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Media personality, radio presenter, and actor Fareed Khimani return to host the reunion of  The  Real Housewives of Nairobi reality show season 2 which aired its final episode this Friday. Fareed says he is better prepared to host the reunion of The Real Housewives of Nairobi S2, airing in two parts on Showmax on 16 August and 23 August 2024. He promises to be more hard-hitting in addressing all the issues raised by viewers throughout the season. "I remember taking a step back when I felt intimidated in Season 1 but that won’t happen again. I am ready for all the drama from the ladies and I am less lenient this season so viewers can expect that I will be asking all the tough questions," he said. Season 2 of The Real Housewives of Nairobi brought back OGs Dr Catherine Masitsa, Vera Sidika, and Minne Kariuki. They were joined by newcomers competitive body-building athlete Farah Esmail, aesthetics entrepreneur Zena Nyambu and Reja Keji Lada, and the ladies served us drama, opulence, and everything we love, Also Read: Politician awaits court ruling against Real Housewives of Nairobi for featuring wife as reality show ends During the season, battle lines were drawn and the ladies will have the opportunity to address everything at the fiery two-part reunion where hard questions will be asked, friendships will be put to the test and rivalries will be rekindled. We caught up with the man of the moment, Fareed, who will be tasked with getting to the bottom of every single thing that happened this season, holding the ladies accountable, and giving viewers what they want. “Honestly, I didn’t know that I would be asked to come back this season but sitting on the throne once again is such a thrill,” says Fareed. "I think I’m more nervous this time because I know what to expect from the show and the ladies but I come prepared because I consider myself one of the cast members now. I have immersed myself into the show and have become a fly on the wall in the lives of these ladies." The Real Housewives of Nairobi season 1 followed the lives of Susan Kaittany, Vera Sidika, Sonal Maherali, Minne Kariuki, and Lisa Christoffersen.

The controversial, ‘The Real Housewives of Nairobi’ reality show whose producers have been taken to court by a politician, has come to an end with the airing of the last episode of season 2 on Friday this week on Showmax. Media personality, radio presenter, and actor Fareed Khimani will return to host the reunion of The Real Housewives of Nairobi S2, which has been set to air in two parts on 16 August and 23 August 2024. Season 2 of The Real Housewives of Nairobi (RHON) brought back three housewives from season one, Dr Catherine Masitsa, socialite Vera Sidika, and former media personality Minne Kariuki. They were joined by newcomers competitive body-building athlete and corporate lawyer Farah Esmail, aesthetics entrepreneur Zena Nyambu, as well as businesswoman Reja Keji Lada, and the ladies lived up to the billing of the show's fans however without a few disappointments. RHON season 2 comes to an end at the time its producer (s) Young Rich Television associated with TV producer Eugene Mbugua, is currently embroiled in a legal battle with a politician at the High Court. The influential politician is seeking compensation from Young Rich Television and Multichoice- Showmax’s parent company – for filming his wife, who's one the newest housewives, and his children including his matrimonial home in Lavington, Nairobi without his consent. He argues the filming amounted to a breach of their rights and freedom. In the court papers, the influential figure claims his wife and Young Rich Television colluded and began filming matters about their marriage and children at his Nairobi home without his green light. He wants the court to award him compensation against the Kenyan Real Housewives franchise “for the mental anguish brought to my children” and himself during the filming. The politician won round one of the legal battle with the high court barring the producers of the reality show and Showmax from airing his Palacious home in Chalbi Drive Lavington and children as they had intended. Honorable Justice Lawrence Mugambi gave the conservatory orders on May 6th, 2024,  further extending them on June 10th, 2024  until the suit is determined and the ruling entered by the court. Mugambi had set to issue a ruling date on the 17th of this month but the courts didn’t sit following the death of High Court Justice David Majanja. Justice Mugambi is expected to issue fresh dates to all the parties. ​

