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  • How to Start a Photography Business in Kenya (And Actually Make Money)

    How to Start a Photography Business in Kenya (And Actually Make Money)

    Photography in Kenya has grown beyond just a hobby. From weddings and events to product shoots for small businesses, there’s a constant demand for skilled photographers.

    If you’re thinking of turning your passion into a business, here are the key steps to set yourself up for success so that you become the best photographer in Kenya.

    Start with a business plan

    Like any other business, photography needs structure. Write down the services you plan to offer, study your competition, and do some basic market research.

    Your plan should also include financial projections, the kind of clients you want to target, and a clear strategy for growth.

    This document becomes your roadmap, especially in the early days when everything feels overwhelming.

    Invest in the right equipment

    Your gear will be your biggest investment. The type of camera, lenses, and accessories you buy will depend on your niche.

    A wedding photographer, for instance, needs very different tools compared to a product photographer.

    Do thorough research before spending money, and remember you’ll also need a reliable computer and editing software. Quality gear pays for itself over time.

    Build your photography skills

    Owning a camera doesn’t automatically make you a photographer. To stand out, sharpen your technical and creative skills.

    Learn the basics: how your camera works, how to use lighting effectively, and how to edit photos.

    Equally important, practice posing people and directing clients with confidence while staying friendly and professional. The more you practice, the more your work will speak for itself.

    Identify your target clients

    Not everyone will be your client. Early on, figure out who you want to serve. Is it couples getting married, brands needing product photos, or corporates that need professional headshots?

    Understanding your target market helps you create content that speaks directly to them, build trust, and eventually turn conversations into paying jobs.

    Choose a niche and specialize

    Trying to do everything at once can slow you down. Specializing in one or two photography genres makes marketing easier and attracts clients who are willing to pay more for expertise.

    Popular niches in Kenya include wedding photography, corporate shoots, events, fashion, product, and documentary photography. Pick one that excites you and build your reputation around it.

    Create a portfolio

    Your portfolio is your calling card. In the beginning, when paying clients are hard to find, offer free or discounted shoots for friends and family.

    Use this work to build a collection of your best shots. A strong portfolio makes it much easier to convince potential clients to hire you.

    Find a mentor

    One of the fastest ways to grow in the photography business is to learn from someone already doing it.

    If possible, connect with an established local photographer who can let you shadow them, critique your work, and share practical advice about the business side of things. Mentorship can save you years of trial and error.

    Register your business

    Professionalism is key if you want people to take you seriously. Register your business as a sole proprietorship or limited company, depending on your long-term goals.

    Create a simple website to showcase your work and open social media pages dedicated to your photography brand.

    Clients are more likely to trust a registered business than an individual operating casually.

    Extra tips to stand out

    • Always have a written contract before starting any job.
    • Build your presence on Instagram and Facebook, since these platforms drive a lot of photography bookings in Kenya.
    • Create an email domain that matches your website for professionalism.
    • Keep a gear checklist before every shoot to avoid surprises.
    • Be punctual. In photography, time is everything.

    Final thoughts

    Running a photography business is more than just taking pictures. In fact, you’ll spend close to half your time (sometimes more) on marketing, networking, sales, and managing client relationships.

    Success comes from treating photography as a full business, not just a craft. If you stay consistent, patient, and focused on your goals, you’ll build a brand that not only pays the bills but also leaves a lasting mark in Kenya’s growing creative industry.

  • Did Envy Spark the Rift? The Real Reason Behind Diamond Platnumz and Mbosso’s Explosive Feud

    Did Envy Spark the Rift? The Real Reason Behind Diamond Platnumz and Mbosso’s Explosive Feud

    Life is so unpredictable, I never thought there would come a time I will be writing about Diamond Platnumz and Mbosso beefing. Who would have thought?

    Now, what started as whispers of tension between Diamond Platnumz and Mbosso, has turned out into a public fallout, a beef that could be getting worse by day.

    According to Mbosso, the conflict began when Diamond allowed Baba Levo to criticize him. Diamond, however, distanced himself from the matter, insisting that Baba Levo is an adult and that his statements cannot be attributed to him.

    The Claim That Lit the Fire

    The feud kicked off when Mbosso reportedly suggested that Diamond was envious of his success. Diamond, never one to bite his tongue, hit back hard on Instagram Stories.

    He dismissed the idea outright, questioning what he would stand to gain from being jealous of an artist he once mentored.

    “In your statements, you are forcing me to be involved, claiming that we are envying you. What would I envy you for anyway? And how would that help me?” Diamond fired back.

    To make his point sharper, he even downplayed the impact of Mbosso’s latest hit, comparing it to other tracks that had made bigger waves.

    The ‘Pawa’ Controversy

    Things escalated when Diamond’s ally, Baba Levo, dropped a video showing Diamond guiding Mbosso through the melody of his now-famous hit Pawa. Diamond himself then revealed the extent of his behind-the-scenes contributions—not just to Pawa, but to much of Mbosso’s catalog.

