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East African Music Unites Cultures Through Sound

Patricia Waigwa April 24, 2026 0

Music across East Africa continues to act as a powerful social connector. It strengthens identity while also promoting cultural unity. Therefore, artists now use sound to bridge communities. This transformation builds a shared regional cultural experience. Cross-Border Collaborations Driving

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Aliko Dangote Proposes Mega Oil Refinery for East Africa

Patricia Waigwa April 24, 2026 0

African industrialist Aliko Dangote has unveiled an ambitious energy proposal. He plans to build a mega oil refinery in East Africa. The announcement came during The Africa We Build Summit in Nairobi. Therefore, the project has drawn strong regional attention. Strategic Location and Infrastructure Plan The refinery is planned for Tanga. This coastal location supports […]

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Bien and Alikiba’s “Finale” Breaks Records Across East Africa

Patricia Waigwa April 7, 2026

Kenyan star Bien-Aimé Baraza and Tanzanian icon Alikiba have made history with their hit song “Finale.” Released on March 25, 2026, the track surpassed 10 million YouTube views in just 11 days. Consequently, it became one of the fastest-growing songs in East Africa. Record-Breaking Milestones The song has achieved several impressive milestones in 2026. Firstly, […]

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Ruto and Museveni Launch Kisumu–Malaba SGR Phase 2C to Boost East African Trade

Patricia Waigwa March 21, 2026

On Saturday, March 21, 2026, President William Ruto and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni launched the Kisumu–Malaba Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). This marks the start of Phase 2C, connecting Kisumu to the Malaba border. Groundbreaking Ceremony at Kibos Station Leaders kicked off the event at Kibos Station in Kisumu East. Earlier, President Ruto launched Phase 2B, […]

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Uganda Grants Kenyans Visa-Free Entry for Up to 90 Days

Patricia Waigwa March 11, 2026

The Government of Uganda has confirmed that Kenyan citizens can enter the country visa-free. The policy allows Kenyans to stay for up to three months without a visa. Authorities announced the update in March 2026 as part of a broader immigration reform. Consequently, the move simplifies travel for tourism and business activities. Additionally, the policy […]

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Bongo Star Search 2026 Heads to Nairobi as Regional Expansion Begins

Patricia Waigwa February 25, 2026

Auditions for Bongo Star Search 2026 will land in Nairobi on March 7 and 8. The auditions will take place at the Hilton Nairobi. This marks the first official Kenyan registration in the show’s history. Consequently, Kenyan creatives now have a direct pathway to the regional stage. Season 16 carries the theme “Next Level Revolution.” […]

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EABL CEO Jane Karuku Warns Illicit Alcohol Now 60% of East Africa Market

Alfonce Mutuku February 6, 2026

East African Breweries Limited (EABL) CEO Jane Karuku has warned that illicit alcohol has surged to “alarming levels” across the region, now accounting for 60 percent of the total alcohol market in East Africa. Speaking in an interview with The Trading Bell, Karuku said the balance has shifted sharply in just a few years. Where […]

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Tanzanians Criticise iShowSpeed’s Kenya Tour, Allege Government Influence

Alfonce Mutuku January 15, 2026

NAIROBI, Kenya — iShowSpeed’s visit to Kenya has ignited heated debate online, with some Tanzanians questioning how the tour unfolded. Kenya featured among the destinations selected for the popular “Speed Does Africa Tour.” The American YouTuber has already toured several African countries as part of the initiative. However, soon after his arrival in Kenya, Tanzanian […]