NTV  has successfully acquired the services of  Michelle Ngele as its newest news anchor. The former K24 news anchor who quietly left KTN News for a new show on the Mediamax-owned station in 2021, reported to work at NTV  Studios on Monday this week. Ngele has been doing production work behind the scenes as she prepares to go live on air next  Monday. Ngele began her TV career in 2015 after emerging as the winner of the KTN News competition show, The Presenter, alongside Jamal Gaddafi. The two were retained by the station where they worked for a couple of years before each left to pursue other interests. "I enjoyed my time at KTN News. They made me who I am today and I am forever grateful. It's a wonderful place to grow," Ngele reflected on her career journey. Her tenure at K24 TV was also marked by a quiet departure, setting the stage for her new role at NTV where she will now fill the void left by Olive Burrows. Burrows left NTV in May to join Citizen TV, replacing Victoria Rubadiri, who moved to CNN. In her farewell bulletin Burrows expressed her deep appreciation for her time at NTV. "This is not goodbye, it is see you later. You guys have been working to see me cry today, I will wait for it to start raining (laughs) then I’ll blame it on the sound," Burrows said after watching colleagues give their goodbye messages. Burrows, who worked at NTV for six years, highlighted the station's role in her career and personal life. "I love you guys. It has been an absolute privilege working here at the Nation Media Group for the last six years. They took a chance on me, and it has paid off, not just careerwise but also the friendships, and we remain comrades in arms because this craft we are in together for the greater good of Kenyans," she said.

Bongo movie actress Jacqueline Wolper now claims that the idea to build a house, which cost her Tsh 500 million (Ksh 24 million), came from her house manager. Speaking in a recent interview with Tanzanian journalists, the popular actress explained: "The idea to build a house came from my housemaid. I used to pay her a salary, and she saved up until one day she came to me and said, 'Sister, thank you for your help. I have built a house through your salary.' That's when it hit me that I could also build a house by saving little by little," Wolper says. She said she then started saving, which enabled her to "build a large, beautiful house which might be worth more than Tsh 500 million, although it's not yet finished," she added. Watch part of Wolper house:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Jackline Wolper (@wolperstylish) The mother of two openly admitted to being estranged from the father of her two children, Rich Mitindo in March. During the launch of Nacharo Ladies Point, Wolper revealed that alleged infidelity had led to the breakdown of their relationship. “Mutual respect between partners is crucial for a happy life,” she said. When questioned about her previous statement regarding forgiving a cheating spouse, Wolper attributed it to being under the influence of alcohol. “I spoke hastily when I mentioned forgiving a cheating spouse while intoxicated. Alcohol isn’t conducive to sound judgment, and I’ve decided to abstain from it,” she clarified. Wolper disclosed receiving reports from fans about Mtindo’s interactions with other women, prompting her to publicly disassociate herself from him. “I want it known that I am not with him, and my reputation should not be linked to Rich Mitindo. Respect should be mutual. Fans should refrain from interfering in our personal affairs,” she added. Wolper requested that her followers avoid reaching out to her regarding Mitindo’s life and whereabouts, pointing out their troubled relationship and his apparent disregard for her feelings. “We may reconcile or part ways altogether, but for now, we’re not on good terms. Please, respect my privacy and refrain from involving me in his affairs,” she concluded. Wolper was initially dating Harmonize.

