Author archive: Amal Mohamed
The Rise and Rise of Xenophobia in Kenya
Despite laws protecting Kenyan Somalis and Somali immigrants, the xenophobia they continue experience is a cause for concern for human rights organisations and Kenya as a whole. Read on the cost of being Somali here.
DetailsKenya Nights – Beautiful Faces Beautiful Places PRESENTS M.A.N.D.Y.
Top German Production and DJ duo, M.A.N.D.Y. will be in Kenya to rock the house out on 31st May! Here is a sneak peek into the class acts on the decks.
DetailsThe Growing Issue in Little Mogadishu
Vice News in conjunction with UP Magazine bring to you the human side of the Kenyan war on terror. What is really happening on the ground? Take a look at the groundbreaking documentary here.
DetailsTeam Gidrews Clinch the 2014 Heineken Foosball Tournament Title
Foosball has proved to be a hit in Nairobi as shown by the recent Heineken Foosball Tournament. Check out who won the trip to Ibiza here!
DetailsThe Urban Grind Coffee and Grill
The Urban Grind Coffee and Grill is your one stop for a delectable arrray of cuisine regardless of your fancy. From continental to teppanyaki, your taste buds will be in for a treat.
DetailsMosoti Kepha: Carving a Wardrobe of Wooden Clothes
At first glance one would not think that Mosoti Kepha’s works are wooden carvings. The meticulous artist talks to UP Magazine on his craft.
DetailsThe Making of Nairobi Half-Life
Made two years ago, Nairobi Half Life is still causing ripples. In March this year, the film won four awards at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards for the team behind the scenes.
DetailsQ & A with Tosh Gitonga
Nairobi Half Life’s star continues to shine and we caught up with it’s Director, Tosh Gitonga to see what was in store for audiences in the coming months!
DetailsThe Upstairs Back This April
Tonight (April 16th) The UPstairs is happening at Aqua Blu Club & Lounge Bar’s Parking Lot. Here’s why you can’t afford to miss our gig.
DetailsUP Launching Best Mobile Film Award at Pawa 254
Does your mobile phone have a built in hi-resolution camera? Show us your “Nairobi in Motion!” capture portraits of your interactions with the people, places and things that captivate you about Nairobi.
DetailsNikon Africa Widens Lens on African Stories
Eye See Images in partnership with Nikon Africa & Middle East are proud to present “Eye See Africa” Project.
DetailsDentist Chisels the Refugee Race
Edward Chiselhands aka Dan Okero the dentist by day and sculptor by night tells us of the inspiration behing the ‘Refugee Race’ series
DetailsUP’s Start-up Mixer at 88mph (A Review)
The Start-up mixer last Friday featured inspirational panelists who spoke of challenges and advise that could spur even the laid back into action. Read more on their words of wisdom here.
DetailsKeeping UP With #KOT: New Portland Analysis
Nairobi was recorded as the most active city in East Africa and the sixth most active on the continent, with 123,078 tweets.
DetailsTaking Kenyan Fashion to the Global Runway
Blackbird Jeans has become a Kenyan fashion start-up that is taking the world by storm.We caught up with Loky Zee, founder and co-owner of the formidable brand from his residence in the Big Apple
DetailsThe Upstairs Q&A with Singer Fena
As Fena Gitu sets to rock Chester House on May 19th, she reveals among other things, a very funny incident and what fans should look forward to.
DetailsInstant Live Music Downloads With Mdundo at UPStairs Event
You won’t want to miss The Upstairs, March 19th at Chester House.
DetailsNairobians Speak on Matatu Strike
Being caught up in traffic is nothing alien to the Nairobi commuter but on March 5th, the usual traffic problem was compounded by a city-wide Matatu strike. Commuters share their thoughts and experiences on that day.
DetailsKenyan Talent Dominant at Upcoming Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards
Kenya is increasingly proving its fortitude as a powerhouse in the African film industry. Take a look at the Kenyan nominees at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards that is set for Saturday March 8th!
DetailsWriting From the Sidelines of Hope
When you hear the word refugee, what comes to mind? This is the story of a young journalist forced to flee his home country leaving behind everyone and everything he knew. Find out what has kept him writing from the camp of Kakuma.
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