his Instastories, Just in Love founder shared the news, promising fans he was working on it.
Embattled gospel artiste, Eko Dydda who was forced into quarantine early in the week, had his phone snatched in an attempt to talk to the media.
Eko Dydda was arrested on the 18th of April after he dashed to Nairobi to get medication for his wife, only for his car to develop mechanical issues on his way back.
By the time he was done and trying to return home before the stipulated curfew hours, the police had caught up with him, took him to the station and had him spend the night there.
Gospel musician, Eko Dydda
Interview gone sour
Citizen TV’s Waihiga Mwaura tried reaching the gospel artist to provide further insight on the happening of events following his arrest.
The conversation started off well, with the singer disclosing they had all been moved from the quarantine facility at KMTC, and back to their previous locations.
I am not sure why, but we have all been moved from KMTC back to the stations where we were taken from. I’m currently at Kilimani police station.
Eko Dyyda
Giving a recount of the fateful day he landed in the arms of the Law:
I had gone for medicine for my wife, and by bad luck, I had issues with my car and I got late. I was arrested, taken to Kilimani police station and my vehicle was towed.
Adding:
If I would go back in time, I don’t know what I would do differently. Probably I would have walked home. Things happen, and you can’t plan for that. I hadn’t planned for my wife to have an attack late in the evening.
Gospel artiste, Eko Dydda with wife
However, the interview got cut short after a male voice in the background reprimanded him to hand over his phone, therefore cutting off communication.
Eko Dydda leta hiyo simu! (hand that phone).
The journalist acknowledged the interruption, promising to inform Kenyans once they got in touch with Eko Dydda.
We have been trying to reach Eko Dydda, remember we were speaking to him earlier on and it seems his phone has been taken away. When we reach him, we shall let you know.
Eko Dydda
Speaking to Kenyans.co.ke, Mrs Dydda said that since the interview, the artist’s phone has been off.
I have not reached him (since his interview last night). His phone has been off. I believe he is doing fine.
Gospel star, Bahati might have a bone to pick with rapper, Khaligraph Jones who hit on his marriage to Diana Marua.
The Bahatis have been involved in an almost unending battle with their trolls and haters, some attacking his wife, Diana Marua, others on him.
Fortunately, the trolls are gradually dying down especially with the recent closure of Eastlands Most beloved (EMB) records.
EMB records Boss, Bahati
Rap King, Khaligraph Jones was not done with Bahati yet, hilariously mocking the gospel singer as ‘mtoto wa Diana’.
In his recent track, Papa Jones talks of the hurdles that celebrities in Kenya go through just to bear that name.
He refers to it as a ‘calling’, at times having to apologize to people you haven’t even wronged.
If you are too soft for the industry, you’ll feel like people are up against you. They’ll abuse you so that the minute you get mad, they laugh at you. Ukianguka kwa sakafu, unapigwa mateke.
Rapper, Khaligraph Jones
Admitting how costly it is to be a celebrity because the minute the world knows you, it’s like you have just lit a fire.
Before coming in:
Bahati akianzia alikuwa mtoto wa mama, saa hii Twitter amegeuziwa ye ni mtoto wa Diana.
This was in a bid to announce his two upcoming releases, one today and the other over the weekend.
francisntwiki56 @bahatikenya haters will be haters they will never take your position the painful pills they always take ????????????????????
hassanoh_says Punchline ????????????????????????????Bahati akianza alikua mtoto wa mama sai twitter amegeuziwa ni mtoto wa diana????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
spikesofficial ???????????? Ati mtoto wa Dianaa….. Unachomaaa
akidi.ke ????????????????????????????mtoto wa Diana????????????????????????Kwishaaaa
Mama Dangote is no longer important as far as Zari is concerned and after years of claiming that Tiffah got her looks from her Tandale grandmother; Zari Hassan finally set the record straight on who Tiffah too after.
Tiffah
According to Zari, her one and only baby girl Tiffah took after her late Ugandan grandma who passed away back in 2017. Zari revealed this through her Instagram page and that of Tiffah’s where she also shared throw back photos of her mum.
Looking at the posts, it’s obvious to see that Tiffah indeed took after both grandmothers but according to Zari; her little princess is her late grandma replica.
Tiffah’s post
Tiffah and her late grandma
As seen on the photos shared below, to some extent it’s obvious that Zari’s genes played a huge role in the making of her baby girl!
