I want to take Mwanzele music international, says Jay Crak
Coastal-based producer Jay Crak has expressed his desire to take the traditional Mijikenda sound of Mwanzele to the international music market. Speaking to Baraka FM during the POZI 254 Show, Jay Crak shared that this is a well-thought-out idea and explained how he plans to make it a reality. “In the past, people primarily listened […]
Burna Boy to be paid sh128 million to perform in Kenya
Nigeria music heavyweight Burna Boy payment for his performance in the Mad Fun Experience concert scheduled for the 1st of March in Kenya’s capital has left tongues wagging. The Grammy Award winner will be paid a staggering Ksh.128M making him one of the highest paid musicians to ever perform in Kenya. Before securing him, event […]
Bien beats Diamond to win Best East African Artist award
Kenyan musician Bien has defeated regional heavyweights such as Tanzania’s Diamond Platnumz, Harmonize, Nandy, Marioo, Uganda’s Joshua Baraka, and Ethiopia’s Rophnan to claim the prestigious award at the Trace Awards 2025 on February 26th. This marks Bien’s first solo award and the first time the award has been presented to a Kenyan artist. The event […]
Savara breaks barriers with new song
Kenyan music sensation Savara has released a new song that has captured the attention of many, especially with the inclusion of a plus-size video vixen. Released on February 24, 2025, ‘Sianda’ features Bettina Wambui, who beautifully syncs and dances to the beat of the song, making it a must-watch video. Bettina, a plus-size model, fashionista, […]
Why it has taken Kenya long to find a permanent solution to Malaria
According to a latest report by World Health Organization on Malaria, 263 million cases of the disease were reported and 597,000 deaths worldwide in 2023. Africa, Kenya shared a huge number of the deaths with 95% of them having occurred in the continent. The report also showed an increase in the cases from the previous […]
‘Ndio barabara itoke Mandera..’ Ruto slams netizens criticizing road project
President William Ruto has slammed Kenyans trolling him online about the 750km Isiolo-Mandera road project. Speaking in Nairobi on Wednesday, the Head of State hit out at online trolls using his pledge to construct a 750km road from Isiolo to Mandera to make memes and videos go viral on social media platforms like TikTok. “I […]
How KEMRI Wellcome Trust is helping Kilifi youth make informed science career choices
With thousands of youth in Kenya’s high schools, the KEMRI-Wellcome Trust is helping students make informed career choices through its Schools Engagement Program (SEP). This initiative involves visiting schools and hosting students at the institution to inspire and guide them toward future careers. Speaking to Baraka FM during the Jukwaa La Utafiti program, Shadrack Baraka […]
Bradley Mtall lands 3 Days Paid Vacation to Coast
Bradley ‘Mtall’ Marogo popularly known as Gen Z Goliath will be visiting the Kenyan Coast for a vacation after a tour company announced the news, promising to mentor and help him take advantage of the recent opportunities. Bradley has been an internet sensation in the country since he was captured during the anti-government demonstrations amusing […]
Octopizzo releases much anticipated album
Kenyan rapper and philanthropist Henry Ohanga popularly known as Octopizzo has dropped his much anticipated album. ‘Kich Ka Liech’, his 8th studio album which was previously scheduled for release on the 8th of August but was postponed due to the anti-government protests (nane nane). The 12 songs album described as a cultural odyssey, incorporates patriotic […]
Empaya to open a free of charge recording studio for music talents
Kenyan-based Congolese musician Empaya is in the final stages of unveiling a recording studio in Mombasa County that will serve artists free of charge. Speaking to Baraka FM on Pozi 254 show, Empaya, Christian Namegabe, said the studio will be open to serious artists with real talent who have not had a chance to record […]