Like many have reiterated, 2020 has not been the year for them, hasn’t been a smooth sail especially after the advent of the gut-wrenching Coronavirus pandemic.
The media industry is one that has suffered the severe beating of the fatal disease, slapping employees with retrenchment letters and all sorts of pay-cut percentages, left, right and center.
Former Citizen TV special projects editor, Asha Mwilu announced her untimely exit from the Royal Media Services-owned TV station in May and Kenyans were not sure what her plan B was.
Ms Asha Mwilu
Days later, it was revealed she would be launching her own media company, following her exit but that was as much detail as she let out.
Well, she has finally launched her much-awaited media company, dubbed Debunk today!
One she says seeks to make sense of the big issues affecting young Africans, through a new era of exciting storytelling.
Award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker, Asha Mwilu with a colleague
She has taken up a couple of energetic, young and passionate creatives whom she labels “data scientists” to be her company’s debut team of professionals.
It’s one thing to have a dream. It’s another to have a team of young and passionate creatives and scientists join in that dream. Introducing the @debunkdotmedia team #Debunk
Asha Mwilu unveils own media company
The award-winning journalist defines her newly launched media entity as:
DEEP, BOLD, UNFILTERED, NUANCED, KINETIC.
With her first video feature being on the global Coronavirus outbreak.
Asha Mwilu now stands as the founder and lead editor at Debunk media.
Mixed reactions
Kenyans could not bottle in their emotions, pretty overwhelmed and excited by the major announcement, feeling proud of the young media professional.
Right from celebrities, to fellow journalists to fans…name it! came out to applaud the young entrepreneur for setting herself apart in the diverse media industry.
Kenyan celebrated actor-turned-RnB artist, Pascal Tokodi has admitted that any day, he would not mind having former Tahidi High actress, Sarah Hassan under his arms.
According to the film heartthrob, Ms Hassan stood as his ideal wife, were he given a chance to pursue her heart.
This he confessed during his interview with controversial radio presenter, Ronoh Chebet up on her YouTube channel.
Pascal Tokodi
Born Pascalino Lpesinoi Lenguro Tokodi, the striking lad was given an option of actresses; Kate actress, Sarah Hassan and Joyce Maina and this was his response:
I would bluetick Joyce Maina, kiss Kate actress and marry Sarah Hassan.
Unfortunately though, Sarah Hassan was officially married in February 2017 to her long time fiance, Martin Dale. And the two have since been blessed with a baby boy.
Was cleared to start after 6 weeks – Sarah Hassan opens up
Something that might be bad news for Pascal but well, he shot his shot.
Ideal wife
During his previous live interview with comedian Dr Ofweneke, early this year, the Selina film star announced he would be officially off the market as he prepped for his soon-to-be wedding event.
I will be off the market very soon.
Thespian, Pascal Tokodi
This did not sit well with female fans and his secret admirers whose hearts got torn apart the minute he mentioned he was walking his wife down the isle in a few.
For majority, the past tells of a story when life taught us humility, patience and hardwork as the only way to break through to a better future.
Celebrities have not been spared either because before the fame, they had a story – one that might not be anywhere close to their current lifestyle, but one that molded the person they are today.
Popular Kenyan comedian and radio personality Jalang’o is not new to the world of broke and rusty, speaking of days he would sleep on the floor and days he could not afford to treat a girl he liked all because his pockets were shallow.
Well, today he tells of a story back in 2009, when he was still struggling to make ends meet, working at the Kenya National Theatre.
An year he was privy to his first car, a tiny Toyota Starlet brand, that would ease his movement from his house in Kasarani to his place of work.
The year is 2009..The venue is Kenya National Theatre….My first car Starlet KAU 003k
Comedian Felix Odiwuor alias Jalang´o
Talking of his house, the lad lived in a flat – like every other hustling youth does before money starts flowing in – right next to Kasarani police.
The online sensation could still remember the exact location and the precise house number, something that left fans impressed.
At this time My house is in Kasarani…First flat after the Kasarani police. The flat name todate is EPHESIANS and my house is U19 on the 4th floor….
Jalango´s humble beginnings
However, his greatest lesson is that however long it takes, however slow the process looks, however exhausting the hustle may be, one can only trust the process as long as God is in the equation.
Trust the process! God above everything!!
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Fans could not agree more, as fellow celebrities took a swipe at him.
Nadia Mukami left many disappointed after she was romantically linked to singer Arrow Bwoy sometime back. Rumor has it that the two had been an item and just like most celebrity relationship; the relationship did not last for long.
In 2 months the two were back to making headlines and this time around, the rumors were linked to their break up.
However none of them got to address this issue while on an interview with Bonga na Jalas. Apart from confirming that she is currently single, Nadia opened up adding;
I am single and working on my business. Arrow Bwoy and I never dated.