    According to Diamond, he had a heavy hand in writing and arranging Mbosso’s biggest songs, including Hodari, Baikoko, Shetani, and Assalaam. In his words:

    “Approximately 90% of all your songs—if there is a song that I wrote a small part of, maybe 20%, but for most, I wrote 40%, 50%, even up to 90%.”

    His revelation cast Mbosso’s success in a new light, making fans question just how much of it was his own creation.

    The Money Diamond Walked Away From

    Adding another layer of drama, Diamond disclosed that Mbosso’s exit from WCB Wasafi wasn’t free—at least on paper. The label contract reportedly had a Tsh 323,250,000 buyout clause.

    But Diamond says he let Mbosso walk away without paying a cent, framing it as an act of generosity to help his former signee stand on his own feet.

    A Stern Warning

    In closing, Diamond made it clear that while he doesn’t demand recognition for his contributions, he won’t tolerate disrespect. He portrayed himself as a man of patience and wisdom but also warned that his silence shouldn’t be mistaken for weakness.

    “I am truly crazy, and I don’t take nonsense,” he wrote, reminding everyone of his long-standing reputation in the industry.

  • Crazy Kennar: All You Need to Know

    Crazy Kennar: All You Need to Know

    Born Kennedy Odhiambo. Became Crazy Kennar.

    Kennedy Odhiambo grew up in Baba Dogo, Nairobi. Born on December 23, 1998, he’s Luo, the middle child with siblings who supported him early on.

    He went to Sacred Heart Primary in Baba Dogo, then Ringa Boys in Homa Bay for high school where his drama teacher introduced him to writing and performance.

    He won Best Actor at the 2011 Kenya National Music and Drama Festivals while still very young thus proving he had the gift early on.

    He later joined JKUAT, pursuing Actuarial Science but quietly building a team to film sketches. That turned into Tales of the Crazy Kennar, his YouTube channel.

    Skits That Scored Millions

    Kennar first posted short skits from around 2017. Eventually, he recruited friends to act in his videos. Today, he has over 600K subs on YouTube, racking 180+ million views monthly. His TikTok has over 500K followers and 6 million+ likes.

    He works with brands like AirtelTusker, and DSTV. He also owns Instant Delicacies, a small eatery along Thika Road.

    From Ringa High to Stand-Up

    Kennar tried teaching in Lucky Summer after high school, earning a few shillings off the road—just to get by. Entertaining had been his love since childhood. By the time he joined JKUAT, performing and writing sketches took over.

    He credits his drama club and teachers for pushing him toward comedy. Soon, he built a loyal following based on familiar, laugh-out-loud Kenyan anecdotes.

    Comedy That Feels Like Home

    Crazy Kennar’s comedy works because it’s relatable. He leans into Kenyan reality—accented characters, everyday settings—without needing filters or fancy effects. Redditors say his skits filmed in tiny bedsitters hit hard with authentic Kenyan vibes.

    As one user noted:

    “Who remembers the bangers of Krazy Kennar, the ones they used to shoot kwa ile ka bedsitter with only one sufuria?”

    Others chimed in:

    “Crazy Kennar’s skits are really good.”

    And:

    “CRAZY KENNAR WILL FOREVER MAKE ME HAPPY FR.”

    He’s not knocking over Hollywood‑style production. He’s backed into the corners of Kenyan streets, turned them into character sketches, and made people laugh without losing themselves.

    Stage Shows & Live Sketches

    Kennar’s online success opened doors for live shows. A Redditor reported:

    His show was sold out, and he did well—live shows bring in real money since online ad revenue and TikTok payouts are unreliable.

    That live connection—the energy in the room, the timing—you can’t replicate it on screen. It’s why he’s expanding beyond just YouTube.

    Money Moves

    Different sources estimate his net worth anywhere between KES 20 million to 100 million (USD ~200K–300K). He reportedly earns up to KES 300,000 (~USD 2,500) per day from live shows, brand deals, restaurants, and online content

    Personal Details

    • He’s Christian (SDA). He’s posted some church videos online.
    • Girlfriend: Natalie Asewe—a childhood friend and businesswoman. They’ve been linked for over a decade.
    • He drives a Toyota Prado TX, valued at ~KSh 7–7.5 million.

    What’s Next for Crazy Kennar?

    In 2022, he won Kenya Comedian of the Year. And in 2022 Digital Media Awards, he bagged Influencer of the Year. He’s also represented Kenya at Meta Creator Week in London.

    He’s in his late 20s, in a long-term relationship, and expanding his content team. His brand Tales of the Crazy Kennar is evolving—more skits, more actors, live shows, and wider presence.

    Why People Actually Watch Him

    What makes Kennar stand out? He doesn’t chase what’s trending. He nails what viewers know—accent parodies, village stereotypes, office jokes—without cynicism. People see yourself in his characters.

