KenyaBuzz Weekly ePaper 27th February – 5th March 2026

A PUBLICATION OF THE NATION MEDIA GROUP

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FEBRUARY 27TH – MARCH 5TH 2026

EXPERIENCES THIS WEEK Escape Room Experience Nairobi: Can You Beat the Pandemic

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hate to be the one to take you back to 2020, a time when the global pandemic took over the world and flipped everything upside down. But I promise you, this time it’s all makeshift and purely for fun. Now that we made it through that difficult season, we can finally use it to entertain ourselves (and maybe even educate future generations a little) without the anxiety attached.

At Escape Room Experience, located on the Ground Floor of the Karen Landmark Building on Karen Brooks Road, Nairobi, they’ve transformed that intense chapter into an immersive escape room challenge called Pandemic.

It’s their easiest level, open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and booking is simple via KenyaBuzz’s Experiences page.

I have to admit, I didn’t expect to enjoy it as much as I did, but it was honestly amazing.

If you’ve never tried an escape room, here’s the gist.

You’re given a storyline, in this case the pandemic, and your team must solve clues one by one to unlock your way

out. Expect padlocks, hidden messages, coded words, and subtle hints sprinkled throughout. Some clues are straightforward. Others are trickier and require teamwork and clever thinking.

Even though Pandemic is labeled the easiest level, it’s far from a walk in the park. You have 60 minutes to escape, and if you get stuck, the game explainers who monitor your progress from outside can send in helpful hints.

For the best experience, they recommend 4 to 10 players per session. The more brains, the better your chances of escaping in time. Feeling adventurous? They also offer Classroom (medium difficulty) and Prison Break (the ultimate challenge) for those ready to level up.

If you love brain teasers and immersive challenges, don’t wait. Book your session at Escape Room Experience now and remember, no spoilers. Let the next team discover the thrill for themselves.

DISCOVER EXPERIENCES 3 Game of Laser at Laser Tag ABC Place

Museum of Illusions

Laser Tag is the coolest party game in Nairobi! Like paintball without the pain and mess!

Enter the wonderful world of illusions where you can truly experience the impossible. Illusions challenge us to see things differently and reveal a lot about how our brain interprets reality.

We invite you to visit us at the Museum of Illusions Nairobi where nothing is quite as it seems. Join us for an intriguing visual, sensory and educational experience!

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Group Tour + Meals Package (Minimum 6 people) Enjoy an immersive tea farm experience featuring a guided tour, exploration of over 20 organically grown herbs, spices, flowers, and trees using all five senses, and hands-on plant propagation with organic compost. Learn about sustainable farming inside the organic greenhouse, harvest tea the Kenyan way, and process your own fresh leaves into orthodox tea to enjoy on-site. The experience also includes freshly brewed herbal teas from the garden served with light snacks.

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EVENTS THIS WEEK Art

Ukumbusho: Nairobi National Museum, until 28th February. Peteros Ndunde examines the physical and metaphysical dimensions of human existence through the lens of everyday Kenyan life.

Travelling Materials: Alliance Française, Nairobi, until 28th February. Through his artworks, Lango symbolically links the exploitation and overexploitation of natural resources and its consequences.

Land, Politics & Ownership: The African Arts Trust, until 28th February. Experience a compelling Addis Ababa exhibition exploring memory, displacement, and urban space through art.

Held High - Held Back: HOF Gallery Kibera, until 8th March. Step into a powerful visual dialogue featuring compelling work by Rasto Cyprian and Fridah Ijai.

Kujituma: Annex Galley, HOF Gallery Kibera, until 8th March. Celebrate the launch of Annex Gallery with a solo exhibition by Dennis Ndegwa (aka Bull).

Story of Another Day: NoBodyOwnsMe Gallery, HOF Gallery Kibera, until 8th March. Experience perspectives that reframe daily life and expand how we document collective memory.

Where Personal Spiritual Identities are Fading: Redhill Art Gallery, until 8th March. Explore Lemek Sompoika’s powerful exhibition on faith, identity, and discarded Bibles.

The African Horizons: Banana Hill Art Gallery, until 10th March. This exhibition invites visitors to explore contemporary African perspectives through an expressive and richly textured artistic vision. 0711 956911 Michael Armitage, Maria Lassnig, and Chelenge Van Rampelberg: Nairobi Contemporary Art Institute, until 5th April. Step into a thoughtprovoking exhibition connecting Nairobi to a global conversation through contemporary art.

Comedy

No Safe Words: Levels Hotel, 27th February, 6.30 pm. Join Nairobi’s funniest comics for uncensored comedy, bold confessions, and live music by 4G Band.

Arnold Saviour: The Westerner: Levels Hotel, 28th February, 7.30 pm. Arnold is bringing his electrifying energy, impressions, and comedy to the Nairobi Laugh Bar stage.

Rich Friends, Poor Family: Suave Kitchen and Social Club, 27th February, 7.30 pm. For the first time in Nairobi, Okello Okello is bringing his comedy stylings to the region’s latest comedy club. 0791 478090

Courses, Lectures & Workshops

Gigs to Growth: Baraza Media Lab, 4th March, 5.30 pm. Creatives are welcome to learn to turn skills into income at an inspiring session with award-winning Mwarv Kirubi. 0720 353102

Dance

Salsa Night: Brew Bistro Rooftop, 3rd March, 6 pm. Step into a night with rhythm and flair and enjoy a fun Salsa night with Dance Factory Kenya.