Singer Nadia Mukami
Explaining why she never confronted the person responsible for the rumor, Nadia said;
What happened was that a blogger wrote the story and we just decided to run with it. We used it to push our music
Why single
With all that beauty and brains, Jalang’o could not understand why Nadia still insists on being single; however while responding to this question, the young lady ended up giving valid reasons explaining why she prefers building herself than jumping into a relationship.
Pop star, Nadia Mukami
I feel like my early twenties should be my building years. A relationship right now can be a distraction. When yuh in the music industry sometimes people want to date you for the wrong reasons.
To prove her point, Nadia narrated about an old incident where her male companion asked her to pay for their lunch bill while on the date. Na Nadia concluded her experience with men saying;
It’s hard to find a good guy, people assume I am rich. There is a day we went out on a date and when it was time to pay, the guy gave me the bill and I had to pay.
Kenya’s popular comedy show, Churchill has had its fair share of controversies with multiple comedians coming out to expose the tough circumstances in the industry.
The country has witnessed numerous cases of comedians committing suicide due to depression, others quitting and turning to odd jobs to be able to meet their daily needs and that of their families.
Unfortunately, for those who pass on, the kind of reports that emerge once they are gone – regards their poor state of well being – leaves many in shock.
Sunday, June 28, young comedian, Joseph Musyoki Kivindu popularly known as Kasee was reported dead after his body was discovered by the road side in Nginduri area, Kinoo.
Comedian Kasee
Reports had it that the budding comedian was battling depression and alcohol addiction that might have led to his untimely death.
Speaking in regard to this, comedienne Zainab Zeddy revealed that the comedy industry had proven unwelcoming of fellow creatives.
kama huezi nisaidia nikiwa hai nikifa achana na mimi kabsa!????usiwai ni post acha Mafans wangu wanipost
Comedienne, Zainab Zeddy
Adding:
kufa ni lazima lakini hii ya “Comedians”imezidi. ni vizuri watu wajue nini hukula wasanii wakafikia kujitoa uhai. Lazima tukomeshe unyanyasaji dhidi ya Wasanii.
Stand-up comedian Karis also came out to admit they had indeed given a blind eye to Kasee’s situation and it is now haunting them that he is no more.
WE FAILED YOU KASEE…when things started going astray WE FAILED BEING THERE FOR YOU..
Comedians Kasee and Karis
Karis however went ahead to clarify that it was not out of their own volition to ignore Kasee’s battles, rather, that they are also battling their own “demons”.
..but its not that we assumed it. But because WE WERE ALSO FIGHTING OUR OWN DEMONS we failed you kasee. THE SAME WAY WE FAILED NJENGA MSWAHILI.
Before reiterating Zainab’s sentiments that they go through a lot especially depression and drug abuse.
EVERY OUTCOME HAS A COURSE. people don’t just result into drinking or drugs from the blue there is a push a triger. And depression,confusion,rejection,and stress are the main culprits….
The viral case of DJ Evolve’s subjection to bed imprisonment after a fatal shooting incident in January this year, has attracted legal action against the Embakasi East MP who is currently a free man.
Tuesday morning, the Internet erupted as Kenyans came out to demand for justice of a bed-ridden DJ Evolve and his family following his tear-jerking interview with NTV last evening.
This has seen Advocate of the High Court, Robi Chacha take a step into kicking out the controversial legislator out of his office for misusing his power to do as he pleases to the common mwananchi.
Lawyer Robi Chacha
The lawyer sought to garner support both from Embakasi East constituents and any other interested citizens in advocating for the possible impeachment of Babu Owino.
He promised to draft a petition for the ousting of Babu Owino but only if he is able to garner impeachment votes from 30% of Embakasi East constituent and 15% from any other Kenyans outside the constituency.
Anyone here who is registered voter in Embaskasi East? I am willing to draft a petition for the removal of Babu Owino as MP as per Article 104 & the Elections Act. I’m sure we can mobilize the required 30% ( in constituency) and 15% (in ward)
Embattled Embakasi East MP, Babu Owino
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Both constituents and fellow Kenyans came out in support of Robi Chacha’s campaign to show Babu Owino the door and have him pay for his injustices.
Others however, held to the belief that this course is not for the faint-hearted because Babu Owino’s political circle is not one to mess with.
Meanwhile, a section was quick to blame the lawyer for mere clout chasing.
The Wasafi family has been in mourning since the week started after death shamelessly struck one of their managers’ home and robbed him of a wife and mother to four young children.
Babu Tale has had it rough ever since and especially with the current Covid-19 pandemic that has proven to the world that your circle gets small when tragedy strikes.
Reports indicated that the Wasafi manager’s wife, Shamsa Binti Kombo passed on while admitted in the ICU after she had developed breathing complications from an asthma attack.
However, latest reports from a family member suggest that the deceased had been battling other major complications that saw her get admitted in the ICU.
Babu Tale with wife, Shammy
She had been responding well to treatment until her body grew weak and gave in, as she breathed her last on Sunday, June 28 while undergoing medical attention.