Two-time Grammy award-winning Reggae legend Burning Spear has confirmed that he will perform in Nairobi on October 12, reassuring his Kenyan fans after weeks of uncertainty. The concert had faced potential cancellation or postponement over the Gen Z protests, causing concern among his followers. The Jamaican star will perform at Uhuru Park as part of his One People Africa tour, which will see him perform in several African countries. In a recent Facebook video, the Jamaican star, known for his hit song "Marcus Garvey," sang and promised that all was well. “Praise Hallelujah,” he sang. Spear added: "Kenya October 12, I man will be there. Nuh worry yuhself. … weh Kenya deh worry bout? October 12 man." This message brought much-needed relief to fans eagerly awaiting his performance. The One People Africa tour will also take Burning Spear to Zimbabwe and South Africa. He is set to perform at the Glamis Arena in Harare on October 18, Emperors Palace (The Park) in Johannesburg on October 19, and Mhundi Wines Farm in Cape Town on October 20. Burning Spear's announcement comes after he addressed his 1.7 million followers on Facebook in late June. While expressing support for his Kenyan “brothers and sisters,” he had voiced concerns about traveling to the East African nation due to ongoing protests against President William Ruto, which had gripped Kenya since the start of June. Fans expressed their excitement and relief on social media following the confirmation. “Greetings African teacher…Kenya we are happy! Karibu Kenya,” wrote Shi Vah. Bonnie Wangara added, ”We can’t wait for you to step foot in Nairobi, Kenya.” James Mbesa echoed these sentiments, saying, “Can’t wait to see you perform live on stage. Welcome again, Grandpa, we love you.” Alvin Stitches: "We thank you for music and teachings, waiting to see you in Nairobi Kenya." Calvin Lee: "This will be a great gift for me, it'll be the same day as my birthday burningspearmusic. Thank you." Tickets range from Ksh 2,500 to Ksh 10,000.

For over a month now, Kenya's Generation Z has been gaining global attention for being a leaderless movement that continues to go up against perceived bad governance by President William Ruto. The youth have influenced older generations who joined in to call out poor leadership, corruption, extrajudicial killings, unemployment, high cost of living, and over-taxation of people who continue to live below the poverty line. Their efforts bore fruit as seen when President Ruto dissolved his Cabinet, reconstituted the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, banned harambees which saw salaried Parliamentarians shell out tens of millions to various highly localized private development projects, ended the budget of the offices of spouses to the President, Deputy President and the Prime Cabinet Secretary as well as drop the controversial Finance Bill 2024 among others. And Gen Z did all these- dressed in their nines. Skinny jeans, ripped jeans, bell bottoms, crop tops, mini skirts, short shorts, sneakers, various styles of bags, and accessories to match. It was a protest to behold as political, social, and fashion statements were made. But dear Gen Z, moving forward, as you prepare to take part in the next maandamano, did you know denim fabric is a poor choice to wear when out protesting for your rights? Here's why... Denim- or Jeans as it is commonly referred to is a very stiff fabric that causes discomfort when a person is overly active and can cause restriction movement. Think of it like this, if you need to run from a tear gas canister shot in your direction, and you are wearing ripped, skinny jeans that often require you to heave it upwards, would you be okay? While you're playing cat-and-mouse games with the anti-riot police, you are overheated and sweating. In this instance, any denim you are wearing will add to your sweating because the fabric is non-breathable. It will not adjust with your body temperatures so you will endure skin irritation and possibly develop skin infections from bacteria and fungi that thrive in such conditions. The rough texture of denim, especially around the armpits, upper arms, waistline, and thighs can cause chafing. This is when the fabric is in constant friction with your skin and you will have abrasions. Is it worth all the self-inflicted injuries to wear denim to Maandamanos then? Also, skinny jeans that lack stretch qualities will probably interfere with your blood flow. The more active you are, your blood flow greatly increases. The blood vessels supplying your muscles with blood widen. If you are in restrictive denim clothing, you are at risk of reducing the oxygen and nutrient delivery to your muscles, increased blood pressure, swelling in certain areas especially the legs and feet, nerve compression, and developing blood clots. The best fabric to wear ahead of the next maandamano is cotton, polyester blends, Merino wool, linen, and Spandex blends. Are we together?