And as much as Tiffah took after both grandmas. We cannot deny that she has lately been looking more like her mother Zari; who also happens to have taken after her late mum features judging from the photo shared above.
Little Miss Tiffah is also slowly turning out to be as fine as her mother and grandmother.
Mama Dangote and Tiffah
A while ago, Mama Dangote used to claim that Tiffah took after her; but now that she is no longer in good terms with Zari Hassan, the old lady from Tandale is out of the picture!
Zari Hassan, Diamond Platnumz and their daughter, Tiffah
Rumor has it that Zari Hassan blocked Mama Dangote, Esma and Juma Lokole from commenting and liking any of Tiffah’s photos! Apparently this is because they all watched Diamond cheat on her and still pretended to be family around her.
As far as we know, Diamond Platnumz has not seen his son and daughter for 2 years now; and from the look of things, he is not bothered at all!
Bongo Flava star, Harmonize has come out to trash reports that he cheated on fiancée, Sarah with video vixen, Nicole Joyce Berry.
Early April, photos of the singer’s recent track, ‘Bedroom’ went viral, after romantic moments with the song’s video vixen raised eyebrows.
Masses had every reason to believe the two individuals were spending nights together, despite having Sarah Michelotti back at home.
Harmonize with vixen, Nicole Berry
Soon after the speculations, all sorts of reports regarding the pair hit the headlines, inclusive of a video of Sarah banging on the door of the vixen’s home in Tanzania.
Soon after, Sarah and Konde Boy unfollowed each other, fueling the speculations further.
Harmonize with lover, Sarah Michelotti
Laid to rest
However, speaking during his interview with a Tanzanian radio station last week, the artist rubbished the reports as false, sharing:
No, it is not true. She has been my friend even before we shot the video. She is from my hometown (Mtwara). She is like my sister.
Further disclosing that during the video shoot that went down in South Africa, Nicole’s husband was on site.
My director advised me to shoot the video with her. And because we were doing the video in South Africa, when I approached her, she asked me to provide two air tickets, one for her husband. When we were shooting, her husband was there.
Harmonize with vixen, Nicole Berry
Dismissing that he even had no interest in her in the first place.
I didn’t have an interest in her.
Sarah
To further down the rumors, the Italian damsel’s recent post, acknowledging Harmonize as ‘the most expensive husband of her ❤❤’ was the best it could get!
Sarah Michelotti
Warning those who tried stepping on her toes:
You can’t compete with me because anyway you gonna loose????????… WIFE????
Kenya’s current curfew rules are going to see the reunion of many couples and families, with the most recent being Jacque Maribe’s and Eric Omondi.
The novel Coronavirus pandemic has forced the world to return to the traditional layout of family settings, away from all the friends, colleagues and just the everyday hustles of the world.
Parents are spending more time at home that ever, with their children – free time we can call it. The home has now become the most common place for the world at large.
Individuals who have hard their backs breaking, sleepless nights, that daily rush to and from work, weekends that are ever busy, are now working from the comfort of their homes, children aside.
In other words, it is all about home!
Former Citizen TV journalist, Jacque Maribe shared a photo of herself lying next to baby daddy, Eric Omondi, while relaxing on a sofa.
Posing:
Sow how are you guys spending quarantine in the house today?
Before adding:
Eric Omondi said we should watch a movie.
A post she later pulled down but it was already in circulation.
Before we get to the comment section, let’s be honest, that was a sweet photo that tells of a love that was never lost…I guess.
This lit up the Internet, with Kenyans pretty impressed with the two lovebirds. Others warned them of defying the social distancing rules.
You guys look so beautiful together stay safe.
Umeamua kuconfuse enemies kama sisi
Social distancing
Woooow perfect match sherehe n lini my kitengee is ready.
Vera Sidika had everyone glued to their phone screens waiting to witness a ratchet IG live session of bootyful girls parade what they got from their mamas!
However, even with the much hype and anticipation; the show allegedly did not go down as expected. According to Vera Sidika her Instagram had technical issues probably caused by the many people who were trying to join her live session.
Through her Instagram story, the lady apologized to her fans saying;
My Instagram live crushed! My big booty girls ???? ????couldn’t get on it! So disappointed my show didn’t start tonight. Fucked up! But I’ll be back!! Stay tuned for a surprise!
Vee sin city
Another apology
In yet another post Vee explained why her sin city show did not take place as she blamed Instagram for the technical issues. Vera Sidika however promised to get the issues sorted out as awaits for yet another Tuesday to see if her show will finally become a reality.