Babu Tale’s brother, Abdu Tale divulged:
She died between 12:00 and 12:30am. She was in ICU after throat constrictions. We got the news at 6:00 am on Sunday. Before her admission to the ICU, she had malaria, she also had ulcers. She was ok but her health deteriorated.
The heat of the Coronavirus pandemic is sure being felt in the entertainment industry. With creatives now taking up all sorts of ventures to keep their financial books balanced and to maintain their relevance in the competitive industry.
The likes of Eric Omondi seem to have thought through this early enough and secured themselves a place in the digital world where they now dish out content to fans.
World renowned comedian, Eric Omondi
Comedian and radio personality, Jalang’o followed suit with his YouTube channel Bonga na Jalas, hardly 2 months old and currently boasting of 100k plus subscribers.
Churchill show co-host and award-winning comedian, MC Jessy has now taken up the challenge after making public his announcement, that come July 6, he will be back with his comedy antics but this time, on YouTube.
WE ARE BACK!! After a short hiatus of coming soon. Watch out on the 6th of July something BIG is coming.
MC Jessy comeback
Barely 6 days away, the multi-talented comedian admitted it would be a big day not just for him but for Kenyans as well, as they anticipate the newly birthed MC JESSY channel.
Next week Monday is going to be a BIG DAY.
Watch out for my YouTube channel MC JESSY. We are going big on Monday
Mark the date!
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Impressed by his move, fellow entertainers and fans lauded:
Diamond Platnumz and his family are known to use Juma Lokole for their dirty online work; and as much as they also try to hide this, Lokole always ends up making it look so obvious.
Anyway, just a few hours ago the Dangote’s spokesperson lost his cool after fans called out Sallam; for ignoring Harmonize while attending Babu Tale’s late wife’s burial in morogoro.
As seen on the video making rounds on social media, Sallam clearly did not want anything to do with Harmonize; however dragging the beef to a funeral was a low move for Sallam who is way older than Konde boy!
Anyway thanks to a post shared by Juma Lokole; we now understand why Sallam and his former artists no longer see eye. Apparently some time back, the two bumped into each other at a bank in Dar Es Salaam; but Harmonize refused to greet Sallam embarrassing him in front of many people.
For this reason, Lokole says Sallam is not to be blamed for what he did considering people know nothing about the ongoing beef.
This post has however since been deleted due to the harsh comments left by fans who went on to shame Diamond Platnumz and his entire team. In his post Lokole talked about Harmonize being fake and since we understand Lokole is loyal to Diamond Platnumz, he wrote;
Lokole’s deleted post about Harmonize and Sallam
Most fans referred to him ‘Yuda’ Judas Iscariot for fueling the beef between Harmonize and his management; yet these are grown men can solve their issues off social media.
However being a gossip blogger; Lokole’s aim must have been to pass down the message to those hating on Sallam however things did not workout as planned.
KTN political news anchor, Ben Kitili and his wife, Amina Mude´s split has been been considered mysterious, with the wife having battled one month of tears and pain.
Unknown to many, the couple has been having a rough last one month but after she could not handle it anymore, the curvy mother of two spilled the beans on their rocky marriage.
Ben Kitili and wife, Amina Mude
However, she failed to reveal the underlying factors that led to the unprecedented separation.
It has now emerged that the couple might have part ways after they could not close the gap of their religious differences. One that has received massive backlash and lack of support from family and society at large.
Sweethearts, Ben Kitili and Amina Mude
Additionally, an undisclosed source reportedly divulged that Amina opted to walk away because of her husband´s numerous infidelity scandals.
The two have had differences and Ms Amina has at times accused her estranged husband of cheating.
Background
This comes barely days after the journalist´s wife admitted that her parents were not for the idea of her getting married to her long-time boyfriend, Kitili who professes the Christian religion.
Kamene Goro and Andrew Kibe may have been the best duo but the latest move made by RAL has confirmed that in this life; every man/woman will be on their own on that judgement day!
Well, word making rounds on social media is that Andrew Kibe will no longer be part of Radio Africa team after his contract was terminated. According to reports the guy often reported to work late and the negative vibe with the police caught on camera was giving Kiss FM bad reputation.
For these reasons Kibe was shown the door and now Kamene will be hosting the morning show on her own; as we wait for the new cohost to join the lovely lass.
Radio personality, Kamene Goro reactions after Kibe’s exit
Kamene disappointed
Although Kamene’s reaction did not carry the feelings we hoped to see, she went on to write;
Si poa
Which may explain quite a lot considering the fact that these two were said to have more than work chemistry going on.
As of now, Kamene has not said much probably to avoid getting herself in the same situation as Andrew Kibe!
Kamene Goro
However truth is, fans can’t imagine a show without the controversial stories from Andrew Kibe; which means some may end up following him to the next station planning to welcome him to their team.
