KenyaBuzz ePaper (14th April - 20th April, 2023)

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APRIL 14TH TO 20TH

EVENTS THIS WEEK Art

Creativity Gallery: Nairobi National Museum, April 14th - 7th May. New exhibition of paintings and drawings by James Mutugi, Steve Okuku and Morris Mukundi.

Worlds of East African Coast: Alliance Française, Nairobi, April 17th - 30th. An exhibition of Swahili carved doors, the origins of the ubiquitous leso, contemporary cinema, music and literature.

Sujay Shah’s First Solo Show: Circle Art Gallery, Victoria Square, Riara road, April 19th - 20th May. Join the launch of a new gallery with this first solo show.

0790 289991 Pio Gama Pinto Exhibition: Nairobi Gallery, until 6th May. The exhibition will perfectly complement the close life-long friendship between Murumbi and Pinto.

Chain Muhandi Exhibition: Ethos Café & Restaurant, until 31st May. His paintings not only give you insight into the mind of the artist, but into his childhood and life growing up in Kenya. 0701 000497

Expositions

Kenya Home & Build Expo 2023: Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), until 16th April.

An international trade fair for all home appliances and building machinery.

Kenya Auto & Motor Show: Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), until 16th April. An international trade fair for all auto parts and machinery.

The Access MBA Tour in Nairobi: Fairmont, Norfolk Hotel, 18th April, 4.15 pm. Connect one-on-one with world’s best business schools.

TEMs Africa ICT Expo: The Sarit Expo Centre, April 20th - 21st. The world’s gathering place for all those who thrive on the business of consumer technologies.

Festivals & Craft Fairs My Pet and I Weekend Out: Naivasha Sports Club, April 15th, 8 am. Art gallery, food, drinks, music and so much more.

Art Gallery and Auction and Dogs Day Out: Boffar Residence, April 15th, 9 am. Art and crafts display, food, drinks, body art, board games and so much more.

Karen Kraft Market: Big Smoke Karen, April 16th, 11 am.

A lot of fun family activities and vendors to shop from.

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Film

Campus Events

Africa Jazz New York 2 Nairobi: Shamba Cafe, April 14th, 5 pm. Live jazz with Bill P, Mackinlay, Jack Muguna, Mike Douaire and JO-g. 0740 345168 Halaiki Y’aliye: Meladen City Lounge, Upperill, April 15th, 6 pm. Get ready to enjoy some fun music with Aliye and other exciting performers. 0741 102249 Benga Connect: Alliance Française, Nairobi, April 15th, 7 pm. Celebrate Kenyan art and music with Suraj, Winyo and Polycarp.

Elijah an Oratorio by Felix Mendelssohn: All Saints Cathedral, April 15th - 16th, 7 pm. For those who love classical music.

Tusker Fest: Tamasha Eldoret, April 15th, 5 pm. Main performance by Wakadinali.

Katoi wa Tabaka: Alliance Française, Nairobi, April 19th, 7 pm. His style involves fusing traditional coastal music, especially Mijikenda music with soul and jazz.

Suzume Premier Screening: Anga Diamond Plaza, April 15th, 4 pm. Join fellow anime fans in support of anime in Kenya. 0791 478090 Binti: Alliance Française, Nairobi, April 17th, 6 pm. It highlights the burden of societal pressure placed on four women.

Financial Literacy Thru Play: Hillpark Hotel, April 15th, 8 am. An opportunity to become fluent in the language of personal finance and investing.

New Face of Addictions: Albain Institute, April 15th, 10 am. Parents are welcome to discuss the intricacies of parenting while facing new kinds of addictions. 0713 620911 Building Effective Teams: Radisson Blu Hotel, April 20th, 9 am. Establish ways to build a strong and effective team. 0715 645038

Dance

Lawyers Hub Dance Classes: Lawyers Hub Kenya, 15th April, 8 am. Join and learn some African dance moves, boost your fitness, have fun and relax your mind.

0784 840228 Kizomba Dance Classes: Artcaffe Britam Tower, Upperhill, 6 pm Tuesdays until 28th July. An introductory course for individuals who have little or no experience.

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Kids Events

Art & Craft Workshop: Oshwal Academy Nairobi Nursery, April 15th, 8.30 am. It’s about sharing the way we experience the world. 0722 291833 Little Einsteins Holiday Camp: Lavington Montessori Kindergarten, until 28th April. Fun and engaging STEAM learning for all explorers. +254 729 715 622 Dance Centre April 2023 Workshop: Dance Centre Kenya, until 6th May. Dance, gymnastics & arts and craft.

0705 725369, 0796370937, 0713 930549 Kids Village Camp: The Village Market, April 14th. This engaging camp involves play and educational activities that will ensure your little ones have fun, learn something new, and make new friends! 0790 980494 Amuse Camp: Karura Forest, until April 21st. Engaging activities crafted to enhance the holistic growth of your kids while not compromising on fun. +254 114705763

Birdies, Beats & Booze: Muthaiga Golf Club, April 15th, 4 pm. An unforgettable night of golf, good company and great music.

The Corporate Masters Golf Series: Muthaiga Golf Club, April 15th, 6.30 am. Register and represent your brand. 0720 380733

Fall Back Plan: Alliance Française, Nairobi, April 14th - 16th, various times. An English comedy play by The Crony Production. 0791 478090 The Things We Die For: All Saints Cathedral, April 14th, 5.30 pm. A talent-full open-mic session aimed to take you on a deep journey of introspection. 0723 297025 Laughing Matters: Social 8 Bar & Restaurant, April 14th, 6.30 pm. Standup Comedy showcase returns with another hilarious standup.

