Author archive: Mark Namaswa
Walking down Memory Lane: Our Historically Creepy Augusts
Thank God it’s September. August has a dark reputation in Kenya, those that have lived long enough can bear witness. This year’s didn’t claim politicians as expected but the JKIA inferno and lately the City to City bus carnage proved that August is still as ghastly as ever.
DetailsNEST Radio goes Live on 24-Hour Streaming
NEST Radio has come up with a way of letting you catch up with the past, at least in musical terms. You can now turn back time to the days of growing up with classic yester year hits. What’s more, NEST Radio streams online on a round-the-clock basis. Find out here…
DetailsCreativity Carnival in Nairobi’s CBD as International Youth Day is marked
If you thought street carnivals were the preserve of South America and Europe, watch this space. Nairobi’s art and cultural scene is quickly catching up with rest of the world. Find out what happened when visual arts, performed arts, and music fused during the International Youth Day marked in Nairobi’s CBD…
DetailsExecutive Chef Tony Chaudry, Tree House Cafe and Steakhouse
Tree House is one of Nairobi’s hotspots which UP decided to profile for the August issue. Here is what the Executive Chef of the Cafe and Steakhouse had to say.
DetailsChurchill, Sauti Sol & Faiba Win at Inaugural Social Media (SOMA) Awards
The inaugural OLX Social Media Awards got off to a good start at the Laico Regency last Friday. What became apparent is that social media activity is increasingly playing a huge part of the online future in business, entertainment and even governance. Read on and meet some online gurus in Kenya who were feted during the awards.
DetailsKwani? Open Mic August 2013 Edition: H_ART the Band Unleashed
In its eighth year since inception, Kwani? Open Mic event has showcased the immense creative talent in poetry, spoken word and lyrical power in Nairobi. H_ART the Band belong to this massive talent bank and headline the August 2013 edition. Take a glimpse at their prowess and bio here….
DetailsAbsolut Blank Competition: One on One with artist Sidney Mang’ong’o
The Absolut Blank Art competition is currently ongoing but behind the scenes. Sidney Mang’ong’o is part of the team of artists vying for the top prizes in the competition set up by Absolut Vodka and UP Magazine. He gives us a peek into his art, inspiration and motivation. Take a read here.
DetailsKenya’s Top 6 Filmmakers/Producers to Watch: Tosh Gitonga
David ‘Tosh’ Gitonga has definitely cut a niche for himself and Kenyan film. The highly-lauded Nairobi Half Life film (which he directed) was literally on the lips of every Nairobian and it sounded uncool to confess having not watched it. But Tosh didn’t begin here, he’s done much more. Find out here….
DetailsAbsolut Art at Kuona
Join some of Nairobi’s top artists when they transform vodka bottles into canvas.This art venture has been around the world and now it’s Nairobi’s turn. Find out how to be part of the event.
DetailsKarun and JAB for Aug Live at the Elephant
Live at the Elephant will be a meeting point for hot musical sensations Nairobi has seen in recent times and eager, loyal party people. Find out what fantastic Miss Karun and fabulous Just A Band have in the offing tomorrow.
DetailsExecutive Head Chef Kiran Jethwa, Seven Seafood & Grill, ABC Place
Check out what the Head Chef of Seven Seafood & Grill, Kiran Jethwa, had to say about running his award winning restaurant.
DetailsArtist of the Day: Kevin Oduor
Many people are awestruck by the masterpiece that is the Dedan Kimathi statue on Kimathi Street. Few yet know that the same sculptor is behind the ‘Wanjiku’ sculpture outside the High Court and yet still the ‘Syokimau’ sculpture gracing the Syokimau Railway Station. Meet sculptor Kelvin Oduor…
DetailsHanging on the Rails: A day out on a Matatu reveals what keeps Nairobi moving
Nairobi’s rhythm and heartbeat, no doubt, resonate with the commuter transport system-the matatus. This time round, we inched closer to the drivers and touts and discovered an ordered, intricate, and almost separate identity.
DetailsArtist of the Day: Joel Lukhovi
Joel Lukhovi communicates through clicks, flashes and images. The artist off Kuona Trust’s stable has mastered the art of photography and made it his lifelong passion. Read about him here…
DetailsThe Catchup: Redefining the Image of the Kenyan Artist
Has Kenyan Art Come of Age? What image of the Kenyan Artist come to your mind every time you think of these creative people? Well, join them in an interactive forum and get to know of this brainstorming meet as they look back and see how far Kenyan art has come…
DetailsArtist of the Day: Andrew Njoroge
Our Artist of the Day is Kuona Trust’s Andrew Njoroge. The visual artist knows what it is to stage group shows, make paintings, and still do movies. Read on this and more about the talented artist here…
Details“Politics Sells but Health Matters”, writes Maimouna Jallow
Former BBC journalist Maimouna Jallow and the project coordinator for African Media Initiative’s new pan-African journalism competition, The African Story Challenge; writes for UP’s Journalism Issue Opinion Page.
DetailsChef Du Jour: Chef Andrea Hechler, Moniko’s Garden and Bistro
Moniko’s endeavour to serve healthy, fresh and organic foods. That is reflected in their menu with Spicy Calamari and Salmon Nicoise salads as special standouts. Try out their dishes one of these fine days.
DetailsArtist of the Day: Moses Nyawanda
Moses Nyawanda is a visual fine artist who combines personal experiences, talent, and discovery to bring out colourful art. Find out out more about this artist here…
DetailsArtist of the Day: Dinesh Revankar
Dinesh Revankar is our artist of the day. The talented illustrator/artist’s work has not only been featured across Africa and Asia, but also in our own publications at UP Magazine. Check out part of his portfolio and profile here….
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