This also comes at a time when many have been assuming that Jalang’o is set to join Kiss FM thanks to his latest interview where he opened up saying;
But I want to say, I might end up on Waiyaki way, on Waiyaki Way there are so many radios. But I had an amazing meeting with my friend, my boss; the first person who ever gave me the first-ever radio contract, Mr Patrick Quarcoo.
He went on to add;
We had a long discussion, so takeaway NRG radio but I think I might end up back at where it all began, Radio Africa. Which radio I still don’t know, could it be Kiss 100, Classic FM or Jambo
Controversial radio personality, Andrew Kibe is a guy known not to table differing opinions from his own. He speaks his mind and bluntly so and does not like it when one rattles his comfort.
The former KISS 100 presenter took on Internet sensation, Azziad Nasenya after her nasty reply to his DM.
During their recent morning show with Kamene before his ext, Kibe narrated how he tried sliding into the TikTok Queen’s DM just to ask for an interview before she openly told him to talk to her manager first, if he needed her services.
KISS 100 presenter, Andrew Kibe
A move that Kibe took as very rude and unwelcoming of the 20-year old. Adding that the dancer and actress had the usual auto-generated responses:
Skiza buda, talk to my manager, he/she is the one who handles my bookings.
It is one thing to get news from a second or third party but it is another thing to hear it from the horse’s mouth. Kenya’s recuperating DJ Evolve’s story has been given all sorts of angles by numerous individuals other than himself.
However, it is until Evolve’s recent eye-opening interview on NTV that left Kenyans tongue-tied and disturbed by what was actually happening on the ground.
During his interview, born Felix Orinda was lying helplessly on his bed, unable to move his body other than his facial features and his arms. However, his fingers seemed crippled and this did not sit well with him.
These were my tools of trade, so when I don’t have them, there is no way I can be able to work.
Photo courtesy, DJ Evolve
The entertainer sadly revealed that the fateful incident had caused him trauma that denied him sleep during the first few days because flashbacks continuously clouded his mind.
The disk jockey further confessed that he is like a small child – who can do nothing by themselves but fully dependent on other people.
Currently, I’m just here. There’s nothing I can do for myself. So I’m fully dependent on people to do things for me.
Photo courtesy, DJ Evolve bed-ridden
Regards getting justice for the incident that left him bed-ridden, DJ Evolve stated “I have left that to God”.
The mom
The B-Club deejay’s mom who sought anonymity, divulged that since January 17, she has been on the beck and call of her son and unable to move on with her life.
DJ Evolve
Surprisingly, the DJ’s mother disclosed that she had never been in communication with Babu Owino and that she has never laid her eyes on him.
The pain I have, I just can’t talk.
Uproar
The narration left Kenyans with a bitter taste in their mouths, some calling out Babu Owino, others condemning the deplorable state of the Law in Kenya.
2020 has not been an easy year for many. Well, this is because the Coronavirus pandemic has robbed many of their loved one; and sadly Diamond Platnumz manager, Babu Tale now understands the pain that comes with death.
His wife Shammy is said to have passed on after complications with an asthma attack. However before this, the late wife to Tale was admitted in the ICU ward where she was using machines to control her breathing!
So far many Tanzanian tabloids have been sharing photos and videos from Tale’s home where the body was taken before being moved to Mkuyuni in Morogoro where her body was laid to rest.
Babu Tale with his late wife, Shammy
Babu Tale breaks down
Having been married for 15 years, Babu Tale clearly not only lost a wife but a friend who brought happiness to his life.
Word has it that the two had dated for 5 years before settling down for another 15 years – and now that she is gone; the WCB manager still can’t believe his wife is no more.
In a new video circulating on social media, Babu Tale was caught on camera weeping uncontrollably; and those around him are seen trying to comfort the manager.
Wambui Collymore who was married to the late Bob Collymore recently opened up; revealing where her family chose to ‘rest’ his remains.
Speaking to Daily Nation just a few days before marking the 1st anniversary since his demise; his widow Wambui Collymore opened up disclosing where her husband now rests – and yes they chose nothing but the best.
According to Wambui, together with the rest of Collymore’s family they decided to spread the late Bob’s ashes at the sea in Diani; adding that this was Bob’s favorite place in the world.
Therefore, since he had not picked mentioned where he wants his remains to be put; his wife thought it would be best if he they gave him a send off that brought a smile to his face wherever he is.
Bob’s ashes were deposited into the sea in Diani. Diani was his favourite beach in the whole world, so we thought it best to put his ashes in the sea there.
Bob Collymore’s demise
Although it is almost a year since Bob passed on, his family continues to remember him as a principled man who ws kind hearted and most of all funny.
Since losing him, it’s obvious to see that life was not easy but the on the brighter side at least the pain he felt while fighting Acute Myeloid Leukemia also came to an end.
The late Bob Collymore
According to reports, Bob Collymore had won war against his cancer twice; but the 3rd time the cancer was more aggressive making his body weaker to handle the treatment.
