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KQ Launches Special Dubai–Nairobi Repatriation Flight Amid Travel Disruptions

Patricia Waigwa March 4, 2026

On March 5, 2026, Kenya Airways is operating a special repatriation flight from Dubai to Nairobi. Earlier, the outbound leg departed Nairobi for Dubai on March 4, 2026. These flights are not part of regular schedules. Instead, authorities approved them following regional airspace disruptions.

Lifestyle

From “Hangxiety” to Glow: Why Kenyans Are Quitting Alcohol in 2026

Alfonce Mutuku February 11, 2026

A quiet rebellion is sweeping through Nairobi’s and kenyans nightlife, and it’s not happening at the bottom of a glass. From Kilimani lounges to campus house parties, more Kenyans are choosing intermittent sobriety, not necessarily quitting forever, but taking long breaks to “reset” their bodies, minds, and wallets. And this shift is happening as the […]

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Eric Omondi Starts 486km Nairobi to Mombasa “Walk of Love” Charity Trek

Alfonce Mutuku February 10, 2026

Comedian-turned-activist Eric Omondi has officially launched a 486-kilometre charity walk from Nairobi to Mombasa, a five-day trek aimed at raising funds for a permanent Sisi Kwa Sisi Help and Rescue Centre. Dubbed the “Walk of Love,” the journey began at Nyayo National Stadium at 6:00am, with Omondi and a growing group of supporters setting off […]

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Fact Check: Why Allsops Is Not Called “All Stops”

Alfonce Mutuku January 25, 2026

NAIROBI — A lively online debate has erupted after a Kenyan claimed that the well-known Allsops area along Thika Road is not actually called Allsops, as many believe, but rather “All Stops.” The assertion quickly gained traction on social media, triggering widespread discussion and confusion among city residents. However, historical records paint a very different […]

Lifestyle

Kagege Hat Explained: The Cap That Defines Kikuyu Urban Style

Alfonce Mutuku January 24, 2026

In Nairobi’s fast-moving urban scene, a simple baseball cap has evolved into a powerful symbol of identity, hustle, and street credibility. Popularly known as the kagege hat or hasoraah kofia, the cap stands out for its sharply curved brim and unmistakable attitude. Notably, its fame has nothing to do with global brands. Instead, it is […]

Blog Entertainment

Opposite vs Boombox: Nairobi’s Ultimate Matatu Rivalry

Alfonce Mutuku January 15, 2026

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 15 — In Nairobi’s neon-lit streets, where roaring exhausts and booming subwoofers set the city’s rhythm, a legendary rivalry has defined a generation. The debate over the city’s most iconic “nganya” (custom high-end matatu) has never been hotter. While one matatu rules the present, the other has retired, leaving behind a legacy […]

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Fire Erupts at Luthuli Avenue Building in Nairobi CBD

Patricia Waigwa January 6, 2026

Normal operations stopped along Luthuli Avenue after a fire broke out on Tuesday, December 6. Moreover, the blaze stemmed from Ramogi building, which hosts several electronic shops. Fire Spread Rapidly Images showed the fire starting on the first floor before spreading uncontrollably within minutes. Consequently, the inferno destroyed a significant portion of the building.

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Heavy Rainfall Alert Issued Ahead of New Year

Patricia Waigwa December 27, 2025

Residents Urged to PrepareKenya Meteorological Department has urged residents to brace for heavy rainfall and possible flooding before the new year. Moreover, the advisory highlights increased risks in several regions, stressing the need for vigilance. Forecast Dates and IntensityThe department projects intensified rainfall on December 28 and December 30. Furthermore,

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Environment Court Halts Makongeni Evictions, Orders Immediate Restoration of Water and Power

Kevin Matende November 24, 2025

The Environment and Land Court has stopped the planned eviction of Makongeni residents.The government had ordered families to leave by December 2 to clear the site for an affordable housing project. Court Blocks Evictions After Residents File Petition Otieno Willis Evans Otieno filed a petition on behalf of residents to block the evictions.He told the […]