KenyaBuzz ePaper (28th April - 4th May, 2023)

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APRIL 28TH - 4TH MAY

EVENTS THIS WEEK Art

A Journey through The Blue Nile: Tribal Gallery, 28th April - 14th May, 6 pm. His works intertwine elements of traditional and modern Nubian and Sudanese culture, Islamic faith and reflections of contemporary life.0713 825250 Art Festival Kenya: Barrels and Stools Lounge, 30th April, 2 pm. Celebrating our African culture and heritage through body art, exhibitions and live drawings.

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

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

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

Sujay Shah’s First Solo Show: Circle Art Gallery, Victoria Square, Riara road, until 20th May. Join the launch of the new gallery with this first solo show. 0790 289991 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

Courses, Lectures & Workshops

Sustainability Summit: Signature Auditorium, 29th April, 8 am. The conference will bring together experts, industry leaders, and individuals who are dedicated to addressing the pressing issue of climate change.

Dance

Saahas Dance: Jain Bhavan, 29th - 30th April. A dance musical by Nairobi For Nairobi!

Kizomba Dance Classes: Artcaffe Britam Tower, Upperhill, 6 pm Tuesdays until 28th July. An introductory course for individuals who have little or no experience. 0705 090729

Expositions

Mr and Miss Climate Kenya 2023-2024: KICC, 28th April, 12 pm. An initiative that seeks to advocate for climate action in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 13.

0723 865365 Bungoma Trade Fair 2023: Kenya Medical Training College, Bungoma, 29th April, 9 am. The goal is to create a safe space for Western business communities to interact with potential clients and partners. 0701 447745

CEOs & Founders Breakfast Summit: Villa Rosa Kempinski, 29th, 9 am. This event is your chance to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, share ideas, and gain insights. 0716 586771 Nairobi Security & Conference 2023: The Sarit Expo Centre, 3rd May. Strengthen your security stance with world-leading security solutions at this international event.

Kenya Meat Expo: KICC, 3rd - 5th May. Meat stakeholders will be exhibiting their products and equipment. 0721 403915 Ke Climate Change Summit: KICC, 4th - 5th May. The twoday summit will see stakeholders drawn from all sectors to deliberate on climate change matters in Kenya.

Kenya Cottage Industry Expo-Mombasa: Sote Hub Mombasa, 4th - 6th May. This is a premium annual event that supports home based businesses startups.

Africa Indusmach - Kenya 2023: KICC, 4th - 6th May. International industrial products, equipment & machinery trade exhibition.

Africa Tools & Hardware - Kenya 2023: KICC, 4th - 6th May. A mega industrial exhibition on tools, hardware, materials & machinery and related services.

Autoexpo Africa - Kenya 2023: KICC, 4th - 6th May. International exhibition for automotive, spare parts & accessories.

Festivals & Craft Fairs

Oontz Andromeda: Candy Beach Villa Watamu, 28th 30th April. A camping and rave event in Malindi. 0727 684320 Mombasa Comic Convention: Alliance Française, Mombasa, 28th - 30th April, 10 am. Come dressed up in your favorite characters and stand a chance of getting some cool giveaways. 0724 841052 Nairobi Beer Run: Crafty Chameleon Brewhouse and Restaurant, 29th April, 7 am. Join the first-ever beer run and raise a glass to fitness and fun! 0782 621401 Lodwar Colour Festival: The Champers ParkPlace, 29th April, 10 am. Swimming competition, face painting, color splash, after party, adults & kids play. 0771 846381 Kilimani Street Festival: Rose Avenue, 29th April, 10 am.

Music, food, drinks, shopping, culture, wellness, soccer tournament and fun. 0780 197197 Luo Festival Nairobi Edition 2023: Ngong Racecourse and Golf Park, 29th April, 11 am. A one-day cultural event that seeks to celebrate the Luo culture and lifestyle.

Karnival: SpaceX, 29th April, 12 pm. A night in Las Vegas Nairobi with games and performances.

Party in the Bush 2nd Edition: Vota Ranch, 29th - 30th April, 2 pm. Bring your own mzinga! 0790 383234 Gentleman Live: Carnivore Grounds, 29th April, 9 pm. An annual music and arts festival in Nairobi.

Edokho Ria Basamia2: Nairobi City Stadium, 30th April, 9 am. Featuring live band music from Samia artists, comedy, kids corner, food and drinks. 0722 754105

Fundraisers

Jenga to Jenga: 305 Pacha Gardens, 29th April, 2 pm.

Join for a night of fun and games where all proceeds will go towards the purchase of reusable sanitary towels for high school girls in need.

Food & Wine

Sensory Chocolate and Wine Pairing: Mtwapa Beach, 30th April, 12 pm. Join for sonic seasoning, and discover a whole new world of sensory delights.

Kids Events

Special Events

Photo Fest: Nairobi Arboretum, 28th April, 9 am. A city full of all photoshoot creativity and lots of other fun.

Swap Shop: Mt Kenya Climbing Gym, 29th April, 10 am.

Bring along anything still in good condition that you do not use and swap it with someone else.

The Future is Female: The Arbor Place, 29th April, 10 am.

A well setting for the modern woman to identify herself.

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Sports

International Schools Fair: Village Market, 28th - 30th April. This is a must-attend fair providing parents and children an opportunity to find the best schools in Kenya!

020 7122488 Akili Kids Treasure Hunt: Ngong Racecourse and Golf Park, 29th April, 8 am. Activities for kids and kids at heart (all ages).

Club Kiboko Festival: Ulinzi Sports Complex, 29th April, 9 am. Learn, play and have fun with other kids.