He however left a good legacy behind as he will always be remembered for his good deed; dancing skills and bubbly personality that left him surrounded by many people who admired his work!
Society has pushed many into early and quick marriages, for fear that their time for marriage is ripe and if it’s not ‘now’, then it’s ‘never!’
This is a stereotype that has forced majority of youths to start their own families at a tender age, which they eventually regret; either because they were never prepared for it or that they later discover love never existed.
Kenyan renowned music producer and businessman, Tedd Josiah confessed to have been pushed into the same school of thought, by society, which saw him bear two children with a woman he later abandoned.
Up and close on Grace Msalame’s NTV show, Unscripted with Grace, the widow revealed he once settled in marriage only to later discover that this was not the woman he loved.
I was in a space where I wasn’t ready to be a family man. I was breaking people more than I was building them and everything that I had built was false. You know how you grow up and you are told you are supposed to get married and live in a certain way. I was just ticking boxes and then I realized I don’t even love this person.
Businessman, Tedd Josiah
Unfortunately, even though there was never love, the relationship bore them two kids – unknown to many – who are now all grown-up and teenagers and who we might never get the privilege of ever meeting.
During the 2007/2008 political clashes in Kenya, the music producer sought refuge in the UK, leaving behind his baby mama and their two children.
Music producer, Tedd Josiah
This kept haunting him every time and he promised to come back and clean his mess, which saw him fall in love with his late wife, Regina Katar.
Second marriage
Tedd and Regina got blessed with a dear baby Jay Jay who has been under the care of her dad-mom and who I must admit, is a true replica of her mom.
I realized I wanted a second chance, I really wanted it. Now we have a bond with my kids, all three of them. I love them to bits. They spend a lot of time with me at home but because they are in their teens, I isolate them from social media because it can get a bit rough.
Socialite Huddah has lately been active on social media; and the truth is, she might using this opportunity to cover her tracks after a video showing her wild side emerged on social media.
So apparently, Huddah has been running her business on the low but thanks to her Arab friends; fans now know that she actually never quite hawking her goods i.e lipstick among others goods!
Anyway, thanks to a posts shared on Instagram; we have now learnt that Huddah spent her high school years without her 4 front teeth. She talked about this in a post where she threw shade at her haters (Edgar Obare among others) saying the Almighty always fights her battles.
Lol! I lost 4 front teeth at age 13 my nickname was mapengo through out high school always made fun of me.
Spent Ksh 920,000 on teeth
But years later, the same people that shamed her for her teeth have been reduced to nothing! According to Huddah these same bullies live a miserable life; and now she can afford to change her front teeth that cost her almost Ksh 920,000.
On her post, Huddah went on to add;
Not to worry because they all miserable right now and I have teeth…. My veneers have to be customized . I paid $2300 per tooth!And I’m happy!
This however comes days after a video showing Huddah getting nasty with her rich clients at an unknown destination.
The video has not only proven that the rumors linked to her are true; but at least young women who admire her lifestyle now get to see how hard it is to achieve such a lifestyle.
Huddah’s post
Anyway truth is, with all the advise Huddah has been dishing on social media about hard work….will fans now listen after learning that she hasn’t retired from the game just live Vera?
Sassy Kenyan actress, Brenda Wairimu has left men tripping over her petite body and untamed beauty, to the extent that even teenage boys are now on her neck.
It is sure undeniable that the young mother of one, defies her age, with a skin unscarred, looks untamed, a body to die for and the fact that she boasts of a career that is taking her places.
Well, this has clearly manifested itself after confessing that young men have been publicly thirsting over her – something that has left her in shock!
Actress, Brenda Wairimu
The thespian and model cautioned boys trying to grab her attention to respect her like their mother, if only they knew she can never be their age mate – just that looks are deceiving.
Covid life. Teenagers are throwing me looks, I’m like, my guy…under this mask is your mother.
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This left her fans sprawling to the floor and laughing their lungs out, over her brutal honesty.
Some could only warn her that it was too late to defend herself because her looks were just too enthralling and she could do nothing about it.
For others, they did not mind old wine because the more vintage, the sweeter it becomes. A section went ahead to make fun about it, assuring her “anyone can gerrit”.
No lie, revered Kenyan media personalities, Betty Kyallo and Jalang´o are a brand to reckon with in the entertainment and TV industry.
The two have made several public appearances together, but their kind of chemistry when on TV has been wanting and raising speculations about them.
During his previous interview with the TV siren on BongaNaJalas, the comedian literally leaned in and gave Betty a peck on her left cheek, before they both smiled at that.
Now recently, during the mega-launch of her Flair by Betty beauty parlor, the mother of one had Jalang´o grace the event as her distinguished MC and for sure, he sure did a great job.
Jalang´o alias Felix Odiwuor
However, right before the occasion started, the duo had a quick tour of the refurbished salon and barber boutique, where their chemistry only ignited the more.