Showmax has released the first trailers for Dark Side of Glory, a true crime documentary series that tells the stories behind shocking cases of murder in the world of sport.  Dark Side of Glory is directed by Arianna Perretta and produced by CMG Productions, who won Best Documentary at the 2023 Broadcast Digital Awards for The Footballer, His Wife and the Crash and were nominated for a 2024 True Crime Award for Football Fraudster.  The first episode, The Durban Axe Murderer: The Rugby Killer, premieres on Showmax on Wednesday, 31 July 2024. The jaw-dropping 76-minute feature documentary follows Joseph Ntshongwana, who played for South Africa at U21 level and for the Blue Bulls between 1998 and 2001. Ten years later, he was arrested for killing four men with an axe and wounding two others. Joseph claimed to be avenging the gang rape and subsequent HIV infection of his daughter - but police found he had no children. "There’s a saying that goes, ‘He couldn’t hurt a fly,’" says his former Blue Bulls teammate, Springbok winger McNeil Hendricks. "It’s hard to believe that Joseph Ntshongwana, as we knew him, had chopped people’s heads off." Other interviews include Captain Rico Naidoo, colonels Jason McGray and Ze-Ev Krein, detective Marius Van Der Looy, former South African Police Service head profiler Dr Gérard Labuschagne, as well as senior state advocate Nadira Moosa, psychiatrist ​​Dr Zuber Moola, rugby journalist Brenden Nel, and key witnesses, among others.  "I felt it was crucial to ensure that the testimonies of the victims and witnesses in The Durban Axe Murderer were heard," says Perretta. "Fikile Mkhwanazi, the partner of murder victim Paulus Hlongwa, sharing her story was particularly powerful." The second episode, Death in the Heartlands, premieres on Showmax on Wednesday, 7 August 2024. The 86-minute feature documentary investigates the murder of three female runners in Kenya in 2021: Edith Muthoni, a day later Agnes Tirop, and six months later Damaris Muthee Mutua. All had allegedly been killed by the men closest to them – their partners or coaches.  Two of the murders happened in the elite-running community of Iten, known as the Home of Champions. Tirop, an Olympian and two-time World Athletic Championship medalist, was found stabbed to death in her home there - soon after clinching a 10,000 m world record in Germany. She would have been a favourite at the upcoming Paris Olympics.  "The culture of elite sport is that we celebrate tunnel vision to pursue our goal. But then we become highly vulnerable," says Yale academic Dr Yetsa Tuakli-Wosornu. Other interviews include Directorate of Criminal Investigation inspector Andolo Munga; coach Joseph Cheromei; Agnes’ family and neighbours; and Olympian Viola Cheptoo Lagat, who co-founded Tirop’s Angels to stand in unity against gender-based violence.  "Death in the Heartlands exposes the harsh challenges young, especially female, athletes face and celebrates the resilience and courage of the women who have organised to challenge the culture and system around elite running in Kenya," says Perretta.  "Dark Side of Glory puts the spotlight on the real voices behind these cases, from the relentless Durban police team that brought Joseph Ntshongwana to justice, to the courageous friends and families of Agnes Tirop, Edith Muthoni, and Damaris Muthee, who exposed the exploitation of female athletes," says Perretta. "These are raw, powerful, and shocking stories."

Police in Nairobi have launched investigations of a University of Nairobi student who was found dead inside a toilet along Kirinyaga Road, Nairobi. The decomposing body of Franklin Ondwari,27, was found hanging on the window of a toilet where he lived with his friend. Police suspect Ondwari committed suicide even as they launch comprehensive investigations into circumstances that led to his demise. The police maintain that the motive of the incident is yet to be established. The deceased was reported missing by his family on July 17, 2024, after leaving his mobile phone on charge. “His friend and roommate reported that he smelt a soul smell coming from the toilet and when he went to check he found the body hanging on a rope,” states a Police report seen by Nairobi News. No suicide note was found at the scene of the incident. Ondwari and his roommate lived on the 20th floor of a residential house along Kirinyaga Road. The body of the deceased has been moved to Nairobi Funeral Home pending autopsy and investigations. In November 2023, another UoN student was found dead after a suspected suicide in Kabete, Nairobi where he stayed alone in one of the hostels at the institution. Police recovered a suicide note that seemed to be bidding farewell to his parents and clan written in his dialect in his room. The body had no visible injuries other than marks around the neck.

