KenyaBuzz ePaper 20th September - 26th September

A PUBLICATION OF THE NATION MEDIA GROUP

@KENYABUZZ

20TH – 26TH SEPTEMBER 2024

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EVENTS

Art

Salsa Night: Brew Bistro Rooftop, 24th September, 6.30 pm. Feel the rhythm, catch the groove, and dance the night away! 0726 148780

Expositions

Food & Wine

Sunday Breeze and Brunch: Radisson Blu Hotel, 22nd September. Indulge in a sumptuous all-youcan-eat brunch specially prepared by a skilled culinary team.

Fundraisers Bao Box Childhood Cancer Support Run/Walk: Bao Box, 22nd September, 6 am. Challenge yourself with a 5KM, 10KM, or 15KM run/walk while making a difference in the lives of children battling cancer.

Nightlife

Echoes of the Jungle: Nairobi Street Kitchen, 20th September. Get ready for an unforgettable night featuring top DJs and performers!

Funky Friday Night: Tamasha Grill, Hurlingham, 20th September. The ultimate party is going down with DJ Blackrose and Muez the DJ spinning the hottest tracks all night.

Kids Events The Dotting Experience: Bao Box, Nairobi, 21st September, 2 pm. Join for a fun and creative dot art workshop, perfect for both kids and adults!

0790 666455 Crochet Craft Class: Sarit Centre, 21st September, 2 pm. Get ready to stitch up some magic with vibrant, fun-colored yarn in this upcoming crochet class! 0794 957952 Sex and The City VI: Alliance Française, Nairobi, until 22nd September. The artists provide a satirical glimpse of the city’s social realities, deemed immoral by many and accepted by just as many.

We Are Parlour Soldiers: One Off Contemporary Gallery, until 22nd September. Prepare to be captivated by a collection of powerful and evocative works by Beatrice Wanjiku.

Watching You, Watching Me: One Off Contemporary Gallery, until 22nd September.

Explore the stunning works of Talitha Purinegri at her upcoming photographic exhibition.

Visions of Time: Africa Nomads Art Space, until 23rd September. Explore a collection that intertwines the essence of time with artistic brilliance.

Shifting Identities of Africa: Nairobi National Museum, until 29th September. Explore how cultures and lives in Africa are changing through this exhibition.

Feast of Art: Village Market, New Wing, until 16th October. This exhibition showcases iconic masterpieces that have shaped the artistic landscape of East Africa for over six decades.

Unstable Worlds: Circle Art Gallery, until 19th October. Experience paintings that celebrate the feminine and emotional, enriched by Abdelrassoul’s unique blend of surrealism and personal narrative. 0790 289991 Years of Service: HOF Gallery, Kibera, until 9th November. Discover art with purpose and be part of the conversation on sustainability and creativity.

Courses, Lectures & Workshops

The Future of Business with AI: Westlands Banquet Centre, 20th September, 8 am. The workshop aims to equip attendees with practical AI applications for smarter business decisions.

The Advanced Masterclass for Executive Assistants: Sarova Stanley Hotel, 20th September, 9 am. This dynamic training course will help you see yourself and your office management role from a fresh new perspective. 0724 566088 Africa Fintech Forum: Glee hotel, Nairobi , 24th - 25th September. Don’t miss out on the forum leading Africa into the next era of Fintech and economic advancement!

Dance

Latin Fusion Nights: The Alchemist, 23rd September, 6 pm. Spice up your Mondays with a fusion of rhythm and dance.

Africa E-Mobility Week: The Waterfront Karen, 21st September. Be among the first to test drive the latest electric vehicles and experience the future of transport. events@africaema.org Cyberweek 2024 In Nairobi: University of Nairobi, 23rd - 27th September. Explore the latest advancements in cybersecurity artificial intelligence blockchain data analytics and much more.

Africa Traveltech Summit & Expo: Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport, 24th - 25th September.

This event promises to be a groundbreaking experience for professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts in the travel and technology sectors.

Compack Kenya 2024: KICC, 25th - 27th September. This is the largest packaging event in Kenya, showcasing the latest packaging technologies, materials, and machinery from around the world.

Festivals & Craft Fairs

The Big Me Career Learning Fair: Moi International Sports Centre, 21st September, 8 am.

This is an unforgettable, hands-on experience for kids to explore their dream careers and ignite their imagination. 0700 653153 Asif Chaudry Junior Squash Tournament: Parklands Sports Club, 21st September, 9 am.

Offer your little one a chance to shine on the court and compete against the top juniors from the region! 0757 483664 Kitabu Fest: Sarit Centre, 21st September, 2 pm.

It’s going to be a fun-filled afternoon at the Kids Corner, with Lydia Matioli, author of Pendo’s Power!

Mini Mornings (The Snail and the Whale): UNSEEN Nairobi, 22nd September, 10 am.

Accompany your little ones on a cinematic adventure and enjoy free screening for adults!

Kids Activities: NOIR Gallery, 22nd September, 11 am. Join for a day filled with laughter, creativity, and adventure for the kids. 0713 286254 Cowboys and Cowgirls Kids Painting: Junction Mall, 22nd September. It’s a day packed with fun, creative painting, thrilling games, and mouth watering treats!

Music

Nairobi Street Coffee Festival: Aga Khan Walk Nairobi, 20th - 21st September. Immerse yourself in the rich aromas and flavours of locally brewed coffee and enjoy a variety of coffee related activities. 0724 553437 Macondo Literary Festival 2024: Kenya National Centre, 20th - 22nd September. This festival brings together authors from Africa’s, Arab, English, French and Portuguese writing language zones in conversation with writers from the Indian Ocean worlds. 0791 478090

Film

48 Hour Film Project Nairobi: UNSEEN Nairobi, 20th - 23rd September. Unleash your creativity, level up your filmmaking skills, and join an awesome community of storytellers.