    Redditors say Kenyan comedy thrives on familiar tropes:

    “Crazy Kennar switches his skits, he doesn’t always lean towards the typical stereotypes… it’s mostly satirical.”

    He stays consistent—not changing who he is, just leveling up his delivery.

    Final Thoughts

    Crazy Kennar’s not the flashy celebrity comedian who moves fast and forgets stories. He’s the everyday guy turned content creator who worked gradually, kept it simple, and blew up doing what Kenyans giggle about at home.

    • From Sacred Heart and Ringa High to JKUAT’s Actuarial Science classroom.
    • From 2017 skits filmed in a bedsitter to corporate brand deals + own eatery.
    • Viewing numbers in the millions, live shows sold out, awards lined up.

    If you want to know who’s shaping Kenyan online culture from the ground up, Crazy Kennar is one to watch—and one to laugh with.

  • Wambui Katee Biography

    Wambui Katee Biography

    Catherine Wangui Wambui (born June 1998), popularly known by her polynym Wambui Katee, is a Kenyan singer-songwriter, recording and performing artist.  

    As a singer, she is popularly known for her cover songs Suh Different, Kainama, Toast and The One among many others.

    Biography and Career

    Early life

    Wambui Katee was born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya to Annie Njoroge, a singer and songwriter. She is a first born in a family of three.

    In her tender ages, her mother introduced her to music evident through her backup vocals in her mother’s songs and has also featured in some videos.

    Education

    Kate attended Kerugoya Good Shepherd Primary and later Kerugoya Girls Secondary School where she cleared high school in 2016. It is in this early education life that here love for art and music was discovered and natured.

    Immediately after high school, she joined Kenyatta University undertaking diploma in business communication while at the same time undertaking an accounting class “CPA” at KCA. However, she did not get to complete the courses due to the love she had for music and the entertainment industry in general.

    Career

    Due to passion in becoming a model, she joined Aftermath Modelling Agency where she featured in several modelling shows such as aftermath media opening show and Shiroyalty designs; showcasing modelling show.

    She also had a drive in acting and in 2017, she auditioned in several shows and secured a chance in several agencies where she acted set books. Her golden act is when she featured as an extra for Google ad for South Africa.

    After quitting school, Wambui Katee took a short Barista Course at Rockbern Academy and became a professional Barista with skills in making high quality coffee from farm to the cup. Being a talented and professional barista, she secured a job at Que Pasa Restaurant Karen.

    Music Breakthrough

    During her free time while working as a Barista, she started recording particularly song covers. Her breakthrough came when she released Patoranking’s Suh Different (November, 2018) which currently has more than 1.2M views. She became the talk of the town, then the nation and currently she is ranked as the best female cover musician in the entire East Africa. Due to the exhibited talent and love from the fans, she was crowned the title “Queen of Covers.”

    Following this breakthrough, she released other hit covers such as kainama originally done by Harmonize, Burna Boy and Diamond Platnumz, Koffe’s Toast,

    Early in 2019, she decided to record original songs and through immense support from Mzazi Willy Tuva she released the first single “Mahabuba,” the song did very well and there was nothing but love from her fans. She currently has three original songs Mahabuba, You and Vixen.

  • The First and Oldest University in The World

    The First and Oldest University in The World

    The history of education is complicated. That is why when search google for the oldest university, the first answer will be “The University of Bologna.”

    This particular university was founded in the year 1088, in Italy.

    However, did you know that this information is false.

    Africans aren’t always associated with good things or stories.

    The truth is, the oldest university was founded in Africa. The name of the institution is “The University of al-Qarawiyyin.

    This particular oldest and definitely the first university was founded by Fatima bint Muhammad Al-Fihriyya in the year 859AD, in Morocco, Africa.

    Watch video; The History of the Oldest University In The World

  • How To Reverse Money Sent To Wrong Number

    How To Reverse Money Sent To Wrong Number

    We have also made some typo errors and sent money to the people we did not intend. In the past, you had to call safaricom for a reversal and chances were most likely you will lose the money. However, in the recent past, Safaricom made some changes which has helped many Kenyans from losing their money.

    How to reverse money sent to wrong MPESA Contact

    After sending money to someone, then you realized that the number you intended to send isn’t the one you have sent the money, the first thing is to copy the message you received from Safaricom.

    Then send the message via SMS to 456 by pasting it.

    After a few minutes, you will receive a message from safaricom informing you that your money has been successfully reversed.

    It is advised that you undergo the process of reversing the money immediately so that the person on the other end does not withdraw the money or send it to another number.

  • The Girl Who Rose To Fame Out Of Fun

    The Girl Who Rose To Fame Out Of Fun

    It is in one of the villages in Mumias, the year is 2000. A young girl is born and no one knows what fate holds for her.

    At the time, Internet was still a mystery regardless of the fact that internet had been invented 17 years earlier (1983).