More than 42,000 views in 10 minutes. WOW.
I appreciate y’all for tuning in tonight even though my IG live crashed & the show didn’t happen ???????? I’m so pissed. I had my big Booty girls set aside for tonight & due to overwhelming requests & comments couldn’t get them to come in ???????? Show didn’t happen but I’ll fix this soon I promise ???? Apologies for any inconveniences caused. Love y’all ❤️????????
Tory Lanez and Vera Sidika
However after being exposed for claiming Tory Lanez asked her to be in his IG live session; a number of her fans now feel that Vera Sidika is good at faking almost anything just to look ‘classy’ on social media.
Others claim that she wanted to prove that she still owns her Kitisuru mansion; after Edgar’s reliable sources claimed she had sold it and Vera is back to being broke.
January, the 31st 2020, the much anticipated DonnaTella EP launch went down but in the absence of baby daddy, Diamond and Wasafi artiste, Mbosso.
The star-studded event at the Sarit Centre Expo graced the who-is-the-who in the Kenyan celebrity industry.
WCB’s Diamond Platnumz and Mbosso also made an appearance before quickly jetting back to Tanzania, unexplained.
WCB artistes, Diamond Platnumz (right) and Mbosso (left)
The two were expected to perform with the songbird during her album launch but they only stood to be counted during the press conference, barely hours to the EP launch.
During his recent interview with Sam Misago last week, Mbosso disclosed that their management had asked them to go back to Tanzania immediately.
I remember we went to Nairobi, there was a show we were supposed to do and it didn’t happen. We came back.
Bongo Flava artist, Mbosso
After such orders, who was he to defy?
I was told I had to go back to Dar es Salaam with immediate effect. There were things that were not right. Who am I to argue with manager Babu Tale, Sallam and Mkubwa Fella?
Adding they all returned to Tanzania and got involved in other things.
I went back home with my brother, Diamond. We were even seated next to each other. That’s when I started writing the script to my ‘Tamba’ song.
Diamond
From his end, WCB founder, Diamond who had left Kenya’s capital in a hurry, had previously disclosed that he had an urgent family issue to tend to.
WCB Founder, Diamond Platnumz
Taking to his social media, Naseeb expressed:
Because of a problem at home that suddenly presented itself, I was forced to head back to Dar es Salaam so that I can immediately solve it. I might come later for the Donnatella EP launch or even miss my love’s launch in Nairobi. But everything will be recorded Live on Wasafi TV for those at home, do not forget to watch it Live ????
Tanasha similarly defended her Tanzanian baby daddy for his actions admitting that he indeed needed to attend to something back at home.
Well, first of all, it was a little bit of an emergency that I don’t want to discuss here. He wouldn’t have wasted his time coming to Nairobi if his intent was not to attend the event.
Tanasha Donna and Diamond Platnumz, during her EP launch
Unfortunately though, just days after her EP launch that turned out an utter disappointment, Diamond, his mum, among other next of kin and friends, were spotted savoring good moments at Esma Platnumz’s birthday.
This raised speculations that this relationship was headed south and that probably Tanasha was just not a priority in the singer’s life.
Gospel singer, Ruth Matete was yesterday, 21st April grilled by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations’ homicide unit following her husband’s demise.
Earlier on, she had on Friday, 17th April, recorded another statement with the DCI detectives on the same.
On Tuesday, officers from the DCI questioned Ms Matete for a good six hours at their headquarters, after unclear circumstances surrounded the death of her late husband, Pastor Belovedjohn Apewajoye.
Ruth Matete with her friend at the DCI headquarters on 21st April
Investigations
Last week, the singer, in the company of homicide detectives, went to collect samples from her house in Athi River, Machakos county where the unfortunate incident had occurred.
They took away the said gas cylinder as an exhibit from the scene which has since been treated as a crime scene.
The homicide detectives are set to work alongside those at Athi River as they try to establish the facts surrounding the Nigerian pastor’s death.
The DCI take over Ruth Matete’s late husband’s case
Athi River police boss, Catherine Ringera divulged that this alliance was nothing new.
They are colleagues and it is meant to ensure no doubt left. After the autopsy, we will know the way forward.
A postmortem had been expected to be conducted yesterday, the 21st of April but has since been postponed to Thursday.
Parties of interest
Bellevue South Hospital – that was implicated for allegedly mishandling the deceased – said they will have an independent pathologist present during the examination.