Maputo Nakuzandza: UNSEEN Nairobi, 25th September, 7 pm. At dawn in Maputo, the radio station interrupts the airwaves with startling news that a bride has disappeared.

Juiced Film Fest: UNSEEN Nairobi, 25th - 29th September. Get ready for a thrilling showcase of creativity and cinematic brilliance, featuring “The Kids Are Alright.”

FilmAid Kenya FilmFestival 2024: Dadaab and Kakuma Refugee Camp, until 26th September.

Featuring a diverse range of films, this festival stands as a testament to unity, perseverance, and the transformative power of storytelling.

Rebels: UNSEEN Nairobi, until 30th September, 7 pm. This is an international festival featuring short films from East Africa, the Middle East and Europe.

Captain Morgan Spice Takeover: Ridgeways Gardens, 21st September, 2 pm. The event will feature thrilling performances from talented artists, DJs, and MCs including Mejja, Maandy, YBW Smith and Jaysoul Highpitch.

Marimba Tribe: The Alchemist, 21st September, 8 pm. Don’t miss out on this epic night of Afro house beats headlined by South Africa’s very own Kususa.

Sports

It’s Game Day (Rugby): RFUEA Grounds, 20th September, 3 pm. The Kenya Lionesses will take on the Madagascar Women in a thrilling test match.

Theatre & Stage

Acoustics & Beats Femme Fusion: Ballpoint Social Club, 21st September, 7 pm. Get ready to vibe at a night where Kenya’s queens of music take centre stage! 0790 980494 Rhumba Live: Sarit Centre, 21st September, 7 pm.

Let Rhumba Japani, Queen of Rhumba, Freshly Mwamburi, and more take you on a journey through vibrant beats and timeless melodies.

Folk Fusion - Legends Edition: Paradise Gardens, 21st September, 7 pm. Get ready to experience the magic of culture, music, unforgettable performances, and legendary vibes.

Country Night: K1 Klub House, 24th September, 7.30 pm. Saddle up for a boot-stomping good time and celebrate the very best of country music!

Nature

Protecting our Shores: Karura Forest, 21st September, 7.30 am. Join for a run to learn about the power of mangrove forests and how they protect our shores.

Vafa Naraghi Comedy Showcase: Levels Hotel, 20th - 21st September, 7.30 pm. Straight out of Iran to Kenya, he’s bringing the laughs to Chemichemi with his show, New Money.

Repeat After Me: Alliance Française, Nairobi, 20th - 22nd September, 6 pm. Join us for an unforgettable performance filled with laughter, emotions, and captivating stories! 0757 683742 Drums: Eugenia Park, 21st September, 2.30 pm.

Don’t miss this powerful, emotionally charged play that tackles the raw realities of war, family, and the struggle to find peace. 0791 478090

Yoga, Wellness & Meditation

Kanga Yoga: Kanga Studio, 20th September, 9 am. Join for an invigorating practice that combines music, gravity, and breath to help you rediscover balance in both body and mind. 0759 956291 3rd Mental Wellness and Counselling Conference: Radisson Blu Hotel, 20th September, 9 am. Network with peers and learn effective strategies to help break the stigma surrounding workplace mental wellness.

Wellness Open Day: Chez Mahmadi, 22nd September, 10 am. This session provides a safe space for you to nurture your mind, body, and spirit through creative art therapy. 0784 490269 Meditation with Sneha Shah: Kanga Studio, 23rd September, 6 pm. Join for a profound meditation session focused on understanding and learning from the challenges life presents. 0759 956291

DAILY NATION FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

MOVIES

The Wild Robot

The Forge

Despicable Me 4

Ardaas Sarbat De Bhalle Di

Following a shipwreck, Roz, an intelligent robot, befriends the island’s animals and nurtures an orphaned baby goose to survive.

After graduating from high school without any plans for the future, Isaiah receives a push to start making better life decisions.

As Riley tries to adapt to her teenage years, her old emotions try to adapt to the possibility of being replaced.

A group of diverse pilgrims embarks on a journey, uniting through shared prayers, as personal hopes transform into collective faith.

Genre: Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi Cast: Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, Kit Connor

Genre: Drama, Family Cast: Aspen Kennedy, Cameron Arnett, Karen Abercrombie

Genre: Adventure, Animation, Comedy Cast: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Pierre Coffin

Genre: Drama Cast: Gippy Grewal, Gurpreet Ghuggi, Jasmin Bhasin

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It Ends With Us

Inside Out 2

The Crow

Yudhra

A chance meeting with a neurosurgeon sparks a connection but Lily begins to see sides of him that remind her of her parents’ relationship.

As Riley tries to adapt to her teenage years, her old emotions try to adapt to the possibility of being replaced.

Given a chance to save the love of his life, Eric must sacrifice himself and traverse the worlds of the living and the dead, seeking revenge.

A man struggling with anger issues is determined to bring down a powerful drug syndicate, but his personal demons threaten to derail him.

Genre: Drama, Romance Cast: Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, Jenny Slate

Genre: Adventure, Animation, Comedy Cast: Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, Kensington Tallman

Genre: Action, Crime, Horror Cast: Bill Skarsgård, FKA Twigs, Danny Huston

Genre: Action, Thriller Cast: Raghav Juyal, Malavika Mohanan, Siddhant Chaturvedi

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