Music 2 Oct 2026
KenyanVibe’s October round-up highlights Maandy’s TikTok favourite, now part of her Re EP. Watch the official music video.
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News 4 Oct 2026
Buruburu protests follow viral bullying video
Young people gathered in Buruburu in solidarity with Jahenda after a bullying video circulated online. Citizen Digital reports on the protests and responses.
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Creators 3 Oct 2026
Digital Media Awards: entries close 5 October
Kenya’s creatives have until 5 October at 11:59 PM to submit to the Digital Media Awards, following an extension announced by the organisers.
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Culture 15–25 Oct 2026
NBO Film Festival: cinema across Nairobi
The festival returns from 15–25 October with African stories, fiction, documentaries and community screenings. Explore the official programme and find your next film.
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