ARTISTIC EVENT REFLECTS FASHION ECONOMY

 Click this Link to Watch Video : MITUMBA TRAILER COMING TO KENYA

Its going to be Kenya' s first stage and multimedia presentation of clothes in our Nairobi market.

For three days in October, an artistic performance will be illuminated by international dancers, singers,directors and instrumentalists.

'Mitumba' is a Swahili word meaning -secondhand clothes. The event intends to showcase the massive culture of 'Mitumba"- Being a second hand enterprise in Africa.

According to Kefa Oiro ,Artistic Director of Mitumba Project: " What is given whole heartedly to benefit Africans in Europe and America is hardly thought of as a business venture. Its a shocker for those who donate these items to realise that people profit from dues on various transit levels." he explains.

However, strong implications in African economies constantly realise that inflation peddles upon a non-producing and low-exporting country. The rising demand for 'Mitumba' has turned Kenya among other East African Countries into Second hand economies.

Consequently, local designers, tailors and textile industries have failed to reach their niche market to maximum. The greatest concern leads to a transparent lack of culture and identity in fashion or creativity.

The event first began its tour in Germany and seeks to make Kenya, its first African destination with a lead to Tanzania thereafter.

To participate in the event, watch  trailer link and media for more.

Dr. OFWENEKE RELAXES 'HATERS'

Dr Ofweneke addressing artistes at Ray Talk

Its been a year of comedy growth among Kenyans and this has brought great a lot of dilemma for audiences and enhanced competition.

Kenya's Nigerian accent Dr Ofweneke also has his fair side of haters in the entertainment industry.

For a while, he has experienced persistent hate statements from growing players in the comedy scene. But, the passionate comedian says his competitors should 'bring it on'.

During an artist mentorship program by Ray media, he confessed that upcoming comedians have downplayed his role and threatened to wear him off the industry. " My competitors cant take me down. On the contrary, I encourage them to bring the challenge." Dr. Ofweneke said in a daring tone.

According to the comedian, their actions are posed on ignorance and fail to understand that ones identity is unique in the industry. " You can never compete like revenge with the intention to replace someone. You cannot be Dr. Ofweneke but yourself." he explained.

He continues to hold his title as a Radio presenter at Milele fm and Mc major gigs atleast on a weekly basis

KATA-WAYA ARTISTE TO RELEASE BOOK

Victor Mbuvi far right

Victor Mbuvi  is not just an ecstatic musician but a potential co-publisher to a book he is yet to release.

In the next two months, the artist is set to launch his book titled "When greatness Calls: A life's journal."

This will also create the platform to spread a new music video which features Ambassador, titled 'Nangojea'.

The song has received airplay in stations but the video shoot will take place in August,the theme encourages people to be patient in God's blessings.

According to Mbuvi, he aims to make the launch and set a series of tours in Machakos around September.

For him, music is just another side of his talent but explains that he intends to partner with the local publishing firm that is set to release his book.

" The book is about a series of lessons learned in life and my personal experiences. It should be out by September." he explained joyfully.

MEDIA FIRM COLOURS ARTISTES

Victor Mbuvi, lilian Muli and Gerry Wainaina

At least 150 artists were privileged to go through a mentor-ship session, teaching loopholes of success in the entertainment industry.

Ray media held its 2 nd Edition of talks last weekend, increasing the number of artists who were to benefit in the program.

The forum dubbed as Ray talk, made this time inclusive of Dj’s and radio presenters.

Dr. Ofweneke was the Mc at the event ,which is to take place after every three months.He made humor while reflecting to his growth in the industry from humble beginnings.

Gospel artist Eco Dydda  made a sterling performance  after guest speakers Lilian Muli, Peter Nduati and Sk Blue opened to the audience seated at the Michael Jospeh centre.

Lilian Muli engaged the audience in a one hour session. She advised artists on how to approach image and branding .

The Tv presenter explained that her success in media has been a chase of eight years consistency. While referring to personal rumors in the industry, she warned artists to be careful . “Sometimes it’s your own friends who spill your stories to the public. People must be very careful with friends.”

Peter Nduati gave his inspiring story from rags to riches. He explained strategies of excellence in business.

Sk Blue summarized the talks talking about quality and standard in the industry. “Artists must be very sensitive to packaging and presentation. This separates people from average products.” The next mentorship program is anticipated to be in October this year.

According to Ray Media CEO Rachael Njonge, “The  free event saw guests increase in numbers with support from sponsors."

LILIAN MULI IS NOW SAVED?

Lilian Muli and Dr. Ofweneke at Ray Media event.

An audience was baffled over the weekend to learn that TV presenter Lilian Muli is a newly saved christian.

 The media personality has since gone shy on these assertions which spilled to the public.

However, in a media interview  she confessed to  have a christian background.“ I have been a religious person since my youth . It’s not a new thing for me to go to church.” She said.

This came moments after a comment was aired before a crowd at the Ray talk media event. She was participating in the program as a mentor to artists and youths.

Nevertheless, she admits that the industry has spread enough rumors about her and stopped being surprised. 

She confidently claims that she is secure with nothing to defend herself about. “People want to drag you down.  I have decided to go mute, the Kibaki way when it comes to rumors. I choose to ignore and filter what people say.” She said.

Lilian Muli takes a pose with Cubanotics, artist manager

However, she is also a joyful mother, despite keeping her family away from the public limelight. Word is found out  she  recently celebrated her sons birthday in a lavish party. 


“I celebrated my sons birthday last week. He Josh Munene turned three years old.” She confessed not getting into details on the budget.

What are her words to haters?  “ Thank you haters. You make me survive.” She says.

MR NICE DILEMMA AND ROAD MAP

Granpa records Music Producers Jill and V6 and Granpa records President Refigah (right)

A five year contract between Mr Nice(Lucas Mkenda)  and Granpa records has been terminated.

So far, Mr. Nice has managed to release only one song titled 'Chali wa Kibera' under the record label.

He was accused of harrasing ladies and not cooperating with management through the course of business.

The once celebrated Bongo artiste is also yet to face action for un recovered investments during the business with Granpa Records.

The termination occurs exactly four months after the contract was merged on February 2nd. 

On Wednesday ,Granpa Records President ,Refigah chaired a press conference highligting atleast  four major grounds for elimination.

In a letter dated on 3rd June, the Bongo artiste was accused of breaching the contract by not communicating about a previously signed deal with Tanzanians   recording label Sharaff and Lamar.

The letter further stated that Mr. Nice failed to fulfill a pledge of 10%  earnings to orphaned children in Kenya and Tanzania.

However, the contract signed in February read that 60% of payment goes to the managers and only 40% goes to the artiste.

In addition to his termination the letter read  " ...you are always drunk,miss st studio appointments and portray a negative image of Granpa records.This has led to loss in collaboration to opportunities."

Granpa records is legally consulting on recovering losses made .

Nevertheless, part of the contract stated that if any partners wished to terminate the contract would compensate at least Tsh 50,000,000 (Ksh 3,000,000).

So what next for Mr. Nice as his music is on air and who will win this case? He is yet to respond to several media reports and allegations posed to him.