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Starter
“Starter” Review: Ali Kiba’s EP Is a Nod to Bongo Flava’s Foundational Soundscapes

Starter is crafted to align closely with the Bongo Flava’s original aesthetics, capturing the essence…

Macondo Literary Festival founders at the opening ceremony
Macondo Literary Festival 2024: A Celebration of the History of the Indian Ocean Worlds

The Macondo Literary Festival has become a celebrated cornerstone of East Africa’s literary community, renowned…

Love/Hate Pt. 2
“Love/Hate Pt 2” Review: Xenia Manasseh’s Sophomore Album Is Proof of an Artistic Refinement

On Love/Hate Pt 2, Xenia Manasseh blends themes of love and self, allowing the two…

Sabi Wu
Sabi Wu Is East Africa’s Best Kept Secret

“My sonic identity is not predefined; rather, it evolves as I grow as a musician…

Bongo Flava artistes
Bongo Flava: The Evolution of East Africa’s Soundtrack

Bongo Flava has not only established itself as a genre reflecting the life experiences of…

Kibogo
“Kibogo” Review: Scholastique Mukasonga’s Book Dives Into Rwanda’s Tumultuous History With Christianity

In Kibogo, Scholastique Mukasonga’s brand of satire is prominently displayed. She critiques the social belief…

Purple Doesn't Exist
“Purple Doesn’t Exist” Review: A-Q’s Experience Serves As The Backdrop For A Poetic Prowess

A-Q’s Purple Doesn’t Exist marks his transition from being a proficient emcee to a major…

A cross-section of albums utilising an album rollout
The Power and Essence of Album Rollouts

In the face of the hype created around singles in the internet age, good album…

Mood 4 Life
“Mood 4 Life” Review: Victoria Kimani’s Album Is Just as Beautiful as It Is Layered

Mood 4 Life exemplifies intricate music-making that prioritises hybridisation over a traditional approach to music.…

Mvera
“Mvera” Review: Linah Sande’s Talent is the Conspicuous Selling Point of Daudi Anguka’s Film

Beyond Linah Sande’s brilliant portrayal of Mvera, the rest of the supporting and antagonist characters…