    This bouncing baby girl didn’t know she will play a significant role within the digital age.

    kenyan tiktok queen azziad

    Meet Azziad Nasenya, a successful content creator, actress, media host and a renown social influencer.

    Since her childhood, Azziad loved dancing and acting, skills she embraced even in social media platforms.

    In the year 2020, out of fan, Azziad made a short dancing video for a song that was trending at the time. The video went viral, boosting the song into garnering more than 10 million views on YouTube.

    Since then, she’s been climbing ladders of success and up to now, she has received numerous corporate deals and just recently, she was nominated for the peoples choices award.

    Azziad didn’t dance for money, she did it for fun. Do what you love and sooner or later, it will reward you.

  • What You Don’t Know About Willy Paul?

    What You Don’t Know About Willy Paul?

    Willy Paul, branded pozze or “bwana mkunaji” was born Wilson Abubakar Radido. He is a Kenyan controversial musician who started his music career as a gospel artist but later transformed into secular music.

    What you know about Willy Paul

    Poze is known for having done numerous hit songs such as “I do” featuring Alaine from Jamaica, ” Njiwa” featuring Nandy from Tanzania, “Hallelujah” featuring Nandy, “Sikireti” featuring Cecil from Jamaica, “Nobody” featuring Yemi Alade from Nigeria, “Mmmh” featuring @rayvanny from Tanzania, “Jigi Jigi, Kanungo, Malingo”, and “You Never Know.”

     What You Did Not Know About Willy Paul

    Willy Paul’s Profile

    Born: 1, September 1993 in Mathare, Nairobi

    Age: 28 years old as of 2021

    Origin: Kenyan/Kenyan

    Marital status: Single

    Occupation: Singer

    You also know that he is very controversial and has been associated with countless accusations of abusing women sexually although he has denied all accusations. The latest accusation involves Miss Picassa, his signee at Saldido International.

    Willy Paul Name

    Wilson Abubakar Radido is the real name of Willy Paul. He is also known as Wilson Shikwekwe Radido.

    Willy Paul Age

    Wilson Shikwekwe Radido was born to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Radido in September 1993 in Mathare, Nairobi. How Old Is Willy Paul? He is 26 years old as of 2019.

    Willy Paul Education

    Willy entered the Brainhouse school in Mathare area for his high school qualification. Regrettably, due to poverty, he had to drop out in form three. Notwithstanding, in 2013 Willy Paul determined to register for the KCSE exams. Willy used the help of tutors as he homeschooled. After results were out, Willy Paul revealed his desire to study overseas. Nevertheless, he is yet to say whether or not he registered or concluded studies in the US.

    Willy Paul Family Background

    In 1993 September, Wilson Shikwekwe Abubakar Radido was born to Salome and the late Paul Opondo Radido. He is the last born in a family of three. Willy’s dad was a carpenter by occupation while his mum is a hairdresser. Developing up in Mathare area 3, Willy observed his dad fight to make ends meet. In an interview with Citizen TV Willy Paul recounted how they had to go starving or at times eat twice a week. In 2010, Willy Paul’s dad went to be with the Lord, and his mum became the sole provider.

    What ensued was a period of misery and struggles. In an Instagram post, Willy lettered how his family had to struggle to raise cash for a coffin and even with four thousand five hundred Kenyan shillings they could not accord his father a good send-off. He moreover stated that they had to conclude for a coffin with holes. For Willy Paul, remembering his childhood can be a bit tough as some may think he is looking for sympathy.

    Willy Paul Music Journey

    His major breakthrough in music came in 2010 when he co-authored his first single Sitolia with Gloria Muliro, which a reflection of his life history, portraying the struggles he had gone through but giving himself a renewed hope that God had been faithful enough to bring him to the publicity.

    On Thursday 5 December 2013, he originated his first album which had songs like  You never know, Lala Salama,Mpenzi and Kitanzi at the KICC graced by musicians Daddy Owen, Ben Githae, Gloria Muliro, DK Kwenye Beat, Ben Bahati, Bahati, Men Of God (MOG), Size 8, Mr Seed, Shiru Wa GP, Betty Bayo, Danny Gift, DJ Sadic and DJ Mo

    He declared that he would be touring the USA where he would perform in various Churches in 12 states. The tour arranged by Talanta Awards was to commence on 8 March to April 2014. The tour nonetheless started on 10 March in Sacramento, California. He performed beside artiste Polly Odotte at the House of Glory Church. He then went to Neema Gospel Church in Dallas, TX and on 15 March, performed at St Louisiana, Missouri. On 29–30 March, Willy ministered to the audience at Neema Community Church in Overland Park, Kansas. He closed his tour on 27 April in Las Vegas, Nevada.

    The much gifted Willy Paul Msafi latterly found himself in controversy after his rival musician in the Gospel industry, Bahati, blamed him of plagiarizing his song. This saw Bahati’s fans pounce on Willy Paul with unrelenting criticism over the social media, allegations he denied to have perpetrated. Nevertheless, this stopped during the 10th annual Groove Awards Nominations which occurred on Wednesday 22 April 2015 held at the Nairobi Arboretum grounds. They were invited to reunite and were prayed for shortly in the event.