Fans of 'Zari' the telenovela by TV couple Lulu Hassan and Rashid Abdalla's d, have a reason to rejoice as the series returns for its second season, starting Monday, July 29, 2024. The new season promises to delve even deeper into the turbulent lives of Nina (played by Sarah Hassan), Lola ( Brenda Wairimu), and their families. Continuing from the dramatic events of the first season, viewers will witness Nina and Lola attempting to mend their toxic relationship and agree to get along. However, this truce is short-lived, and the sisters quickly revert to their old ways, with more betrayal, secrets uncovered, and heightened jealousy. "Season 2 delves deeper into the complexities of sisterhood, betrayal, and the enduring power of family," said Brenda Wairimu, who plays Lola. "The audience will see Lola's development as she deals with grief, bereavement, and an unwavering drive for vengeance. It is a raw and emotional trip that will keep viewers engaged." Sarah Hassan, who plays Nina, added: "The stakes are bigger, the secrets are darker, and the relationships are more intricate. The viewers will be on the edge of their seats as they watch the aftermath of the first season's events and the new challenges that await the Kambarage sisters." Nzola Miranda, Managing Director of MultiChoice Kenya, affirmed the company's commitment to providing exceptional local content. "Since its launch in 2023, Zari has been our number one show, captivating our audiences and surpassing viewership of major events such as the Champions League. This remarkable achievement demonstrates the power of local storytelling and the deep connection our viewers have with Zari's characters and their journeys. We are confident that season two will continue in the same trajectory." The first season of Zari, landed six nominations at the prestigious 2024 Kalasha Film & TV Awards, including Best TV Drama and Best Viewer’s Choice TV Drama. The two leads, Sarah Hassan and Brenda Wairimu were honored with trophies for Best Lead Actress in a TV Drama and Best Supporting Actress in a Drama, respectively, highlighting the show's success and the cast's outstanding performances.

For the better part of Monday, July 23, social media was awash with reports that Boni Mwaitege, a renowned gospel singer from Tanzania, had passed away. Various online platforms claimed that Mwaitege was involved in a tragic road accident, leaving his fans shocked and confused. While some clung to the hope that the news was false, others awaited official communication from his family. In a timely update, the talented gospel musician has broken his silence, addressing the false reports. In a video shared on the Tanzanian blog 5Star NewsTZ, Mwaitege assured his fans that the rumors were unfounded and that he was safe and well. "I have come forward to speak with you about the ongoing rumors that went viral. I have had people try to hurt me and speak false things about me, but this one has forced me to come out and say. I have been ignoring the other things, but death allegations have forced me to come out and speak. My brothers and sisters are watching me, I am healthy and have not been involved in any accident," Mwaitege stated. He further urged his fans to help dispel the misinformation: "It is just fake, and I am praying that you can spread the message that I am alive and kicking. I am yet to know who came up with such false information. I have seen other gospel musicians face the same. I'm going to take action on the matter. The next action will be by the government. I have informed President Samia Suluhu and her government will take action about the matter." His wife also denied the allegation. Speaking to Millard Ayo, she said that her husband had arrived home safe after a journey from Kenya. "Boni Mwaitege ni mzima kabisa ametoka safari kutoka Kenya na amefika nyumbani salama, amepumzika,” (Boni Mwaitege is alive and well, he just returned home from a trip to Kenya, he is fine and resting) she said. Fellow artists also confirmed that Mwaitege was alive and well and wasn’t involved in any accident. “The news all over social media that Boni Mwaitege is dead, is not true. Boni Mwaitege is in good health, he is not dead. I am requesting that you help spread the good news that Boni Mwaitege, the servant of God is not dead, he is alive. I communicated with him on the phone and we exchanged pleasantries. The report that he is dead is not true. He wasn’t involved in any accident and he has no plan of dying now,” the chair of gospel music in Tanzania said. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJt8MsrWZWs