An examination set to be conducted at the Kenyatta National Hospital mortuary in Nairobi.
Ruth Matete’s lawyer, Robert Odanga however stated that the hospital has a case to answer, despite distancing themselves from any previous incidences of neglecting their patients.
Ruth Matete with late hubby, Belovedjohn Apewajoye
Bellevue South hospital on the 17th of April had released a statement that reads in part:
Our emergency response unit has had the best outcomes in managing a good number of burn cases that have recovered tremendously and discharged from our hospital.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian Embassy in Nairobi said they will rely on the findings from the DCI to determine the actual cause of Mr Apewajoye’s demise.
The Nation further indicated that any other parties that had interests in the case would as well be allowed to present independent pathologists.
Zari Hassan must also be bored with the fact that slay Queens disappeared from social media after most hotels around the world were closed due to coronavirus pandemic.
Zari Hassan serving fans some body goals in blue bikini
However Zari was actually interested in the Tanzanian slay queens popularly known to take photos at fancy hotels! When you look at her post keenly; you will understand that this was meant for the likes of Official Lyyn; Tunda and others who sneaked around hotels with her baby daddy before she called off her relationship.
In her post, Zari went all out in terms of throwing shade especially now that most of these slay queens remain inactive on social media. Through her Instagram stories the Ugandan business lady based in South Africa wrote;
Zari the boss lady
Mahotel yange fungus, we miss some slay queens. Kwani hamruhusiwi kupiga picha kwenu.
Stick to your lane
The lady went on to add that most of these women are often quick to claim that Zari fakes her lifestyle; yet after the pandemic hit they are the ones who disappeared from social media since they had no fancy rooms to parade on social media.
On the post Zari also added that she is blessed enough to pray for these women to also receive their blessings! She added;
See your life????????????????. God bless you too. Me I’m already blessed????????????????????????????????????????
Zari’s post
Zari quarantine schedule
Well since Zari is also at home like most people waiting for the lockdown to be lifted; the boss lady has been serving her fans with nothing but her work out schedule and healthy lifestyle.
Unlike most women on social media, Zari has been parading videos and photos from her workout session as she is committed to achieve her body goals!
Zari calls out media blog for false reports
Apart from this; she also spends a lot of time with her boys who appear to be grown men now despite being minors! Indeed we can agree that the lady is blessed to have her soldiers doing just fine!
Wema Sepetu shocked many back in 2019 after her sudden weight loss that left many wondering whether she had a serious illness!
Others claimed that she had flown to ndia for Bariatric Surgery; which is known lead to significant weight loss and also help improve many obesity-related conditions.
Wema Sepetu before weight loss
Truthfully no one understands how Wema Sepetu shed off the unwanted weight which seems to have disappeared over night.
Sudden weight loss
However according to popular Tz tabloid, Wema did not have it easy while losing all the unwanted weight.
She apparently got to a point where she almost gave up as the medication she was receiving had left her feeling quite week.
However, barely 3 months into her weight loss journey, Wema Sepetu started showing positive results as she had lost a huge amount of weight!
Fans pleads with Wema do add weight
Well, despite her fine figure and curved body, a few of her fans have been asking Wema to out on just a little weight to bring back her old image!
Wema
The lady however responded telling her fans that she would never put on extra weight!
Probably this is because she faced one of the toughest moments as a ‘BBW’ – and is not willing to get back to those days when she lost her self esteem. Through her Instagram page the lady talked about this saying;
Wema on weight loss
According to Wema, she is now in love with the person she has since become. She revealed this on her Instagram story where she posted saying;
In what has been labelled ‘the end of an era’, EMB records has set free all its signees inclusive of Weezdom and Denno.
Bahati and Weezdom have so far reacted to the unforeseen shutdown and it is now time for gospel singer Denno to give his last words as well.
Through Bahati’s YouTube channel, the ‘Story Yangu’ singer gave an account of his journey in and out of the record label.
My journey in music hasn’t been so easy and I think that’s part of life.
Gospel artist, Denno
Adding:
I am not someone who looks at my situation but where I am headed, the dreams and visions that I have. I don’t let anyone look down upon me because I am determined and I have been called to serve.
Recalling his music journey that started in 2012/2013 before going under in 2014/2015.
He refrained from sharing his journey, attesting that his story is not really new to anyone, having reiterated it time and again.
Friendship
It all started when:
I met Bahati in 2016 and he have been friends, still are but also now family. We met when none of us was married and have walked a long journey together ever since, through which, we shared a lot.