    Willy Paul Wife

    Willy has often dispensed his struggle to find a complete wife and even wrote a song about it. In the past, stories have associated him to several girls including Pendo, assertions that he dismissed, saying they never ‘happened’. He stated that he only dated Abigael for as long as he could remember. In 2017 speculations were prevailing that Willy had tied the knot with Jamaican sensation Alaine. Nevertheless, this was just a scene their song “1 do”. Currently, the Willy Paul is not married.

    He has dated video vixen Michelle Dyer who narrated to the pulse the cause of their break-up. She said the music star was insecure and sometimes got physical. “He cheated on me and he wasn’t loyal. We couldn’t get along as we had our differences. Him being a gospel artiste (he) did not appreciate and like my hustle like dancing and appearing in music videos,” Michelle told Pulse.

    “Sometimes, he abused me by hitting me. The first time he did it because of my phone. I had a late-night message from work and when I told him I wanted to reply he got insecure,” she revealed. As of 2018, he is rumored to be dating another woman.

    Willy Paul awards and recognition

    2012- Groove Awards winner the best new act
    2013- Groove Awards winner male artist of the year
    2014- Talanta Awards winner Best performer
    2014- Mwafaka Awards winner Male artist of the Year
    2014- Mwafaka Awards winner collabo of the Year (Kitanzi featuring Gloria Muliro)
    2015- Mwafaka Awards winner collabo of the year (Tam Tam featuring size 8)
    2016- Mwafaka Awards winner Male artist of the Year
    2016- AFRIMMA Awards winner Best gospel act, Africa
    2017- Pulse Music Awards Winner Male Video of the year
    2017- Pulse Music Awards Winner Most Viewed Video (Jigi Jigi)
    2017- Mdundo Awards winner Most downloaded single
    2017- Mdundo Awards winner Most downloaded gospel artist

    Willy Paul Secular Music Life

    In the year 2018, Willy Paul ditched gospel music for secular music. Nobody knows why he decided likewise but maybe it is because of the huge paychecks associated with secular music. He has gone further and collaborated with secular musicians to release hit songs. They include Khaligraph jones, Ommy Dimpoz, Alikiba, Rayvanny, Alaine, Nandy. His message to fans cursing his change of music is “stay calm, I got big surprises coming.”

    Willy Paul Net Worth

    How much is willy Paul net worth? Willy Paul net worth is estimated to be around Ksh 107 million.

    Willy Paul Songs

    1. Chuchuma
    2. Shado mado ft Alaine
    3. Njiwa ft Nandy
    4. Hallelujah ft Nandy
    5. Alkaida
    6. Lamba Nyonyo
    7. Harambee
    8. Nishiilie ft Alikiba and Ommy Dimpoz
    9. Mmmh ft Rayvanny
    10. I do ft Alaine
    11. Jigi jigi
    12. Fanya
    13. Tigawana ft Size 8
    14. Take it slow ft sauti sol
    15. Tempted
    16. Pili pili ft Harmonize
    17. Kanungo
    18. Murder
    19. Lala salama
    20. Malingo
    21. Sitolia
    22. Mpenzi
    23. Tam Tam ft Size 8
    24. Vigelegele
    25. Kitanzi ft Gloria Muliro
    26. Sijafika ft gloria muliro, kambua, size8
    27. Mamangu
    28. Digiri
    29. Bora uhai ft Khaligraph jones
    30. Sikireti ft cecile
    31. Kwa vile
  • What you didn’t know about Nadia Mukami

    What you didn’t know about Nadia Mukami

    Nadia Mukami is a spectacular Kenyan songstress, songwriter, singer, vocalist, and performing artist. She has been a poet since high school, hence the poetry in her songs. She combines the poetry with contemporary Afropop presenting it a sleek urban flow. Full Nadia Mukami Biography Below, continue reading.

    Nadia Mukami Real Name

    Nadia’s full name is Nadia Mukami Mwendo and she’s previously known as Nadia Xclusive.

    Nadia Mukami Age

    She was born on November 9th, 1996 in Pumwani hospital in Nairobi. She is 24 years old as of the year 2020. She is born in a family of five.

    Nadia Mukami Education

    Nadia Mukami attended Kari Primary School along Mombasa-Nairobi highway where she sat for her KCPE exams in the year 2009 then later got approved to Mount Laverna School in Kasarani, Nairobi where she attained a B+ (mean grade) which achieved her an admission to Maseno University to pursue a degree in BBA Finance option.

    Nadia Mukami Family Background

    Speaking about her family history, much has not been uncovered to the public. According to our deep findings, the Kenyan songstress, singer, vocalist, and performing artist was born and raised in Pumwani to a family of four other singers. When she began out, her parents were distrustful about her decision to seek a music career.

