Singer 2GB Diva Teams Up With Zikki In New Jam

Dubai-based Kenyan singer, songwriter and performing artiste 2GB Diva jetted back in the country a few weeks ago to work on a number of projects, something she calls keeping in touch with my roots.

As part of her artistic duty, to be the mouthpiece for the society, 2GB teamed up with Mombasa-based artiste Shephard to unveil Amani, a single that aimed to preach peace during this year’s election period.

Releasing her latest single dubbed Nikujue, a Swahili word for I want to know you. In this new track, the very talented young star joins forces with Take It Slow hitmakers Zikki. Nikujue, a soulful Afro pop track that is set to take local airwaves by storm is smooth, laid back and vey relatable. It tells a story of two young lovers who would love to advance their relationship as love and attraction keep growing.

While conservative 2GB Diva maintains her style of music, which is mostly Swahili influenced, Zikki’s urban style brings in the street love feel in this joint and the results are impeccable.
Produced by So Fresh, the song is accompanied by stunning visuals starring 2GB Diva and Zikki which were directed by Zezzoh Monts for NF Inc.

Watch the video below:

DStv Lines Up Special Programmes To Celebrate The Life Of Princess Diana

DStv is joining the world in commemorating the life of Princess Diana in a series of documentaries that will be showcased on various channels this August and September. There has been a lot of intrigue surrounding the Princess of Wales before and after her death aged 36 on August 31, 1997 following a tragic high-speed car crash in Paris; from speculation on her personal life, to various conspiracy theories about the tragic accident that led to her death.

Tune in to DStv for some insight and a commemorative look back at Princess Diana‘s life, as well as the tragic death from a variety of media personalities and biographers. Below are some of the highlights dedicated to the 20-year tribute of Princess Diana’s death:

The Last 100 Days of Diana: Retracing what was a touching event of Princess Diana’s first and last summer as a single woman. In between romance, paparazzi and her tragic untimely death in a car accident. The two-hour long documentary hosted by former ABC News co-anchor Martin Bashir. Tune in on Friday, August 25 20:30 EAT on M-Net. You can also catch Princess Diana: Her Life - Her Death - The Truth, hosted by Gayle King - coming to M-Net on September 1 at 20:00 EAT.

Death of Diana: This extraordinary untold story unlocks the answers to Diana’s fate through a series of shocking revelations. The car she was travelling in on that fatal was badly damaged in crash and declared a write-off more than two years before the Alma Tunnel tragedy. It also reveals how the car was spared the scrapheap and came to join the Ritz’s limousine service. The film features exclusive testimony from contributors and witnesses, including members of the investigation team and emergency services who were first to arrive on the scene of the crash, with some speaking out for the first time ever. Tune in on Sunday, September 3 at 21:15 EAT on the History Channel.

Diana and the Paparazzi: The People’s Princess and darling of the media, Diana was the most sought after and photographed woman in the world, with newspapers and magazines paid fortunes to get hold of circulation boosting pictures of her. Diana and Paparazzi looks into the Princess’s love-hate relationship with the peoples who courted and hunted her. Those closest to Diana will reveal how she enjoyed using the press for her own ends and told stories through pictures. Airs on Thursday, August 31 at 21:00 EAT on iTV.

Diana: The Day the World Cried: Kate Winslet’s narration Diana’s Funeral is the story of the day, as told by people who were there. From famous faces at Westminster Abbey to those behind the scenes such as the funeral’s chief architect Sir Malcolm Ross who had just six days to plan the whole event; chief pallbearer Captain Richard Williams who had the weight of the nation on his and his men’s shoulders plus the former Royal Protection Officer who looked after Diana and the two Princes and travelled in the hearse with Diana’s coffin. Tune in on Friday, September 1 at 21:00 EAT on iTV.

Princess Diana: Tragedy or Treason: Diana, Princess of Wales, was both the style and substance, fashion idol and a humanitarian. The documentary series examines new evidence and features exclusive interviews from insiders to shed new light on the life and death of one of history’s most beloved figures. She redefined what it meant to be royal, so much so that many feared she would ultimately bring down the monarchy. Instead, through her legacy, she ended up saving it. Tune in to TLC Entertainment from Thursday, August 31 at 21:00 EAT.

Kalasha International Film & TV Festival 2017 Calls For Entries

Registration has opened for film, TV and creative players to join this year's edition of the Kalasha International Film & TV Festival & Market. Kalasha International is an initiative of the Kenya Film Commission (KFC), bringing under one roof a film festival, film and TV awards and market.