Bahati (right) with Denno (left)
However, soon after releasing ‘Story Yangu’ after meeting Bahati, times got tough and the gospel singer went under once more.
Bahati then went out to look for Denno after he disappeared and he remains thankful to him.
He believed in me and I found myself working under EMB record label. They have not just been 8 months, they have been 8 great months. At EMB, I was well received, we did a lot of music, interacted with everyone and I looked up to more of such days.
The Bahatis with Denno’s young family
Denno said he cannot compare today to before he joined EMB because the growth has been tremendous.
I have done 4 good songs.
EMB Shutdown
However, when Bahati revealed to him that he was going to shutdown EMB, it really disappointed him but he respects the singer’s decision.
EMB, Denno revealed, has been a blessing to him, not just in his music but for his family too.
Ex-EMB signee, Denno
Bahati has a couple of times revealed his intentions to support Denno’s wife’s business.
Within the short time I had, I have been blessed and EMB has created a strong impact and bond with my family. Even my wife has benefited even though it was not part of the contract. We are now family with the Bahati’s. I pray that God really blesses Bahati, his family and his endeavors.
As he trusted:
Even as I leave EMB, I know I have family, I have friends that I can count on and it is a gesture that my family and I will forever place in our hearts.
Singer, Denno
To his loyal fans:
I say thank you, thank you for the great support you have shown me even when I hit rock bottom. And I still pray for your support as I begin my new journey.
Those were Denno’s, real names, Dennis Kariuki last words as he bid goodbye to EMB record label.
We need to agree that even celebrities and public figures are humans who get emotional as well.
Body shaming has been one form of cyber-bullying that has seen some conquer the world while others only got downtrodden by the negativity.
HIV/AIDS female activist, Phenny Awiti suffered a blow when ARVs thinned her backside and legs.
Phenny Awiti
Sharing with fans and followers, the mother of 3, penned a long account of the effects testing positive for HIV had her suffer.
Phenny, who discovered she was positive while still in high school, had to use ARVs to contain her condition.
Setbacks
Unfortunately though, the side effects of these drugs is a condition she termed ‘lipodystrophy’ that distribute fats around the patient’s body.
Where some fats of the body are thinned or increased because of the effects of the combination used.
HIV/AIDS activist, Phenny Awiti
She now had to get used to thinned legs, a heavy chest and an almost ‘not there’ behind.
That ass was there????, for those who knew me way back in high school. But when I began taking ARVs, it flattened my ass, increased my boobs and thinned my legs.
It took time for her to get used to her sudden body changes and embrace every part of her being.
That’s why I flaunt my cleavage and if I can, put on the high heels.
Putting up a photo when she was still insecure of her body change, she admitted:
I had to hide my legs for so long, and even in this photo, I have “pushed” my bum bum up. I don’t have them in real life????
Self-confidence
Phenny told fans HIV is a journey and the changes that come with it, are immense.
12 years down the line, she finally got her confidence back disclosing she doesn’t fake it anymore.
Right now I am confidently rocking anything anywhere without feeling ashamed and I never “fake” the bums. But trust me, that is after twelve solid years starting the ARVs and of being shocked and questioning where my bum bum and somehow fleshy legs went to.
Living your truth? Keep up!
Ex-gospel artist, Weezdom has decried the hate and hypocrisy in the gospel industry that has seen Bahati shut down his EMB record label.
The Kenyan artist gave a recount of his journey since Bahati signed him into his label, to this very day, when he has received both love and hate in equal measure.
Bahati (left) with Weeezdom (right)
Recount
2015, Bahati took up Weezdom from the streets of Mathare – where he worked as a garbage collector – mentored him and signed him into his record label, EMB, as his first signee.
The reception the former gospel kid received soon after his debut, was one of a kind, winning awards and getting nominations from fans.
Kenyan artist, Weezdom
A year later, in 2016, Weezdom quit EMB records under the influence of fellow gospel artistes, who did not like Bahati and therefore turned Weezdom against him.
Unfortunately, soon after he walked out of the door, the very same gospel musicians who had turned him against Bahati, were nowhere to be seen.
This forced the singer to return to his former ways, as a garbage collector in Mathare.
Weezdom
At the time, he made so many friends, reconciled with those who had wronged him and those he had wronged and he felt that Bahati needed an apology as well.
I made so many new friends in the gospel industry, who would cheer me up and call me every time, I rose against Bahati. When I was building all these stories against Bahati, they told me I was the only person who could speak against Bahati.