    Thankfully, her collection of releases did considerably great in the media, promptly making her triumphant and a favorite among music fans. This won her parent’s approval. She says: “When I began singing, my parents, particularly my dad, we’re disinclined to allow me to seek a career in music. It was till they witnessed me on TV that they resolved to give it a chance and now they are one of my greatest supporters.”

    Nadia Mukami Music History

    Nadia commenced her music career when she was 18 years after turnabout from poetry and writing. She picked motivation from her father who listened to Taarab music selections, as well as music from Tanzanian songstress Ray C. Nadia took up music professionally in 2015 when she wrote and released her single “Barua Ya Siri” yet still in Maseno University.

    Her breakthrough single “Kesi” gained extensive airplay and got her an opportunity to perform beside Kenya’s most prominent stars at countrywide platforms like Blaze by Safaricom (Kisumu), The Nile Festival, and The Luo Festival, among others. A year later, she rose as the winner on KTN’s Kipawa Show and went up to the finals of the Jenga Talanta show,  a true manifestation of her skyrocketing star power. Two years into her career, Nadia got her first signing with record label Hailemind Entertainment and has since released several great projects under the new management.

    Nadia Mukami Boyfriend

    Have you been querying who is Nadia dating, it appears that the musician loves living her life off from the public eye consequently making her private. Nadia Mukami is rumored to have dated Arrow Bwoy but she came out to dismiss those allegations. She, nonetheless, acknowledges having written the Songs African Lover and Yule Yule for the very guy.

    Four Hidden Facts about Nadia Mukami

    According to Coke Studio below are the four not known facts about Nadia Mukami:

    Quick rising Kenyan songstress Nadia Mukami rose to popularity following the monstrous achievement of her hit melodies “Yule”, “African Lover” and “Si Rahisi”. Since 2015 she has dazzled Kenyan music fans with her solid, sultry voice and infectious verses. In 2019, she will make her presentation on Coke Studio Africa, highlighting on the show’s Big Break portion, combined close by Tanzanian R&B sensation Jux and Mozambican artist Shellsy Baronet. Nadia raises to speed on her melodic voyage and desires…

    Taarab Music “I’d state my affection for music began back when I was youthful, tuning in to my dad’s gathering of Taarab music. In any case, it’s performers, for example, Ray C and Sanaipei Tande who truly roused me to begin and seek after a vocation in music,” said Nadia, who attributes her songwriting aptitudes to an early introduction to a blend of classes, on account of her father.

    How I Got My Parents Attention: When Nadia began, her folks were incredulous about her decision to seek after a music profession. Fortunately, her arrangement of discharges did very well in the media, rapidly making her fruitful and dear among music fans. This won her parent’s esteem. She says: “When I began singing, my folks, particularly my father, were reluctant to enable me to seek after a vocation in music. It was until they saw me on TV that they chose to give it a shot and now they are one of my greatest supporters.”

    Lessons from Coke Studio Africa. As a youthful craftsman, there are numerous difficulties you face when beginning in the music business however Nadia is quick to gain from each challenge and opportunity displayed her way.”It’s difficult beginning yet I am appreciative that in the brief time I’ve been on the scene, significant entryways have just opened. It’s dreamlike that I have sung about Juma Jux and Vanessa Mdee in my melody “African Lover” and now I get the opportunity to work with Jux on Coke Studio Africa! The entire Coke Studio experience has instructed me that quality and control are significant components in everything that you do.

    “If I wasn’t a performer I would be a writer or journalist from the days she was in High School, Nadia used to compose news briefs and read them out to the entire school. In Campus, she facilitated a show called ‘Saturday Hip-Hop Count’ on their Campus Radio, Equator FM. She states: “I would likely have been a columnist in a different universe.”

    You can tell from Nadia’s expressive verses that she’s likewise an artist, and this is the place it started: “I began by doing execution verse while in Campus, that clarifies the beautiful rhymes in the vast majority of my songs.”All eyes on Nadia as she speaks to Kenya on “Coke Studio Africa 2019” on the rising specialist’s portion labeled “Big Break”. In the past season, “Coke Studio Africa 2017”, The Band BeCa were highlighted on the portion.

  • Which Age Gap Is Too Big For a Relationship to Work?

    Which Age Gap Is Too Big For a Relationship to Work?

    I’m sure you’ve heard of the phrase “Age is just but a number.” I beg to differ though some might curse me for this.

    This is not to say that when the age gap is too big, two people cannot settle for a beautiful relationship.

    At first, it might seem okay but as time goes, you’ll realize that there are drastic changes in your lifestyles and this is when the glow in your relationship will start dimming.

    It will be ugly, trust me. It is even worse when you are an extrovert, I can spare introverts on this.

    For extroverts, you might still have warm blood for travelling and going out most of the time but your partner will not. It will be ugly, I repeat.