While Live on set, the radio personality asked to get a massage from the 31-year old. And believe you me, she stood up and gave him a massage – something that left the two pretty excited.
Betty Kyallo and Jalang´o
The pair then headed into the manicure room where Betty tried demonstrating how her clients will be getting attended to, as she massaged Jalango´s fingers while playfully commenting ´aki Babe…umekaa sana.´
Only for him to quickly lean in and try to give her a kiss before Betty shied away and the two walked out.
Playful friends, Betty Kyallo and Jalang´o
Their language well, I think is something only the two understand. Having both previously insisted that they are but good friends who come from way back and who support each other´s ventures.
Anyway, these two have really been playful on screen and we can only let them be but also wish each of them the best of life´s goodness.
Zari Hassan and Babu Tale were rumored to have bad blood after the nasty break up between the boss lady and Diamond Platnumz back in 2018.
According to reports Zari allegedly blamed Tale for pretending to be a friend; yet he knew about Diamond Platnumz extra activities with other women on the side.
For a while the two have not been seeing eye to eye; but after learning about Shammy’s death the boss lady has gone ahead to join the mourners as seen on social media.
Zari celebrated the late Shammy by describing her as a good friend and above all a mother who loved her children very much. In one of her posts Zari wrote;
It’s hard to believe yet it’s a fact. And just like that you are gone. My heart bleeds for your kids shammy. But one thing I know God still reigns. He will take care of them, only he can do best. Rest in peace sister
Zari mourns the death of Babu Tale’s wife
In yet another post she went on to encourage Babu Tale by sending prayers his way;
Mothers die with the most pain, lil girl isn’t even 3 yet. Her mama is no more. Help me come together and pray for @babutale family. As a mother I am devasted. RIPshammy
Tale’s late wife
I will miss you
Having lost both her ex husband and mother in the same year; Zari has learnt how to deal with loss but through it all she can’t help but miss her dear ones.
Now that Shammy is gone, Zari finally got a chance to show some of their photos that never made it online. To caption this Zari described the late Shammy as a pure soul saying;
Ill miss you so much, your soul was pure.God wanted an angel for himself. Rest easy babe.
It is said, that when you get shown the door by your employer, you better have a plan B or somewhere to run to. For some, this statement has been taken for granted, while for others, they got wiser before they got bitten in the skin.
K24 TV´s recent mass lay off sent parking hundreds of employees – some not prepared for what was coming next, but for others, it had just opened doors for bigger and better things in their career life.
Media celebrity couple, Joab Mwaura and Nancy Onyancha rattled fans after they both got fired and the big question was: what´s next?
Ex-K24 couple, Nancy Onyancha and Joab Mwaura
Well, a question that has now been answered after the TV couple revealed they have been running a media organization of their own for 6 years now.
Therefore, getting fired only gave them the opportunity to grow their business more and focus on that alone.
Own media company
Mr Mwaura divulged to Kenyans.co.ke:
At Sauti Tajika, we cover TV and online commercials, documentaries, event coverage and voice-overs. I started working at K24 TV as a reporter. Before I was promoted to the assignment editor and finally full editor. So I will take that experience and put it in the work in producing documentary features and voice-overs.
Award-winning journalist, Joab Mwaura
Turns out that Sauti Tajika production company was birthed in 2014 as an extra source of income for the former K24 TV couple.
And now that this is currently their main focus, Joab stated he is seeking to purchase more equipment and set up a voicing booth in his home.
I have two camera persons who can handle shooting for events like weddings, graduations, company events, we are up for that task.
Nancy Onyancha and Joab Mwaura´s media company
However, he clarified that this by no means meant fans were never going to see them on TV anymore. If anything, he stated that his wife, Nancy was already receiving offers from local stations.
As I run the company, I am open to offers from other media stations because journalism is my passion.
TV couple, Nancy Onyancha and Joab Mwaura
The couple anticipates to set up an official office come August 2020.
Probably one of the most heartbreaking news to start the week are confirmation reports that Christian-Islam couple, Ben Kitili and his wife of barely 2 years, Amina Mude are no longer an item.
Just when the duo had raised hopes among masses, that despite one´s religion, a marriage can still work and bear good fruits, it seems like that statement no longer holds.
The pair stood as a source of inspiration and hope that love conquers all odds, only to break our hearts just as we had started building hopes of a better tomorrow.
Ben Kitili and Amina Mude
Well, just to surprise you the more, turns out that Ben and Amina parted ways a month ago, but kept it under wraps until just yesterday when she broke the news.
The ex-wife had had enough of bottling in her emotions and sad moments and decided to let it explode, after confirming to her fans that it has been a whole month of tears and sorrow.
Ben and I are currently ´separated´. I don´t know what the future holds but am grateful for the memories and definitely the beautiful kids we made. It´s been one month of pain and tears but I know that one day the light will shine.
Amina Mude
Amina Mude however assured fans that it shall be well and that she will get better and adjust with time.
