3 alcohol infused desserts that are to die for

Lena AnyuoloAugust 23, 2017

Alcohol infused desserts are for those of us who have a sweet tooth and would like to get a nice alcoholic buzz while still enjoying their sweets. Sangria Perfe...

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Cocktails that you should try out in this warm weather

Lena AnyuoloAugust 22, 2017

After a very cold cold season, I have to say that i am grateful for the sun. I can now be able to spend more time outdoors and with that comes the excuse to han...

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Nairobi Governor-elect Mike Sonko has already started working a week after his election

Lena AnyuoloAugust 18, 2017

It's been about a week since Nairobi residents voted in Mike Sonko to be their new governor and from his tweets online, he is already getting down to the busine...

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This Maasai Warrior in NYC photo series by Philemon Makini is a must see

Lena AnyuoloAugust 17, 2017

Photographer Philemon Makini has an awesome new project called 'Maasai Warrior'. The project features a Maasai Warrior in New York City. According to him, he wa...

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Watch the highly anticipated Mayweather vs McGregor fight on Showmax

Lena AnyuoloAugust 17, 2017

The biggest fight of 2017 between Floyd Mayweather and Conor Mcgregor is coming to Showmax. The fight which will air on on August 27th at 5am (CAT) will be avai...

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75 amazing Kenyan women who were elected in the 2017 elections

Lena AnyuoloAugust 17, 2017

Women who decide to join elective politics face many barriers including discrimination, gender based violence, cultural beliefs among others. However, despite a...

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Plastic bag ban looms even as NEMA fails to provide alternatives

Lena AnyuoloAugust 16, 2017

The announcement by National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) on the ban on plastic bags two weeks before its effect has left Kenyans wondering what al...

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World Remit and National Bank of Kenya partner to make it easier for Kenyans abroad to send money back home

Lena AnyuoloAugust 16, 2017

Digital money transfer service World Remit and National Bank of Kenya (NBK) have launched a partnership  that will enable Kenyans living abroad to make instant ...

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Telkom Kenya adds Dorcas Kombo & Jinaro Kibet to their board

Lena AnyuoloAugust 16, 2017

Telkom Kenya which rebranded from Orange after acquisition by Helios has added two independent members to its Board. These are Mrs. Dorcas Kombo and Mr. Jinaro ...

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Important gas cylinder safety tips that you should know

Lena AnyuoloAugust 15, 2017

Gas cylinder cookers are of great convenience, but they can also be very dangerous. In order to stay safe, here are some Afrigas cylinder safety tips for the ho...

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Host Rescue Kenya is fundraising to help those affected by post election unrest

Lena AnyuoloAugust 13, 2017

Following the unrest of the 2017 elections, many families and individuals are in need of help in affected hotspot areas. RescueBnB Kenya is a volunteer network ...

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The government should be held accountable for police violence

Lena AnyuoloAugust 13, 2017

https://twitter.com/jacqy_oh/status/896291966794825729 Who holds the state accountable when they illegally repress the citizens' right to picket and demonstr...

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Giving Githeriman gifts is a good thing but is it sustainable?

Lena AnyuoloAugust 12, 2017

If you've been following the events of the election online then you've witnessed #KOT uncanny ability to pivot between hashtags to seek some comic relief from t...

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These Githeri man memes will leave you in stitches

Lena AnyuoloAugust 12, 2017

Martin Kimotho, aka Githeriman has grown into an internet sensation after a picture of him eating githeri at the line in the polling station went viral.  It hel...

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Citizens from Mali, Cameroon & Senegal can now apply for Kenyan visa on arrival

Lena AnyuoloAugust 5, 2017

The Department of Immigration services has granted approval for Cameroon, Senegal and Mali to move from category 3 to category 2 of visa application. This means...

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List of new traffic offences and fines as announced by NTSA

Lena AnyuoloAugust 5, 2017

National Transport & Safety Authority (NTSA), has released a new list of minor traffic offences and the fine the offender will be required to pay should the...

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It is ridiculous that SGR online ticketing is not live 2 months after launch

Lena AnyuoloAugust 4, 2017

Despite the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), making travel to and from Mombasa easier and faster, booking a ticket on the train has been as elusive as trying to ca...

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5 beautiful Kenyan women you should check out on Showmax

Lena AnyuoloAugust 3, 2017

Previously, I wrote about gorgeous Kenyan men that you can watch on Showmax, so it's only fair that we do one for the ladies. Here are some of Kenya's talented ...

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4 Kenyan web series’ that you should be watching

Lena AnyuoloAugust 3, 2017

I rarely have the patience to watch a feature length film or an episode that is longer than 30 minutes. It's the reason I'd pick a web series over a TV show. ...

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Vivo Energy renovates Kapiyo Health Centre in Bondo

Lena AnyuoloAugust 2, 2017

The Kapiyo health centre in Bondo was first built in the 80s and for a long time had been the only health centre in the area, serving approximately 20 villages....

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Vivo Energy builds dining hall at Bishop Lele Secondary in Kitui

Lena AnyuoloAugust 2, 2017

Vivo Energy Kenya last week unveiled a dining hall that they had helped construct at Bishop Lele - Mang’elu Secondary School in Kitui. This was part of their co...