His return
So 3 years later, in 2019, Weezdom asked Bahati for forgiveness, who openly welcomed him back and forgave him for being misled.
It was a tough decision for him to make but Bahati forgave me like his brother, reminding me how we started at EMB together. ‘EMB is your home and always will be, come back home and let’s work together’ Bahati told me.
It has been 7 months now since Weezdom’s return but it felt like a decade for him. The trolls, the backlash, the hate, proved too much for him to bear.
Weezdom
According to him though, all the trolls he was facing was because of getting back with his former Boss, Bahati, whom he was initially supposed to turn against.
The gospel musicians and the multiple friends he had made, during the three years away from EMB, now turned against him as well.
Bahati (left) with Weeezdom (right)
This left him puzzled, confessing that at times, he would receive backlash from people who were targeting Bahati.
It has really hurt me to see that artistes signed under EMB, lack a certain kind of support because they are at EMB. A good example is Denno who was gifted a car by Bahati but many took it as a show of wealth. I have never seen, not even one gospel artist support Denno or Bahati whether for music or anything.
EMB shut down
Weezdom recalled how when Bahati told me he wanted to disband EMB, it not only disappointed him, it felt like a blow.
I felt it was going to be a big blow to the gospel industry, to see such a well-established record label close shop, yet it has helped so many young artistes to achieve success.
Weezdom
He however accepted his Boss’ decision basing on the fact that his helping hand only yielded him hate, backlash and pain.
Instead of getting support from his fellow artistes, Bahati was instead blasted and it felt like he was doing this alone.
By the time Bahati told me about the shut down, as an artist, I just felt I was standing in an industry where my fellow artistes hated me even though I loved them. However, I believe my relationship with God does not lie in my music but in my heart.
Weezdom apologized to his fans for quitting gospel music
I will no longer be releasing songs and I have quit the Kenyan gospel industry, because of the hatred, the depression, the hypocrisy by those I respect. To my fans, I love you, thank you for the support.
Ex-gospel artist, Weezdom
He dismissed any speculations that he was turning into a secular artist even though he was quitting gospel.
Weezdom however failed to disclose his next venture after EMB shutdown but expressed deep gratitude to his mentor, Bahati.
Ever since Ruth Matete’s husband demise, a lot of controversy has surrounded the incident.
It now arises that the late Pastor Belovedjohn did not want his family back in Nigeria, to be informed about his burn injury.
Ruth Matete’s lawyer, Robert Odanga told the Sunday Nation that the deceased had requested his gas explosion accident remain a secret, to avoid ‘worrying’ his family.
He requested her not to tell his family what happened because he did not want them to get worried.
Singer, Ruth Matete with late hubby, Belovedjohn Apewajoye
Mr Odanga however stated that the Nigerian pastor was in communication with his family, having talked to his brother, within the first week since the incident.
Belovedjohn assured his family he would recover and all would be well, just before things got worse.
In his first week in hospital, he video called his brother to assure the family that he was on the road to recovery. That was before his wounds became septic and his kidney’s started failing.
Former couple, Ruth Matete and Pastor Belovedjohn
His unstable condition saw him breathe his last on Saturday, the 11th of April.
According to the lawyer, Belovedjohn’s family was informed on his passing on.
They were aptly informed when he died.
Matete’s lawyer divulged that his client had informed her hubby’s family that he was being treated for appendicitis.
Ruth Matete with late hubby, Belovedjohn Apewajoye
Further revealing that the Pastor’s family breathed fire for being misinformed about his condition, but they eventually understood.
Vincent Korir, the Athi River DCI chief, said no charges will be filed against the singer, until postmortem results are out.
Nigerian Embassy
Meanwhile, Nigerian High Commission in Nairobi stopped any postmortem tests from being conducted on him, after allegations that the singer was a suspect in his death.
Singer, Ruth Matete and the late Belovedjohn Apewajoye
The Nigerian embassy had last week held Apewajoye’s remains at the Kenyatta National Hospital morgue.
However, Nigerian High Commissioner, Mahmoud Lawal told the Nation that they will no longer present an independent pathologist for the postmortem exam.
The embassy said it will instead rely on information presented to them by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
A postmortem scheduled for today, with the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority to make a report so as to determine any foul play.
Ringtone and Willy Paul’s online fight is becoming monotonous and fans feel that it’s about time these two either released a song; or joined a Chama with fellow male socialites in the country.