We are good. Am good. I will be better.
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Background
The pair wedded on November 16, 2018, a marriage that bore them two children: daughter Ruby Iman Nzembi Kitili and son Roman Hami Kitili.
Former K24 journalist, Betty Kyallo relaunched her posh salon, Flair by Betty on Saturday, June 27, and apart from the glitz and glam that came with it, a lot of hidden secrets got unearthed.
The media personality’s family especially her sisters were present to grace the event and support a dear Betty for a job well done and the grand opening of her massive project.
Her youngest sister, Gloria Kyallo got the privilege to land an interview where she not only made confessions about her love life but about the strange things that Betty Kyallo does and fans are not privy to.
Betty Kyallo (right) with sister, Gloria Kyallo (left)
First, she bluntly confessed that mama Ivanna snores every time she takes a nap.
She snores. When she sleeps on the couch, she snores a little.
Mompreneur, Betty Kyallo
Taken!
Moving on, the young, sassy campus girl went ahead to break the hearts of her secret admirers, after admitting she is taken, before proudly flaunting her promise ring.
I’m taken. It’s just a promise ring that I got from my boyfriend.
Gloria Kyallo
Ms Gloria however failed to disclose the identity of the young guy who had won over her heart to the extent of declaring her loyalty to him alone!
Funny enough, despite having siblings who have taken up the world of fame and celebrity life, Gloria disclosed she was not meant for the cameras, before revealing psychology and veterinary are her passion.
I’m studying psychology, hopefully I’ll be a psychologist. Or maybe I would like to venture into animal health and veterinary medicine. I’m just trying to see what’s best then I can focus on it.
Ms Gloria Kyallo
Thereafter, giving a thumbs up to her elder sister, Betty Kyallo for her refurbished business venture.
I’m so proud of her, she is the epitome of greatness and she can do better things.
King Kaka has undeniably swept many women with his latest single dubbed Nakulove! This project comes weeks after his last bit that educated Kenyans on the importance of electing serious politicians and not greedy ones after money!
The song which seems to be receiving massive airplay and also social media love has left a lady identified as MJ asking for more than she should be; especially since King Kaka also happens to be somebody’s husband (but when has that ever stopped these Instagram queens from snatching married men?)
Looking at the first comment she left on the post one could tell that this lady was a big fan as she wrote;
Hey @RabbitTheKing vile uko fly can you be my larva???? lakini usikuwe na pupa mimi si fally
Mnaona nikipewa?
#nakulovebykingkodi
To which King Kaka politely responded asking the lady to hit the studio; probably just to hype her for being a fan.
King Kaka
Fan asks for Cassava
However seeing that the rapper now had her attention, Ms MJ went on to shoot her shot in the comment section; where she made it known that the studio is not what she wanted, but what is underneath his boxers! MJ comfortably wrote;
Nataka kuingia kwa boxer yako si studio
King Kaka and fan
Well, clearly no one saw this coming and now we understand why the singer doesn’t follow his wife on social media.
Although King Kaka’s talent remains untouchable and unreachable – one can imagine the kind of pressure Nana Owiti has to put up with especially with a husband who doubles up as a rapper.
Anyway in a recent statemtn shared by Nana Owiti while hosting Dropzone on Switch TV; she revealed why they both don’t follow each other on social media saying;
When we started the relationship, we were friends on Facebook for a couple of days, and then we would always be like ‘hako kanakucommentia ni kanani hako?’ We were like, ‘you know what by the way si ufollowiana ya? By the way ujue naku-unfriend leo’…so I told him that and he said ‘sawa basi.
Former Tahidi High actress, Makena Njeri has been giving male fans a run for their time and money with her meticulous sense of fashion in men’s wear.
I talk of men’s wear because the lass is a known and proud tomboy whose photo timelines speak for themselves.
More often than not, Ms Makena steps out in pairs of trousers, a shirt, or sweater and a hat, to complement her look. Topping it up with her signature watch that never misses in any of her photos.
Film and TV presenter, Makena Njeri
Makena has however never, I mean NEVER dressed in anything like a skirt or a dress, at least I am yet to come across one such photo of hers but she still slays in her trousers and shirts.
For most cases, she has donned a casual look and very rarely has she stepped out in a complete formal look but when she does, she never disappoints.
BBC reporter, Makena Njeri
Well, you don’t need to look far. This is why I think the BBC reporter looks dapper than most men do in men’s wears, have a look:
1. Top and trousers with a white-lappelled black blazer
During her time at the BBC studios, the TV personality was pictured rocking a white-lappelled black blazer, with a white tank top and a black pair of high-cut trousers.
Makena completed her look with a white pair of sport wear and her signature watch on the left wrist.
Makena Njeri
2. Olive-green 2-piece suit with a white shirt
Makena was once pictured donning an olive-green 2-piece suit paired with a white shirt whose first two buttons remained open to make it a bit less formal.