    According Seth Meyers, Ph.D., a psychologist and the author of Overcome Relationship Repetition Syndrome and Find the Love You Deserve, age difference matters. Meyers says that an age gap bigger than ten years often has certain issues which are different keeping in mind that all relationships have issues.

    In regard to big age differences, Rachel Sussman, a profound licensed marriage and family therapist based in New York once stated “You can see varied cultural references, disapproval from family and friends, and perhaps community disapproval, as well,” 

    She added,

     “It might be hard to relate to each other’s peer groups too.”

    Therefore, when you want to date someone older by more than 10 years, ensure that you know exactly what you want from them. Also, keep in mind that changes are inevitable and you are prepared to handle them.

  • Music Publishing Agreement in Kenya

    Music Publishing Agreement in Kenya

    SAMPLE

    THIS MUSIC PUBLISHING AGREEMENT is made on 4th February 2022, between

    Gesco Kenya, an independent artist (herein after referred to as 

    “Publisher”), and Job Kidaha, a producer/artist hereinafter referred to as Featured artist). 

    WHEREAS, the Publisher owns and controls certain royalties which are referred to as Musical Work throughout this document;  

    WHEREAS, the Publisher is engaged in the business of music publishing and distribution and has certain facilities and services available to it for the administration and exploitation of the song; and  

    WHEREAS the Featured artist has desired to grant the Publisher right to publish and distribute the song and further the Publisher desires to appoint the Featured artist to act as non-exclusive administrator of the Musical Work and the Featured artist is willing to accept such responsibility, control, and appointment.  

    NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the conditions and covenants contained in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows:  

    1. Description of Musical Work.

    The Publisher owns and controls the Musical Work which is comprised of the musical composition (SIDI).

    • Grant of Rights.

    The Featured artist hereby, assigns, transfers and delivers to the Publisher the exclusive right to administer, distribute, advertise, and otherwise deal in and for the song, all of which the Featured artist agrees to according to best business practices generally prevailing in the music publishing industry. The above grant includes by way of example but not limitation:

    • The exclusive right to publish, advertise, vend, and sell in all forms, the Musical

    Work, and to collect all fees and royalties becoming due for them;

    • The exclusive right to prosecute, defend, and settle any third party action or claim relating to the Musical Work and the respective rights of the Publisher and the Featured artist therein. No such action shall, however, be settled without the prior consent of the Featured artist, such consent not to be unreasonably withheld; provided, however, that such consent shall not be required if the Featured artist is then in breach of a material representation, warranty, or obligation of the Featured artist set forth in this Agreement; and
    • The exclusive right to enter into agreements with related or unrelated third parties for the so-called “sub publication” of the Musical work throughout the world and to collect all fees and royalties becoming due thereunder.

    3. Representations and Warranties of the Parties.

    The Featured artist represents and warrants to the Publisher that: 

    • Featured artist has the full right, power, and authority to enter into this Agreement and to grant to Publisher all rights purported to be granted to Publisher;
    • The Publisher has full rights over the Song and is protectable by the copyright laws of their country, and the administration, control, use, and exploitation thereof by the Featured artist will not subject the Publisher to liability of any kind to any third party;
    • there are and will be no liens or encumbrances upon the Musical Work and the Featured artist has not heretofore and will not hereafter solicit or accept any payments from any third party which would in any manner diminish the monies available to Publisher for the administration, or exploitation of the song. 

    The Publisher represents and warrants to the Featured artist: 

    • the Publisher is, and will be during the term, active in Kenya and, through licensees or collection agents or societies elsewhere in the world, in the business of music publishing; and
    • The Publisher has the full right, power, and authority to enter into this Agreement and to grant to Featured artist all of the rights purported to be granted to Featured artist.

    4. Compensation

    Payment of Royalty. The Publisher agrees to pay the Featured artist, during the original term and any royalties garnered with respect to the song, as follows:  

    50% of all distribution profits made on all platforms except YouTube where the Publisher will have full ownership of the royalties

    The Publisher shall render to Featured artist a written statement of account as to the royalties becoming due to Featured artist under this Agreement within ninety (30) days after the payments have been made. Each such statement shall be accompanied by payment of the amount (if any) shown to be due. Each such statement shall be an account stated, final and binding and not subject to any objection for any reason whatsoever by the Featured artist, unless the Publisher shall have received written notice of objection specifying the items objected to and the factual and contractual basis of objection from the Featured artist within a reasonable period from the date of any such statement, then that portion of the statement not objected to shall be an account stated as aforesaid.  

    • Term. This Agreement shall be effective as of the date first set forth above provided both Parties have signed. 
    • Relationship of Parties. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed or interpreted as constituting a partnership, joint venture, agency, or employer/employee relationship between the parties. No third person is intended to be a third party beneficiary hereof.
    • Severability. If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision or portion of this Agreement to be unenforceable, that provision of the Agreement will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible so as to affect the intent of the parties, and the remainder of this Agreement will continue in full force and effect.
    • Notices. Any Notices which either party desires or is required to give to the other shall be in writing, sent postage prepaid, certified or registered mail, return receipt requested,

    and shall be addressed to the addresses of the parties in the beginning of the Agreement.