Secular artist; Willy Paul
For some reason the two have been throwing shade at each other on Instagram; and rumor has it that they could be working on a new project set to be released soon.
So far we have seen Ringtone offer Ksh 50,000 to anyone who will be able to bed Willy Paul’s sister or cousin. He went on to add that the money will only be paid after the proof is shared on social media – just to keep Willy Paul at his place.
Willy Paul’s clap back
Well, unlike Ringtone – singer Willy Paul went all out throwing insults just to keep the beef going.
As far as faking is concerned, Willy Paul seems to be taking things a-bit too far; and now some fans are no longer feeling this vibe.
Ringtone has issued his last offer through his Instagram where he has promised to give Pozee Ksh 500,000 just to pull down his evil song. The controversial singer wrote;
DEAR @willy.paul.msafi AM OFFER 500000K KSHS ($5000) TO REMOVE THE EVIL SONG WITH NADIA MUKAMI AND DO A BETTER SONG????????????????????
Pozee featuring Nadia
For almost two weeks now Willy Paul and Ringtone have breathing down each other’s necks because of ‘Hallelujah.’
Pozee says he will release whatever he wants but Ringtone accuses him of using a Christian word in an improper way!
Ringtone denied and dumped baby mama – Weezdom reveals
But all in all a reliable source has gone ahead to confirm that Pozee and Ringtone are actually good friends off social media; and have been doing this to entertain fans from both camps!
If this is true then I guess all the money being ‘thrown’ around on social media is just another scam to prove that money is not a problem!
Creativity levels have seen the birth of a new generation of artistes in Kenya, gengetone whose content, despite being music to the ears of the youth, has been bashed for obscenity.
Not once, not twice, not thrice, have Kenya’s gengetone artistes been censured for producing music content that advocates for violence against women and girls, use of vulgar words and advocating for immoral behavior.
Currently, KFCB Boss, Dr Ezekiel Mutua is on the case of boy band Ethic, championing for their immediate arrest following their newest video release ‘soko’ which he labeled ‘despicable’.
So @ethicofficial issued this statement late last night ostensibly apologizing for their despicable song "Soko" which obviously promoted pedophilic culture. Now listen guys, You will have to face the full force of the law as provided for in the Films and Stage Plays Act Cap 222. pic.twitter.com/XoS10jE8pQ
He is not the only one criticizing their X-rated content but veteran music producer, Tedd Josiah is now on their necks.
Through his Instagram page, the father to a young daughter castigated Ethic’s track ‘soko’ that advocates for sexual intimacy with young girls.
Kenyan artistes, let me tell you something, it is time we address the kind of content you are producing. You start talking of rape among young children, because it is like there is nothing else to talk about from gengetone artistes.
Tedd Josiah with daughter, Jay Jay Wendo
Blasting:
And we have seen the record label’s logo. So now you think you are the greater than all of us because you are the only ones familiar with sheng? Right?
He warned the boy band and its producers for just igniting a fire they might never be able to put off because all eyes are now on them.
Gengetone artistes, Ethic
Calling them out for painting a bad image of music artists in Kenya, all because of their greed for ratings and their inconsideration of musicians who actually follow the Law.
Well, you are only making matters worse because the same government we are trying to reach, in order to support our art and pay us royalties, are not even going to take any action with your kind of content.
Wacheni kuchoma picha! It’s like pouring acid on the same seed you expect to grow into a plant.
Questioning:
Are you in need of ratings that bad? Is it that bad really?
Young children
Tedd, who doubles up as a mother and father to his young daughter, was just irked by the vulnerability Ethic had placed on young girls and thinking of his, he couldn’t take it.
If you had a small kid and you hear someone advocating for the rape of young children, how would you feel? I just want to ask you that question.
Veteran music producer, Tedd Josiah
Declaring:
Because I am telling you, I swear, try that with me! I am ready to go to Kamiti if anyone dares that with my kid!
The popular music producer had no problem with music artistes growing their brands, but he was not going to support artistes whose greed for the limelight blinded their morals.
And for any artist who propagates for such kind of malicious acts, I will call them out straightforward. I’m all about freedom of speech, I’m all about, say what you wanna say, but honestly, draw the line sometimes because you have just ruined your legacy.
Father of one, Tedd Josiah
Moral cop, Dr Ezekiel Mutua came across Tedd Josiah’s angry rants and lauded:
This powerful message from veteran music producer to Gengetone artistes represents the disgust and consternation of every responsible Kenyan. Advocating for defilement of children is crossing the line. That’s not art. It’s crime and it’s immoral.