The Envelope: Chrisco Central Church, April 15th, 2 pm.

In a city full of dreams and drama lies the mystery of The Envelope.

Conundrum Drum: Sportsman Arms Hotel Nanyuki, April 15th, 3 pm. It’s determined to show how money and material play a very huge role in determining how much regard you will receive. 0757 727030 The Leso: Alliance Française, Nairobi, April 18th, 6.30 pm. A tangible legacy that testifies to the global histories that connected Eastern Africa to the world long before the colonial era.

Yoga, Wellness & Meditation

Fundraisers

Boma Education Run 2023: Kenya High School, 15th April, 6.30 am. Lots of fun and fitness as we keep a girl in school. 0700 306350 Food & Wine A Lovely Iftar Dinner: Cheche Bookshop and Cafe, 14th April, 6.30 pm. An evening filled with delicious food, drinks, and opportunities to learn about Ramadan.

Tea Time with our Tallest Friends: Giraffe Manor, 14th April, 8 am. Share this afternoon tea experience and raise money for important causes.

Ladies’ Breakfast: Sharks Palace Restaurant, 15th April, 9.30 am. A get together to share experiences, learn and support each other on matters dating, wellness, family and so much more.

Sports

Theatre & Stage

Nightlife

KUSOL Alumni Dinner: The Panari Hotel, 15th April, 6 pm. Join fellow KU Law classmates for the reunion. 0711 455013

Courses, Lectures & Workshops

Music

Tribearth Reggae Jam 2023: Tribearth, April 14th, 2 pm. Good company, good vegan delights and some music of course as the café turns 2 years old. 0716 659166 After Work Friday: Kifaru Place, April 14th, 5 pm. Join us this Friday with Dj Elly and Jayranking.

Friday Night Experience: Moran Lounge Nanyuki, April 14th, 5 pm. Friday we shutdown Nanyuki with @ epicthedeejay for a Friday night party.

33 Havens 1st Anniversary: 33 Havens Lounge, April 15th, 2 pm. First year anniversary hosted by Eric Omondi.

Special Events

Mr and Miss Autism Kenya: Sportsview Hotel Kasarani, April 15th, 2 pm. This pageantry is the grandest autism awareness event this April.

Baraza Media & Creators Mixer: Baraza Media Lab, April 19th, 5 pm. An evening of networking with media practitioners and creatives.

Abubakar’s Dream Book Launch and Discussion

by Otieno Ogai: Alliance Française, Nairobi, April 20th, 6.30 pm. This is the tale of the Sultanate of Witu, of the Nabahani dynasty, her Sultans, and subjects.

Kundalini Yoga: Chez Mahmadi, 18th April, 7.30 am.

The exercise focuses more on the spiritual aspect. 0717 685161 Hatha Yoga: Chez Mahmadi, 19th April, 4 pm. This hour of mindful, relaxing yoga will gently awaken every part of your body as you explore yoga asanas. 0717 685161 Meditation Meet: Chez Mahmadi, 19th April, 6 pm.

These classes will help you establish a regular meditation practice and develop clarity, contentment, focus, inner strength, compassion and a deep sense of peace within yourself. 0717 685161

MOVIES THIS WEEK

RENFIELD Renfield, Dracula’s henchman and inmate at the lunatic asylum for decades, longs for a life away from the Count, his various demands, and all of the bloodshed that comes with them.

Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Horror Cast: Nicholas Hoult, Nicolas Cage, Awkwafina

CREED III Adonis has been thriving in both his career and family life, but when a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy resurfaces, the face-off is more than just a fight.

THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE This adventure comedy follows the Super Mario Bros. on their journey through the Mushroom Kingdom.

AIR Follows the history of shoe salesman Sonny Vaccaro, and how he led Nike in its pursuit of the greatest athlete in the history of basketball: Michael Jordan.

Genre: Drama, Action-adventure, Sport Cast: Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson, Jonathan Majors

Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Cast: Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day

Genre: Drama Cast: Matt Damon, Jason Bateman, Ben Affleck

JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 John Wick uncovers a path to defeating The High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances.

GENRE: Action, Crime, Thriller CAST: Keanu Reeves, Donnie Yen, Scott Adkins

THE POPE’S EXORCIST Amorth investigates a young boy’s terrifying possession and ends up uncovering a centuries-old conspiracy the Vatican has desperately tried to keep hidden.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES A charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers embark on an epic quest to retrieve a lost relic, but things go dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people.

GUMRAAH The murder investigation of a young man takes an unexpected turn when the cops discover that the prime suspect has a lookalike.

SUZUME A modern action adventure road story where a 17-year-old girl named Suzume helps a mysterious young man close doors from the other side that are releasing disasters all over Japan.

Genre: Horror Cast: Russell Crowe, Daniel Zovatto, Alex Essoe

Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Cast: Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, RegéJean Page

Genre: Action, Crime, Drama Cast: Mrunal Thakur, Aditya Roy Kapoor, Ronit Roy

Genre: Animation, Adventure, Action Cast: Nanoka Hara, Hokuto Matsumura, Eri Fukatsu

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