She complemented the look with a black pair of laced office shoes and a serious face look.
Makena Njeri
3. Black shirt and trousers with a peach blazer
The BBC reporter took on a black pair of trousers and a shirt, topped up with a black-lappelled peach blazer and a black pair of men’s office shoes.
She crowned her less formal look with some sunglasses.
Makena Njeri
4. All-black suit
As the title suggests, Makena decided to go all in with a complete black look; black trousers, black shirt and a black blazer. To this, she wore a black pair of laced shoes and some glasses paired with a smile.
Makena Njeri
5. White shirt and black trousers with a peach blazer
The popular actress once donned a black pair of trousers matched with a white, no-collar shirt and her black-lapelled peach blazer, as her signature wrist watch and welcoming face look completed the day.
Makena Njeri
6. Black trousers and a white shirt with a red blazer
On a different occasion, Ms Makena stepped out, this time a bit chilled, with a black pair of high-cut trousers, a spotless white shirt tied to the last button and a shy red blazer to complete the formality.
She took up some glasses and a wide smile to break the mood. For her feet, she opted to have a black pair of closed office shoes.
Makena Njeri
7. Pink 2-piece suit with a black shirt
Makena once went overboard and overdressed after rocking a pink 2-piece suit coupled with a black shirt and a serious face look that screamed ‘bossyness’.
She always keeps her hair short and well trimmed with clean-shaven sides to bring out a Mohawk-kind of haircut.
Makena Njeri
8. All-black 2-piece suit with an African cap
Talk of an intimidating look and Makena’s black 2-piece suit explains it best. This time around, the no-nonsense lass donned a complete, black, sharp, 2-piece suit paired with a West-African hat and that daring look that means ‘business’.
She completed the formal look with a black tie pushed to the last button.
Makena Njeri
9. Black 2-piece suit with a red blazer
No lie, Makena has proven daring in her kind of pairing of suits with screaming bright colors. The personality once rocked a black shirt and trousers completed with a red blazer that had it’s breast pocket graced with a polka-dot handkerchief.
A black pair of closed casual shoes was her pick.
Makena Njeri
10. The feminine look: Pink 2-piece suit with a white shirt and flowers in hand
In a different scenario, the loud tomboy went for a feminine look, with her pink 2-piece suit; a white shirt and a bouquet of flowers in her hands.
She gave in a reserved smile, looked into the camera lens and that was as welcoming as it ever gets.
Makena Njeri
11. Black tuxedo paired with a white shirt
The next time, Makena picked on a black tuxedo that had its satin-faced lapels clearly noticeable, completing her look with a dazzling white shirt and a black velvet bow-tie that spoke elegance.
To it, she put on her signature wrist watch and a black pair of laced shoes.
Makena Njeri
12. Olive-green double breasted 2-piece suit with a white shirt and African hat
Well, well, well, if you think you have seen it all, it looks like we are just getting started.
The film and TV producer recently stepped out in an olive-green double breasted 2-piece suit with a white collared shirt and opted to have its first sets of buttons free.
She complemented her ‘bossy’ look with a West-African multi-colored hat and some brown leather laced shoes.
Pastor Kanyari´s ex-wife, singer Betty Bayo turned heads after her photo together with Kikuyu musician, Ben Githae emerged, hinting that despite her broken marriage, she had found solace elsewhere.
The gospel songbird parted ways with her controversial pastor of a husband, Victor Kanyari in 2015 after their marriage that bore them two kids, turned sour.
Since then, the female artist hinted she had found new love, but never disclosed who the man was, what he does or even showed his face.
Gospel singer, Betty Bayo
So recently, she put up a photo of herself together with Ben Githae and that had seemingly answered fans about her new relationship. She captioned:
If God can take away something you never expected losing, he can replace it with something you´ve never imagined having.
Gospel artistes, Betty Bayo and Ben Githae
Ben Githae responds
The Kikuyu gospel artist had earlier on been exposed for impregnating a 31-year old woman with twins, before he fled after realizing she was expectant with their children.
Ben Githae (left) with his baby mama and Twins
So fans had every reason to believe that the vernacular artiste had strayed from his marriage again and was busy warming Betty Bayo´s bed.
Ben Githae has now come out to address the allegations while speaking to The Nairobian recently, where he rubbished:
I´m not in a relationship with her. It´s just a story (Bayo´s update) meaning that; you can travel and meet what you were not expecting. It´s just a hidden message that can mislead people. Ni story tu iko na kizungu mingi…na watu wanashindwa kuelewa maana.
Betty Bayo (left) and Ben Githae (right)
Further completely distancing himself from any romantic relations with the female singer, clarifying that they have a professional relationship, working on a collabo piece together.
I don´t know much about Betty. In fact, I don´t know her boyfriend and I don´t want to know anything about it. I´m a settled family man. For now, we are working on a song together. In fact, people should not interpret that to mean other things, and those asking should know we are just working on a hit, nothing else.