There are many things to celebrate especially if you are Burna Boy, the Nigerian Afro Beat whose music career star continues to shine at the global stages. Among many reasons that Burna credits for his music success is his fourth studio album released in July 2019 the ‘African Giant’ that paved way for his international breakthrough. It’s the album, that launched Burna onto the global platform when it earned him a Grammy nomination thus opening channels for him to penetrate Europe’s world stages where he has been performing in sold-out venues and cashing in millions of dollars in performance fees. To commemorate the 5th anniversary of the album, Burna has teamed up with YouTube Music Nights for a ‘free’ live performance on Friday, as a show of a thank you note to his millions of fans worldwide who have followed his journey. “This album holds a special place in my heart as it represents a pivotal moment in my career and a powerful statement of African pride. Performing these songs for my fans, who have supported me every step of the way, is a reminder of the journey we’ve shared and the cultural impact we’ve made together. I’m grateful to YouTube Music for helping us create this memorable event and to all my fans for their unwavering support. Here’s to many more years of making music that resonates and inspires,’’ Burna says. The show will be livestreamed exclusively on Burna Boy’s YouTube channel, allowing fans worldwide to join the celebration. ‘African Giant’ album is supported by eight singles including ‘On the Low’ which won the Viewer’s Choice Awards at the 2020 Soundcity MVP Awards Festivals. The album received generally favorable reviews from music critics worldwide, with many terming it as ‘cohesive’ and praising Burna for not diluting his Afrobeat sound despite its several foreign collaborations. In 2019 at the All Africa Music Awards, it won, Album of the Year and was nominated for Best World Music Album at the 62nd prestigious Grammy Awards. Burna made history by becoming the first Afro-beat star to sell out a performance at the Madison Square Garden in New York which holds a capacity of 19,500 people as well as at the

Legendary Tanzanian singer Ray C, born Rehema Chalamila who once dominated the entertainment industry has opened up about the reasons behind her career derailment. The singer claims that her exes played a significant role during the peak of her music career. The one-time undisputed queen of Bongo flava ruled the East African music charts in the early 2000s releasing several hits such as ‘Na Wewe Milele’, ‘Mama Ntilie’, ‘Uko Wapi’ to mention a few. "Back then, I was young and surrounded by many people, not knowing who was good or bad. I was young and loved people’s company. My love for socialising was my downfall. My downfall was because of those I kept close to, whether it was my lover or friends. Those I welcomed with open arms are the ones who brought me down," Ray C revealed. The star added that her youthful desire to indulge in everything contributed to her downfall too. "I wasn't someone who would say no. Secondly, I trusted people too easily. If I was told to drink Tequila, there I was. if I was told to drink Malaika shots, there I was, not knowing what was in the drinks. In the end, it caught up with me. I was young, enthusiastic about life, and had money and fame. My downfall was my curiosity and eagerness to know everything. I rushed into things," she explained. Read: Singer Ray C reveals why she moved from Tanzania to France Ray C made remarks feeling indebted to caution Gen Z girls, urging them to be careful about their lifestyles, which she acknowledges are reminiscent of her own past mistakes. "These kids from the 2000s have a lifestyle that brought me down. I see them having the same curiosity and eagerness to know everything that I had," she said. In 2020, the mother of one was sent back to Rehab, Life and Hope Rehabilitation Centre popularly known as ‘Sober House’ in, Dar es Salaam, after being rescued by police while attempting to commit suicide. Her struggle to overcome drug addiction caught the attention of former Tanzanian president Jakaya Magufuli who came to her aid, financing her rehabilitation. At the height of her struggle with drug addiction, she accused her former boyfriend rapper Lord Eyez of introducing her to drugs. Ray C currently leaves overseas having been able to regain her groove back, except for the once flourishing music career.

