Kenya: Cultural Barriers, Stigma Linked to Increased HIV Mother to Child Transmission
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Cultural barriers and stigma have been linked as threats to eliminate HIV mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) in Arid and Semi-Arid counties that bear the biggest burden of the transmission.
Kenya: Another Mugumo Tree Falls in Meru County Amidst Political Tensions
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Another ancient Mugumo tree has fallen in the Kinoru neighborhood of Meru County, marking the second tree to fall in this area within two weeks.
Kenya: The Story Behind British Soldiers Decapitating Chief Samoei and New Demands for Skull’s Return
[allAfrica] As the world anticipates King Charles III’s historic visit to Kenya on October 31, the Nandi community’s quest for justice and reparation is reignited. They are demanding the return of the skull of Koitalel arap Samoei, a revered chief, spi…
Kenya: Lupita and Selema – ‘It’s a Wrap!’
[Scrolla] Hollywood’s darling, Lupita Nyong’o, has called it quits with Selema Masekela, son of the legendary Hugh Masekela.
Kenya: Govt Pursuing Policies to Harness Cultural Asset Potential
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The government is putting in place a solid institutional framework that will protect and promote the country’s rich and diverse traditions.
Kenya: Kenyan Publisher Recalls School Book Depicting Prophet Muhammad
[RFI] A Kenyan publishing company has withdrawn a primary school book that featured a drawing of the Prophet Muhammad, following uproar by Muslim leaders and parents.
Kenya: Kenya to Unveil National Dress By October 10, 2024 – Heritage PS
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Kenya is working to unveil a harmonized national dress by October 2024, the country’s State Department for the Arts and Heritage has announced.
Kenya: Kenya Gears Up for the 5th Annual Moth Storytelling Event
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Nairobi is gearing up for the 5th edition of the annual Moth event, an event that focuses on storytelling.
South Africa: South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya Have Most R&B Listenership in Africa – Report
[Premium Times] “R&B has undergone a notable resurgence across the continent, with an average year-on-year growth of 13 per cent.”
Kenya: Kenya Inks Film Promotion Deal With Hollywood Invention Studios
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Kenya has inked a deal in Los Angeles, California to bring Hollywood Invention Studios to Kenya.