    The date of mailing shall be the date of the giving of notice.

    1. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties. It shall not be modified except in writing signed by both parties.
    2. Assignment. A party may not assign any of its rights or obligations under this

    Agreement without the prior written consent of the other party. This Agreement shall be binding upon and to the benefit of each party and its respective successors and permitted assigns.

    1. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be an original as regards to any party whose signature appears thereon and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. This Agreement shall become binding when one or more counterparts of it, individually or taken together, bear the signature of each of the parties. Each party shall execute and deliver to the other and to third persons such other and further instruments and correspondence as shall be reasonably required to effectuate the intents and purposes hereof.
    2. Headings

    Headings and titles in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and do not constitute part of this Agreement and are of no legal force or effect.

    1. Governing Law

    This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the country of Kenya.

    1. Signatories

    BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ AND

    UNDERSTOOD AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED HEREIN.

                         GESCO KENYAJOB KIDAHA
         ______________________________________________________________
         ______________________________________________________________
                Signature  Signature
         ______________________________________________________________
              DateDate

    This is not an actual music agreement but rather a sample.

  • The Shocking Trending Story of Shiko and Rama Delivering by Themselves

    The Shocking Trending Story of Shiko and Rama Delivering by Themselves

    Unassisted child birth is not a common thing and yesterday the internet was on fire with the story of Shiko and Rama trending. Imagine this couple decided to undergo the child birth process by themselves at the comfort of their home without assistance from a medical birth attendant (midwife).

    On that day, which is six days ago, the young couple did not know that Shiko was going to deliver on this particular day. Therefore, they went on their usual routine and at around 1PM, Shiko drove to the market to purchase some groceries.

    While still in the market, she realized that the contractions were unusual since they were getting intense and consistent and so she called her midwife to inform her of the situation.

     “I had been having Prodromal contractions for a while, at 1.30PM I called my midwife and told her you know what I think this might be the real thing because they have been pretty consistent. I had timed them on a contraction App and they were coming once every three minutes. After timing around 4 of them the App just stopped and said call an ambulance, go to the hospital”

    However, the midwife was not around and that meant that she was not able to come immediately.

    Prodromal labor

    This is a type of labor that comes before active labor but does not progress towards delivery. It’s also irregular with contractions lasting for around 30-45 seconds giving the expectant mother around 5-30 minutes of rest in between contracts. Usually, they last for a period of around 8-12 hours.

     Hurriedly, she drove back home to her loving husband Ramsey and told him that the surges were becoming intense and since the midwife was out of reach, they will have to undergo the process.

    All these things are being shown in their 24 minute video. When the App informed her that things were serious, on reaching home she reported the info to the husband but since the surges had been happening for quite a while, the husband was confused whether the day had arrived or it was just the usual surges. 

    Shiko Nguru, a 34 year old mum of 3 now; 8 year old girl, 2 year old boy and newly born bouncing baby boy posted on her Vlog the entire experience from the time she started experiencing surges, actual labor and the delivery moment.

    What is flabbergasting is the fact that they made it look so easy having taken only 44 minutes for the baby to come out.

    Click here to read the “actual birth process”

    The birth process

    The actual video of the birth process starts at 2.01 PM. During this time, the labor started and Shiko requested the husband to do some intense back massage. Ramsey continued to do the massage for a couple of minutes.

    “He continued giving me those back massages and continued telling him to put pressure even I now have bruises on my back side”

    “She insisted I use a lot of pressure, I massaged her with my fists”

    At the time, the contractions were intense and were coming like every two minutes. “The pressure was need to counter the pressure I was feeling inside” Shiko explained.

    “During her surges, I had to drop everything that I was doing just to ensure that I rel ieve the pain she was feeling” 

    She wanted to give birth in a pool and so they had discussed with their midwife who booked the pool for them earlier in the week.

    So when she started experiencing labor, Ramsey started filling the pool.

    At some point, Shiko wanted so much to get into the water and so she told rama

    “Why don’t you go to our laundry room and get the water horseso that we can fill the pool faster.”

    When Rama dashed to get the horse pipe, the unexpected happened, the contractions became more intense with an urge to push.

    “Immediately he left the bathroom, the next surge I had was different from all the other surges because it came with this incredible pressure to push.”

    It was now around 2.25pm, shiko did not think that the time for pushing had arrived since she had only been experiencing labor for an hour only. This shocked her and so she curled over.

    Rama came in and dropped everything seeing the wife in a bad state. He then poured one more bucket and shiko got into the pool. It was 2.30PM.

    Rama wanted to call the midwife again but shiko refused saying they will have to do the delivery by themselves. She then held her hand, comforting and encouraging her as she pushed.

    That’s how Tawi was born; at 2.45PM.

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