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Women Reshaping African Music During Women’s History Month
As we celebrate Women’s History Month this March, the African music landscape stands as a powerful testament to female innovation and influence. Trailblazers like Tyla and Tems aren’t just participating in the industry—they’re fundamentally transforming it with their groundbreaking achievements. Tyla recently made history as the first African solo artist to reach one billion streams on Spotify with her viral hit “Water,” a milestone that…
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MultiChoice recognized at the 2025 Women in Film Awards
MultiChoice in Kenya is celebrating a remarkable achievement at the Women in Film Awards (WIFA), with multiple wins across key categories for its productions airing on Maisha Magic and Showmax. Now in its sixth year, WIFA honors outstanding contributions by women in the film and television industry, recognizing excellence in directing, producing, scriptwriting, cinematography, and more. This year’s edition, which…
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Odibets Backs FKF Leadership, Welcomes Benni McCarthy as Harambee Stars Coach
Odibets, Kenya’s leading sports gaming platform, has commended the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) for appointing Benni McCarthy as the new Harambee Stars head coach. The move, seen as a turning point for Kenyan football, has been widely welcomed by fans and stakeholders alike. Odibets has been a key partner in supporting the sport’s growth, and with a fresh leadership team…
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Odibets Revamps Cashout Feature for Punters Convenience
Odibets, a top sports betting platform in Kenya, has reintroduced its enhanced Cashout feature, giving users more flexibility and control over their bets. With the Cashout option, bettors can choose to settle their wagers before an event concludes, either securing a portion of their potential winnings or minimizing losses based on live developments. For example, if a user’s chosen football…
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Tyler Mbaya speaks on his self-discovery journey and reuniting with Georgina in Take Me Home Season 2
Actor Tyler Mbaya and content creator Georgina Njenga were once Kenya’s favourite young couple on the rise. The two started dating in 2020 and welcomed a child together in 2022, capturing the hearts of their fans. But their romance hit rocky ground in 2023, and the couple called it quits later that year. Now, Tyler and Georgina are reunited in…
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Kenyan men are the kings of heartbreak this Valentine’s Day
Love can be sweet until it’s not. One moment it’s “my person forever” and the next it’s “who sent me here?”. For Kenyan men, the heartbreak seems to be hitting harder than ever. Whether it’s ghosting, unreciprocated love or just bad luck in the dating game, one thing is clear; the boychild is feeling it. Spotify shared interesting data showing that male…
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Valentine’s Day Bonus: How to Secure Your Bonus on Odibets
Valentine’s Day is here. It is a day when couples, friends, and loved ones appreciate each other by sharing love and thoughtful gifts. Odibets, one of Kenya’s leading betting firms, has unveiled a new promo christened ‘Mapenzi ni 50/50′ that will see their customers receive Valentine’s bonuses. Through the promo, customers will have their stakes/cashbet amounts doubled. To participate,…
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Claudia Naisabwa spills on hosting Take Me Home Season 2 and her ideal man
At just 22, Claudia is already a force to reckon with in Kenya’s entertainment scene. The Samburu-born beauty, known for her vibrant energy and unique hosting style, has conquered it all – from MC gigs and content creation to scriptwriting and acting. Now, Claudia is taking the reins as the host of Take Me Home Season 2, stepping into the spotlight after…
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Odibets Expands Gaming Portfolio with Exciting Crash Games
Crash games like Aviator and Aviatrix have been rapidly growing in popularity in the Kenyan market with betting firm Odibets recently partnering with Incentive Games to release a new suite of these games. Aviatrix, in particular, launched on Odibets in July 2024, making the thrilling crash game available to Kenyan players. As one of the most popular betting and gaming…
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Blockbuster movies, Emmy-winning stand-up & Grammy-nominated docs to stream this February
February is packed with must-watch movies and shows, offering something for everyone—from heartwarming family-friendly adventures to gripping thrillers, insightful documentaries, and laugh-out-loud comedies. Whether you’re looking for a cozy watch with the kids, a nostalgic deep dive into pop culture icons, or a chilling horror flick that will keep you on edge, Showmax has you covered. This month’s lineup features…
