Art Show on essence of a woman

Walking into April Kamunde's exhibition felt like a retreat, a place that sways to the rhythm of rest.

By Anjellah Owino 1 month ago

A celebration of Ngugi wa Thiong'o's life and works

The University of Nairobi hosted a national tribute for the late Prof Ngugi wa Thiong'o at the Taifa Hall on Friday.

By Anjellah Owino 1 month ago

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Role of creatives in uplifting Gen Z movement's key political message

Amid last year's protests, there emerged a new cultural force. Youthful protesters delivered change messages artistically.

By Anjellah Owino and Boniface Mithika 1 month ago

Play on unholy union of clergy, politicians

'The Anointed Cartel' play daringly takes on the unholy union between politicians and religious leaders.

By Anjellah Owino 2 months ago

Exhibition looks at suicide, alcoholism

In 'Between the Bars', multidisciplinary artist Ndung'u Mbithi intricately explores the delicate theme of suicide in four weaving pieces.

By Anjellah Owino 2 months ago

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Ngugi's literary war and why he chose Kikuyu

Throughout his life, the celebrated literary figure championed vernacular languages as instruments of decolonisation and preservation of African identity and cultures.

By Anjellah Owino 2 months ago

Pope Leo XIV: From Chicago to the Vatican, a humble journey to the papacy

The 133 cardinals elected the new pope on Thursday evening, the second day of the conclave held behind the sealed doors of the Sistine Chapel since 1492.

By Anjellah Owino 3 months ago

'Don't shoot the messenger': Journalists demand safety, justice on World Press Freedom Day

Silenced voices: Kenyan media faces mounting pressure as freedom shrinks.

By Anjellah Owino 3 months ago

Why Italian Cardinal Becciu won't participate in conclave to elect new pope

Italian Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu on Tuesday, April 29, renounced his right to participate in the upcoming papal conclave, in line with the wishes of the late Pope Francis.

By Anjellah Owino 3 months ago

College of cardinals to elect pope on May 7

The College of Cardinals will elect a new pope starting Monday, May 7, a senior Vatican source confirmed

By Anjellah Owino 3 months ago

Art competition winners named, 2025 edition announced

Two incredible artworks, Natalya Nduta's painting and Seth Kabacho's drawings, were among the top winners of the Live Free Art Competition by Jubilee.

By Anjellah Owino 3 months ago

Artists vs AI: Real art needs human touch, creatives say

AI has been spreading across different fields, raising a big question: What is the future of art now that machines can "create"?

By Anjellah Owino 3 months ago

Mohamed Komeja and his Kiswahili play, 'Picha'

Mohamed Komeja and his Kiswahili play, 'Picha'

By Anjellah Owino 3 months ago

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Indigenous plays take centre stage

The Kenyan theatre scene is seeing a reawakening led by a love for plays in local languages. Leading the charge are Kikuyu and Luo.

By Anjellah Owino 4 months ago

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Week of love: Theatre gets in the mood

The essence of love was captured in a comedy play 'Threads of Trust' by Igiza Arts Production staged at the Kenya National Theatre last weekend.

By Anjellah Owino 5 months ago

Comedian Adrian Onyango goes digital on TikTok

The 28-year-old wanted to be a source of someone’s joy

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Young Dandora dancers to star on Cartoon Network

‘Pop Up Party’ TV series will premiere on February 29.

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

DJ shares music tricks learnt from 72 nations

Centre will be admitting 20 students each time for a 12-week course to be directed by Berlin-based turn-tablist DJ Angelo.

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Dancing to the rhythm of life

Programme in the informal settlement teaches life skills to children who would otherwise fall prey to criminal gangs and drugs

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Artist displays her memories ‘inside a bottle’

The self-taught artist collected mementos for 15 years, and from around 15 countries.

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Ikigai expo ‘pops up’ closer to the people

Lara Kay’s gallery was shut down due to road construction works

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

City street life won't dampen artists' spirit

Mwangi, 18, briefly studied photography before running away from home due to conflict

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Ashwin: Soul-inspired painter uses skill to celebrate women

He coats on African prints using markers and acrylic paints to centre on themes of Hindu culture, nature and family.

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

To the beat of one’s ability

The International day of Persons with Disabilities was first celebrated in 1992

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Inside new kids book store

The walls are decorated with animated children and animals to bring out the vibrancy children naturally have

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Artists go hi-tech to virtually bring life to still images

Immersive Art: Art meets technology in an exhibition which celebrates African heroes and heroines

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Artist out to define what it means to be African

Contemporary visual artist, Matt Kayem, is out to redefine what it means to be African. In doing so, he is rebelling against social standards.

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

5 ways to get your money in order

While being your own boss gives you the freedom to run your business as you envision, a number of concerns creep in about your next income.

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

'30 at 30' tells a Rich story

Rich Allela specialises in conceptual and documentary photography

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Artist’s bid to preserve rich cultures

Mitchener recreates masks to depict a disappearing African tribe or a disappearing art form

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Police killings: We want justice for our slain relatives

Families speak out on forced disappearances

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Kimya Kimya crew dance to victory on night of epic acts

Members of the group met during audition by the boy band Sauti Sol.

By Anjellah Owino 5 years ago

Music producer Joanne Corrigall is moving to Kenya

?She came, saw and stayed! Joanne Corrigall, a music video producer from South Africa arrived in Nairobi in February for what was supposed to be a filmmakers' workshop, before falling in love with Kenya.

By Anjellah Owino 9 years ago

Exhibition showcases plight of displaced persons and migrants

The exhibition at Circle Art Gallery showcases internal displacement, migration and need for a safe place to call home, themes that are now a global concern.

By Anjellah Owino 9 years ago

Nairobi artist uses simple symbols to enhance African prints

What stands out in Evans Mbugua’s work is his ability to recreate extraordinary print creations through simple and popular symbols.

By Anjellah Owino 9 years ago

Artist showcases unique ink illustrations of Sikh art

He gets pleasure from playing with words. For a man whose slogan is ‘a man deep... in thought,’ derived from his name, Amandeep Singh brings out his unique ink illustrations.

By Anjellah Owino 9 years ago

Different worlds, ages but same oppression

Vera; or, The Nihilists-the first Oscar Wilde play-found its way to Alliance Française last weekend.

By Anjellah Owino 10 years ago

Why Kenyan publishers are ignoring art books

Kenyan publishers are ignoring art books because they don’t rake in enough profits, a report conducted by the British Council has revealed.

By ANJELLAH OWINO 10 years ago

Cartoonists take on freedom and security

Cartoons. Those caricatures with few words ordinarily seen as source of harmless fun.

By ANJELLAH OWINO 10 years ago

‘Run For Your Wife’, you cheater of a husband

If John had taken advantage of the polygamy law passed last year and legally married both his wives, Mary and Barbara, he would not have faced potential five year imprisonment for bigamy.

By ANJELLAH OWINO 10 years ago