Closing off:
Wosia wa Babu. . . There’s no better way of addressing the subject. Thank you @TeddJosiah for this powerful message
Kenyan comedian, Mulamwah has announced his comeback barely a week after quitting the comedy art in a move that saw him take down his signature shirt.
However, the kind of support he has received since then, has forced him back on his toes.
I have tried giving up but who are Kenyans? The kind of support I have been given on social media is crazy.
Comedian Mulamwah
Funny enough, he took the mean comments as a light moment for him to just shed away the pain and find peace in his heart.
I have received massive support and it has dawned on me that it’s not always about me but the love from fans whom I inspire. Even as I leave comedy, it might be a personal decision but it ends up affecting many more people.
He expressed deep gratitude to all whom offered him support, naming the few personalities that went the extra mile to hold his hand.
I wanna personally thank Jalang’o who encouraged me on the comments section and DM-ed me telling me it shall be well. Also, I thank Akothee, Madam Boss, she stood out, lamented and spoke for everyone. I received encouragement from the likes of Kalekye, MC Jessy and even Tanasha Donna who took her time and urged me not to give up.
Mulamwah
Further revealing he received a lot of calls and even comments from Kenyans on social media, really encouraged and supported him.
Clarifying:
Mimi nijinyonge, kwani mimi ni mjinga? Shingo ya Mluhya haitumikangi kwa vitu za ujinga kama kujinyonga.
He thanked all who came through for him during his down time and apologized for the calls he was not able to pick because they were too many.
Dr Ezekiel Mutua
Sharing that one call that stood out:
There is this one that came from Kenya Films and Classification Board (KFCB) from the CEO Dr Ezekiel Mutua.
Media cop, Dr Ezekiel Mutua
Laughing about it:
I got scared when they told me they are the police and I thought burning a shirt was illegal, I almost took off.
Admitting that his call with the KFCB chief executive lifted his spirits and promised him of a better tomorrow.
But they told me they are from KFCB and ‘we just wanted to reach out to you, to give you encouragement and if possible, maybe to work with you in some other parameters later on’ and that really lifted my spirits. Personally I spoke to Dr Ezekiel Mutua and he gave me hope, encouraged me and told me that is not the end of life, but the beginning.
Comedian, Mulamwah
Disclosing that the media ethics chief-whip stated it is time artistes produced clean content for consumption by the society.
But talking to a public figure is work. the number of ‘yes sirs’ I said, were just too much.
Affirming:
There is no bad blood between Mulamwah and anyone and we continue to fight the battle. There is no giving up, we are not giving away our victory.
The comedian said he will still be around on screens, adverts, a couple of programs he has signed contracts with as well as his YouTube channel and social media platforms.
Zari Hassan has proven to be slowly keeping up with the Tanzanian entertainment news! This is probably how she learnt about Harmonize’s new song ‘bedroom’ that has seen the singer make headlines in East Africa.
However, unlike before Harmonize’s songs seem to be catching up slowly; and word making rounds on social media is that fans stopped keeping up with him after he left WCB!
Looking at his numbers on YouTube it’s also evident that Harmonize is no longer hitting millions like he used to back in the day.
Zari Hassan on bedroom
However thanks to the likes of Zari Hassan, Harmonize might just get back on his feet. The Ugandan business-lady based in South Africa late last night went on to share a clip listening to Bedroom by Harmonize.
In her caption Zari made it known that she was in love with the song probably to prove a point.
She wrote;
@Harmonize_tz great song!
Zari
Wema Sepetu
This comes barely a week after Wema Sepetu held an interview with Harmonize on her new show dubbed Cooking with Wema.
From her posts, Wema Sepetu made it clear that her love for Harmonize has always been there despite her differences with the CEO of WCB!
She went on to mention that ‘Bedroom’ was also a special song; and not just the audio but visuals which brought life to the music video.
Put some respect on my name
Also just a few day’s ago Ms Sepetu blasted a Kenyan tabloid for referring to her as Diamond Platnumz Ex!
According to Wema, it is better for bloggers to keep her out of their mouths than refer to her as; ‘so and so’s ex’ yet she has names likes Miss Tz 2006 or others that describe her better!
Well judging from how well Sepetu’s cooking show is currently doing; then I bet that the queen is back to reclaim her thrown in the entertainment industry and just like before Wema will soon take back what belongs to her!