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Showmax to live stream Tyla’s historic concert
Showmax is breaking new ground as Africa’s first streaming service (SVOD) to live stream a homegrown concert. On 18 January 2025, fans in 44 African countries can watch Grammy-winning Amapiano superstar Tyla perform live from the SunBet Arena, Pretoria, exclusively on Showmax.com. Tyla, the youngest African Grammy winner, will showcase hits from her chart-topping debut album TYLA, which has amassed more…
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These Breakout Stars Could Push African Music Boundaries in 2025
African artists always capture hearts, souls and playlists and 2024 was no different for the continent’s culture-making, record-breaking stars. Shining bright from Afrobeats to Amapiano and beyond, Spotify Wrapped 2024 looks at African artists who made magic and those you need to add to your library in 2025. Afrobeats to Amapiano hitmakers to look out for The Amapiano movement saw…
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TikTok star Tonnie Mpole signs deal with Odibets
Popular TikTok content creator Tonnie Mpole has landed a lucrative deal with leading betting firm Odibets. Tonnie Mpole, who is popular for engaging videos that blend humor and storytelling, will spearhead Odibets January campaign dubbed ‘Skuma njaanuary very nicely na Odibetsapp promo.’ Speaking to journalists, Tonnie said he was very delighted to have landed the Odibets deal, adding that it…
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Hosts Daddie Marto and Koku delve into modern dating and Kenya’s new reality show, Nairobi Bachelor
Daddie Marto and Koku, a prominent power couple, are celebrated names in the entertainment industry. Daddie, a renowned MC, actor, and content creator, has appeared in popular shows like Sue na Johnnie and Showmax’s County 49. Koku, who began her career in engineering, found her way into content creation, inspired by her husband’s love for storytelling. Together for more than…
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Stay in Control of Your Finances this Festive Season With Eazzy Loan
Eazzy Loan: The holiday season is finally here! After a year of full-speed living, it’s time to hit pause, recharge, and focus on loved ones while making memories that last a lifetime. It’s the perfect moment to treat yourself, family and friends, and start planning for the year to come, even as you reflect on the year gone. But as…
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Odibets to Sponsor Genowa Governor’s Cup 2024
Betting firm Odibets has been unveiled as the title sponsor for the third edition of Homa Bay County’s annual sports tournament, the Genowa Governor’s Cup. Announcing the sponsorship deal on Thursday, December 5, Odibets revealed that participating teams will receive kits and cash prizes, with the tournament champion set to pocket a grand prize of Ksh1 million. Following the partnership,…
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Celebrity couple Daddie Marto and Koku Lwanga to host new Showmax reality dating show
Love, drama, and romance are set to take centre stage this festive season as Showmax’s new dating show Nairobi Bachelor (Trailer) debuts on 6 December 2024. Hosted by the dynamic celebrity couple Daddie Marto (Sue na Jonnie) and Koku Lwanga, this 13-part series promises to bring a fresh and captivating twist to the dating show genre. Nairobi Bachelor follows the journey of…
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Odibets Launches Pepea na Mbuzi ya Krisi Promo
Kenya’s leading betting firm Odibets has announced that it will be giving out 100 goats daily to lucky winners. The promo dubbed, ‘Pepea na mbuzi ya Krisi’ will run from November 22, 2024, to 1st January 2025. Each Mbuzi will be worth Ksh5,000 and will be rewarded to the lucky customers via their Odibets account which they can withdraw via…
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How to stay ahead of social media shopping scams this Black Friday
Shoppers are turning to their social media feeds to find the best Black Friday deals – unfortunately, cybercriminals aren’t far behind. In 2023, an estimated 90.6 million people worldwide shopped online on Black Friday, with South Africa’s BankservAfrica recording 1.4 million online transactions – an 11% increase from the previous year. While seasoned shoppers may feel confident in avoiding scams,…
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9 best movies to stream this November, including Kung Fu Panda 4 and The Fall Guy
KUNG FU PANDA 4 | First on Showmax | Stream from Friday, 29 November The sixth biggest box office hit of 2024 (so far), Kung Fu Panda 4 returns comedy icon Jack Black to his role as Po, the world’s most unlikely kung fu master. When Po is tapped to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace, he needs to find and train a…
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