Bongo flava star chanteuse Phina has come to the defence of top Kenyan singer Otile Brown, who was recently criticised by his peers in the entertainment industry in Kenya and Tanzania for comments he made. Speaking on Obinna TV a month ago, Otile claimed that there were no international artistes in East Africa. “No East African has reached international levels,” he claimed. Although Otile went into great detail in explaining his arguments, his remarks were not taken lightly, with several Tanzanian and Kenyan artists such as Bien Aime, KRG The Don, firing back at him. “It irks me a bit when Otile says that because people are busy building, and I can understand him saying that because he has never ventured beyond. Who is Sofia Nzau to you? Have you never heard of 'Mwaki'. It has 100 million on Spotify and she has been performing abroad, recently she was in South Africa. I have been on tour all year round; I have played in Kenya only once this year and I have played over 20 shows. Otile needs to rethink himself,” Bien fired back when he was hosted on the same show. Also from Tanzania, several stars didn't seem pleased with Otile's remarks, firing back at him, some pointing out that Diamond Platnumz has been privileged to perform on international stages such as Afro Nation. But from where Phina sits, Otile is greatly misunderstood. “Otile Brown is one person with the heart of gold, only that he is always misunderstood because he speaks his mind, he has no filters. But he such a nice guy. He gave me my breakthrough when I was up and coming without a hit. I really wanted to work with him so bad but a lot of musicians discouraged me saying he is such a snob. I insisted on finding that on my own and despite the fact that I was starting out, he did listen to me and gave me a chance he was so accommodating and that’s how we created ‘Super Woman’ that turned out to be my first hit song. He is such a nice guy, only that he is misunderstood,” says Phina whose next song ‘Nipo nyonyo’ went on to be even a much bigger hit. The two stars later on went on to be very close leading to speculations that they were dating.

Kenyan actors will get a chance to interact with Hollywood star Peter Macon when he visits Kenya in September this year. The 'Kingdom of the Planet of Apes' actor will be in Kenya to lead a film and theatre masterclass organised by YORA. The Emmy Award winner portrays Raka in the high-profile science fiction film 'Kingdom of the Planet of Apes', which was released in May this year and has so far grossed $396 million at the box office.Macon has been a professional actor for the past 35 years, and as he prepares to return to Africa for the second time, he says his years as an actor have taught him to take a pragmatic approach to his career. “I have learnt to expect the unexpected which I think is a good thing. It’s good surprise albeit strange when you get called up for roles never knowing quite what type they will be. I think it's kind of just part of my story and my journey,” he says. During his masterclass in Nairobi, Macon is also expected to share knowledge on what it takes to break into Hollywood, and his career journey in Hollywood which he notes hasn’t been easy. Until three years ago, the film star admitted that he had experienced ‘spurt of downtime’ in his career. In a recent interview, the actor who became a hit on Fox’s Sci-fi series ‘The Orville’, says he has found a groove in Hollywood but was quick to admit that it took time to figure out what that was. Commercials, for instance, were a no-go for the imposing Macon, revealing that he was rejected at the auditions 195 times. “Being told no 195 times, you kind of got to listen,” he is quoted. In 2002, Macon won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Voice-Over for narrating the episode ‘John Henry, The Steel Driving Man’

Online skit comedian Njugush, who has recently been commenting on issues of governance and politics, has no plans to enter politics. Njugush, who has been on a rampage criticising the government, appearing on TV programmes for commentary and even imitating politicians accused of bad governance and corruption in his sketches, says that while he is deeply involved in the country's affairs, being a politician is one thing that hasn't crossed his mind. “I don’t think I can be a politician, I don’t think it’s in my place. I am not cut for leadership. Let each person do what they are supposed to. If I am powerful in what I do skits, of which I am, if that’s where I can influence then that’s is the right place for me. I can’t go into leadership because it’s not my thing. And that’s the problem we are having in this country, those people who are not qualified are in those positions,” Njugush says. The comedian recently released a book called 'Whispers from My Childhood', which details his journey as a child growing up.