New Parents Open Day: Oshwal Academy Nairobi Primary, 29th April, 10 am. An opportunity for you to visit the school, meet teachers and learn more about the unique programs and facilities. 0725 506510 Under the Moonlight Family Storytelling Night: Karen Village, 29th April, 6.30 pm. Afrikan stories told by Mustoki Mutua the Poet.

Developing Babies Training: Strong Start: Child Development Training, 29th - 6th May. Classes focus on enriching caregivers with early childhood development methods to engage your growing baby. 0717 911583 HPE CodeWars 2023 Code Battle: Virtual, 29th - 6th May. A coding challenge for grade 8-12 students to compete in real-time to solve problems in various topics. https://cdg. al/sbnPN Kids Models Workshop: Mokka Space, 2nd - 5th May. Register your kid for this amazing workshop and expose him or her to the world. 0725 144189

A1 Corporate (soccer) Tournament: Galleria Shopping Mall, 29th April, 11 am. The tournament is the perfect opportunity to score goals and make connections. 0704 587284 Kilimani Street Festival: Corporate 7-Aside Tournament: Kiota School Kindergarten, 29th April, 12 pm. Mark your calendars and prepare to cheer hard for your favorite team. 0780 197197 Great Rift Nakuru 10 Aside: Nakuru Athletics Club, 29th 30th April. The tournament returns following a three-year hiatus with top Kenya Cup and championship clubs expected.

Sunset Corsa East and Southern Africa Edition: Nyahururu Airstrip, 29th - 30th April. The exceptional cosmopolitan championship motorsports event.

Clash Of The Titans - Kenya Vs Uganda: Quiver Lounge, 30th April, 6 pm. African Fighting Championship presents the biggest and best mixed martial arts.

Theatre & Stage

Music

The MoFestival: KICC, 29th April, 5 pm. Featuring some of the best music artists in Kenya.

Let’s Go Country: Kikuyu Railway Station, 29th April, 12 pm. The biggest country music concert with performances by Sir Elvis, Kajei Salim, Jiana.

Saturday Jazz Night: Hotel Waterbuck, 29th April, 3 pm.

Join for an incredible night of live jazz music with the talented Noah. 0720 576611 Hometown Heroes: Muze, 29th April, 9 pm. We close the month with @afu.gram, @leemboya & @enchanmusic taking over with big Electronic beats to shuffle your feet.

Afrolect International: Kenya Wildlife Service Club House, 30th April, 11 am. Join for a day of jazz vibe, jazz funk and jazz acts.

Tawasifu Ya Onkorbs: Bomb Blast Memorial Park, 30th April, 2 pm. A Youtube live recording of an acoustic session of Onkorbs and his friends.

In Between Trance: Alliance Française, Nairobi, 4th May, 7 pm. Discover the energy, power and beauty of Maasai songs and dance.

Nightlife

Hornbill Rongai Playlist: Hornbill Rongai, 28th April, 5 pm.

Good things lined up for you with Dj Delarea and Dj Spike.

Xprso: The Mall, 28th April, 9 pm. Performances, limited merch and all round good vibes on the dance floor.

Monateng: 2 Grapes - Wine & Friends, 29th April, 2 pm.

Get ready to party with our incredibly talented guest DJs, Ziggie and Big Nyagz!

The Groove Junction: La platina gardens & Lounge, 29th April, 4 pm. Good vibes and great music.

L-Boogie: Carnivore Grounds, 30th April, 6 pm. The event is back to bring back the late 80’s and early 90’s memories back to life.

An Open-Mic Of Poetry, Music & Storytelling By Refugees: Samuel Hall East Africa Ltd, 28th April, 3 pm.

A platform for talented artists with lived experiences of migration and displacement to showcase their skills and tell their stories.

Your Highness: National Museums of Kenya, 29th April, 1.30 pm. A poetry concept EP launch where a queen is experiencing different mental states.

The Open Mic: Nairobi National Museum, 30th April, 2 pm.

Performance by Fuse Sulle, a cosmic wordsmith, sketch master, painter and an artist.

Drums of War: Ukumbi Ndogo Kenya National Theatre, 30th April, 3 pm. A story set in pre colonial Kenya that addresses issues including trauma, love and marriage in the most difficult of circumstances. 0711 521690 Kenya National Drama Festival Winners Concert: Kenya National Theatre, 2nd May, 11 am. The concert will feature winning plays, poets, comedians, verses, and dances.

Yoga, Wellness & Meditation

Yin Yoga: Chez Mahmadi, 27th April, 4 pm. Yin Yoga is a slow-paced style of yoga blending traditional Chinese medicine and Taoist principles with asanas (postures).

0717 685161 Restorative Yoga: Chez Mahmadi, 28th April, 10 am. An incredible way of helping the body and mind repair and heal. 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.

POLITE SOCIETY Ria Khan believes that she must save her older sister Lena from her impending marriage. After enlisting her friends’ help, she attempts to pull off the most ambitious of all wedding heists.

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: Action, Comedy Cast: Priya Kansara, Ritu Arya, Renu Brindle

KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC When a goddess of war reincarnates in the body of a young girl, street orphan Seiya discovers that he is destined to protect her and save the world.

GENRE: Action, Adventure, Drama CAST: Sean Bean, Famke Janssen, Madison Iseman

EPIC TAILS Life in Yolcos, a beautiful and prosperous port city in ancient Greece, is peaceful until the population is threatened by the wrath of Poseidon.

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.

KISI KA BHAI KISI KI JAAN The eldest brother refuses to marry since he believes it may create disharmony in his big family. His brothers, who’ve already found partners, come together to find a match for him.

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: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Cast: Kaycie Chase, Christophe Lemoine, Emmanuel Curtil

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

Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama Cast: Salman Khan, Pooja Hegde, Venkatesh Daggubati

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

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