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Safaricom launches Daraja portal to make it easier for businesses to integrate Mpesa

Lena AnyuoloAugust 2, 2017

Safaricom has announced the release of a feature-rich M-PESA Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) portal to businesses in the country. Dubbed Daraja, the p...

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Schneider Electric Foundation to provide vocational training to 1 million Kenyans by 2025

Lena AnyuoloJuly 31, 2017

Schneider Electric Foundation in partnership with Salesian Don Bosco Foundation in Kenya on Saturday inuagurated the new electrical lab at the Don Bosco Boys To...

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5 awesome shows that you can watch on Showmax this August

Lena AnyuoloJuly 31, 2017

Showmax has an awesome movie and TV series line-up for you this month.There is something for everyone; from the youngest to the eldest member of the family. Her...

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The differences between East and West African Shea Butter

Lena AnyuoloJuly 27, 2017

For the longest time, I used to think shea butter was exclusively a West African affair. I thought the crop only thrived in the dry West African savannah. It's ...

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5 hot Kenyan men that you need to watch on Showmax

Lena AnyuoloJuly 26, 2017

My friend has a blog and on one of her posts, she reminisces on old songs and the memories they bring back. If I was to recreate that post with TV characters fr...

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IPOA to investigate the shooting of a woman by Police at the Wizkid concert

Lena AnyuoloJuly 26, 2017

Independent Police and Oversight Authority (IPOA) has released a statement assuring Kenyans that it will investigate the shooting incident that occured on 23rd ...

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The Wizkid concert, organised by BBQ Live, was a total disaster

Lena AnyuoloJuly 26, 2017

From the feedback online, it seems the much anticipated WizKid concert organized by Barbeque Live didn't live up to the expectations of the attendees. The dissa...

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How a search for natural hair products led Mugethi Gitau to start a business

Lena AnyuoloJuly 25, 2017

Finding products that work for my hair has been something I have struggled with since I cut my relaxed hair in 2015. I was frustrated and in out of the barber s...

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13 Kenyan women rocking natural hair that you need to follow on Instagram

Lena AnyuoloJuly 25, 2017

The natural hair movement is great. It stands for being comfortable in your own skin and appreciating the uniqueness of our hair textures. The movement falls sh...

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Vivo Energy unveils community water project in Siaya County

Lena AnyuoloJuly 24, 2017

Last week, Vivo Energy Kenya unveiled a water project at Sihay Primary School in Siaya County. The primary school is located in Ugenya sub county. Neighbouring ...

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23 year old Sintamei Nkaitole wins Ksh. 1 million in the Sinapis business plan competition

Lena AnyuoloJuly 24, 2017

Sintamei Nkaitole, founder and CEO of Eriel Group Limited, walked away with a Ksh. 1 Million (USD 10,000) grant after emerging the winner of Sinapis  business p...

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9 careers you should consider if you want to work in the music industry

Lena AnyuoloJuly 24, 2017

When it comes to careers in the music industry, a lot of people assume that their options are limited to being a musician, a DJ, a music producer or an artist m...

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Ushahidi board handled sexual harassment case in the worst way possible

Lena AnyuoloJuly 23, 2017

Victim shaming, disregard for her well-being, attacks on her character, failure to fully include her in the inquiry, and an inexcusable delay handling the sexua...

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Ford launches free service plan for its cars in Kenya

Lena AnyuoloJuly 21, 2017

Ford has today announced the launch of Ford Protect in Kenya. Ford Protect, an extended service plan, is a holistic maintenance solution that will take care of ...

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Victim in Ushahidi’s sexual harassment scandal speaks out

Lena AnyuoloJuly 21, 2017

There has been a storm brewing at Ushahidi and yesterday, the pot finally boiled over. News of the sexual harassment claims became public earlier this month but...

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Court makes it easier for Kenyans to remove under-performing MPs or MCAs from office

Lena AnyuoloJuly 20, 2017

Despite a constitutional provision in Article 104 of the constitution giving Kenyans the right to recall their MP or MCA, the process is filled with endless red...

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Fundi-mentals is a hilarious & erotic Kenyan comedy that you must watch

Lena AnyuoloJuly 19, 2017

Kenyan comedy can be quite lazy sometimes. If it's not playing into a tribal stereotype, it's making callous jokes about 'team light skin' vs 'dark skin'. I bec...

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How Tessy Maritim is helping to empower young people through The Arena

Lena AnyuoloJuly 17, 2017

Being an adult is a lot harder than I imagined it to be. I remember when I was growing up, I couldn't wait to have my own freedom and be in complete control of ...

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How to prevent cholera

Lena AnyuoloJuly 16, 2017

Cholera is a highly contagious disease that is spread by drinking contaminated food and water. The bacteria that is responsible for the spread of cholera is fou...

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The Government should take concrete steps in stopping the spread of cholera

Lena AnyuoloJuly 16, 2017

There is a quote I saw on Goodreads once, it said, 'Don't keep sweeping your troubles under the rug, for one day you'll trip over them. It certainly seems that ...

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Customers in 9 Kenyan banks can send money to each other for free via mVisa

Lena AnyuoloJuly 15, 2017

Cashless payments are the future, less people prefer transacting with cash, opting instead, to pay via M-pesa or their debit or credit cards. If you're a fan of...

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