It offers all film, TV, creative professionals a unique platform to discuss, collaborate and develop new business opportunities in the fast growing East African region. KFC is urging interested players to submit their films and registrations before the stipulated deadlines.

Deadline for submission of films is September 15. The festival and market is scheduled to run between October 16-21 in Nairobi. The Kalasha Film & TV Trade Show will held on October 18 & 20, will showcase Kenyan, East African and pan-African companies under pavilions, while the TV and film players will attend as participants.

The film festival will be held for the period in various venues throughout Kenya. Eligible entries will be from the entire continent and screenings will be organised in various theatres and venues. The 2017 Kalasha Film & TV Awards ceremony will bring down the curtains on the five-day event on October 21.

According to KFC, the range of the categories has increased to incorporate a new category called East African. Filmmakers in the region can follow the link www.kalashainternational.com

to enter films for the awards ceremony.

Apass: Kenya's Avril Is Simply Amazing!

Ugandan award winning Reggae and Dancehall artiste Apass has described sexy Kenyan singer and actress Avril as "amazing". He has spoken at a time when the two have just released a collaborative single dubbed Babiee.

Avril

The song is an upbeat feel good song that gets your head bopping. It's the first time the duo is working on a project together.

"Saint P and I came up with the song when we were jamming in studio and thought it would be a really great song," says Avril.

"The song was a different concept and it was something I wanted to do. When the song was presented to me, I instantly liked it and felt like jumping on it," says Apass.

He adds: "I was so humbled to work with Avril and her whole team. It was amazing. It is amazing how music works, you don't know someone, they don't know you, but they know your music and like what you do and you happen to like what they do as well. It was a very good project to do. I give thanks." 

"Working with Apass was amazing. His work ethic and great spirit just made everything work so well. I am humbled to have worked on a song with him," adds Avril. 

Apass

The two artistes have not ruled out working on another project together in the near future. Babiee was produced by Saint P and the video was directed by J Blessing. 

Apass is best known for hits such as Gamululu and Marianna. Four of his songs were featured as soundtracks in the acclaimed Disney Film Queen of Katwe, which starred sensational Hollywood and Oscar winning Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong'o.

Watch Babiee below:

Fashion Giants LC Waikiki And Woolworths For The Hub Karen

Global fashion retail giants LC Waikiki and Woolworths have announced plans to open stores at The Hub Karen Mall in Nairobi, cementing the mall’s stature to attract leading international brands.

The two stores are expected to open at the start of the fourth quarter. The entry of the two brands further enhances Kenya’s attractiveness as an investment destination for retailers looking to tap into the budding affinity of Kenyans towards international brands.

"We are proud to host two more international brands as we continue attracting the world’s leading brands to the mall, said," Philippe Cauviere, the Chief Executive Officer at Azalea Holdings, the developers of the mall.

The two brands join other international brands that have set up shop at the mall since its opening in February last year. Azalea Holdings said the mall has been deliberate in the selection of its tenants to ensure a diverse and rich mix of local and international brands.

"At The Hub Karen, our focus is to offer customers diverse and unique options to meet their tastes and expectations. We want to guarantee our shoppers an international experience right here at home," added Mr Cauviere.

Commenting on the opening of their new 7,100 Sqft store, Woolworths said they were attracted to the Hub Karen by its high quality and its excellent location.

"The opening of this store at The Hub Karen is in line with our policy to expand the Woolworths brand and make our stores accessible to customers in Nairobi," affirmed a statement by Woolworths’ press office.

On its part, LC Waikiki announced that it was investing $1 million (around Sh100 million) to open the 11,000 Sqft shop that will employ more than 30 employees.

More about about LC Waikiki

"The stable economy in Kenya has supported our investments as a gateway to growing our footprint in the country and the larger African market," said LC Waikiki’s Country Manager, Kremena Pencheva.

The lifestyle destination mall features more than 90 shopping stores hosting local and international retailers. Some of the brands in the mall include French retail giant Carrefour, Furniture Palace, Funscapes, F&F fashion, Bossini, Adidas, Reebok, Burger King, Dominos, KFC, Artcaffe and Ocean Basket among others. Shopper numbers have continued to grow at The Hub Karen with the foot count clocking over 4.2 million customers since its opening.

The development is East Africa's first open air shopping destination and is part of the investment portfolio of businessman Humphrey Kariuki. His other business interests include; Mount Kenya Safari Club, Great Lakes Africa Energy, Dalbit Petroleum, WOW Beverages (formerly Wines of the World) and Africa Spirits Limited among others.