Havana Poolside: Sarit Expo Centre, 5th March, 6.30 pm. Deepen your salsa through intimate guided sessions focused on technique, connection, and meaningful community.

Expositions

All That’s Left of You: Tribal Gallery, 28th February, 6 pm. A profoundly moving story of Palestinian intergenerational trauma, winner of multiple international awards, and shortlisted for the Oscars 2026. 0713 825250 Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk: Unseen Nairobi, 28th February, 9 pm. The filmmaker connects with Gaza journalist Fatem Hassona, exchanging footage during the war until her death transforms into a memorial.

Seven Resilient Women: Unseen Nairobi, 4th March, 7 pm. Experience powerful stories at this special screening featuring seven fearless short films that celebrate women choosing themselves.

Food & Wine

Mchuzi Mix - The Pitmaster’s Feast: 254 Beer District, 1st March, 2 pm. From smoky, expertly grilled meats to fresh-from-the-fire flavours, this is BBQ done right!

Munch Fest: Ciala Resort Kisumu, 3rd March, 8 pm. The event brings together curated local and international cuisines, letting guests sample diverse flavors and culinary traditions.

Nature

Sagana Gorges and Kiambicho Forest: Kiambicho Forest, 1st March, 6 am. Join a 16KM guided hike through Sagana Gorges with transport, snacks, water, and an achievement badge included. 0791 478090

Nightlife

Behind the Decks: Birdies Bar & Golf, 28th February, 4 pm. Learn to DJ in an intimate guided session, exploring rhythm, flow, and confidence in mixing songs.

Intimate Groove: Two Grapes – Wine & Friends, 28th February, 5 pm. A curated evening experience merging sunset ambience with refined Afro-R&B and soulful selections.

Kids Events Propak East Africa 2026: Sarit Expo Centre, 3rd 5th March. Join 5,500+ professionals shaping the future of packaging, printing & processing in East Africa.

BTEXPO 2026: Rift Valley Sports Club, 5th - 7th March. Step into a dynamic multi-sector trade expo where brands, buyers, and decision-makers meet to spark real business growth.

Fashion & Beauty

Fashion Show: Braeburn Garden Estate Theatre, 28th February, 4 pm. A vibrant fashion show celebrating African heritage, bold design, and community impact.

Festivals & Craft Fairs

Padeltine Showdown: Padel 254, 28th February, 8 am. Get ready for an unmissable one-day women’s and mixed doubles padel showdown!

Pop Up & Chill Handmaker’s Market: Nairobi Arboretum, 1st March, 10 am. Discover new brands, hear the stories behind their goods, and support skilled makers by buying directly from them.

Kilifi Wellness Festival: Salty’s KiteSurf Village, 5th - 8th March. The festival is a welcoming space for all who love art, music, yoga, fitness, discussion, dance, laughter and the ocean.

Film

Seven Winters in Tehran: Unseen Nairobi, 27th February, 7 pm. Reyhaneh Jabbari defends herself from assault, faces death penalty, becoming a symbol of resistance and women’s rights.

Khartoum: Unseen Nairobi, 28th February, 7 pm.

Sudanese filmmakers capture five citizens’ lives amid Khartoum turmoil, blending reality and dreamscapes to tell resilient stories.

MLC Schools Open Day: MLC Schools - Kyuna, 27th February, 1.30 pm. Parents and families can explore the school designed to nurture growth, curiosity, collaboration, and student connection.

Junior Chess Training: Shamba Cafe, 28th February, 10 am. Where strategy meets fun in an exciting tournament that challenges and inspires young chess enthusiasts. 0724 874129 ISEF AFRICA’s International Schools Fair: The Hub Karen, February 28th - 1st March, 8 am.

Meet top local and international schools and get expert guidance to support your child’s education journey.

Art Classes for Kids: Shamba Cafe, February 28th - 1st March, 10.30 am. The classes offer a hands-on painting experience that helps children express themselves through art. 0748 717232 Pungulu Party: Ngong Racecourse and Golf Park, 1st March, 11 am. This joyful family experience invites children and parents to sing, dance, create, and explore songs inspired by Kenya’s forests.

Amuse Kenya Mid-Term Camp: Karura Forest, until 6th March. Trade screens for sunshine as your child explores the outdoors, playing, learning, making friends, and discovering nature. 0114 705763

Music

Braeburn Symphony of Schools: Braeburn Garden Estate Theatre, 27th February, 5.30 pm. Join for an inaugural musical celebration, showcasing the achievements of Primary/Prep musicians across the Braeburn Group.

Let’s Go Country: Shamba Cafe, 27th February, 6 pm. Kick off your weekend with an evening of authentic country music vibes, hosted by Sir Elvis & The Caravan Band! 0740 345168 The Verse 2.0: Woodcreek School, February 28th - 1st March, 3.30 pm. This is a family-friendly, professionally produced concert designed to celebrate African culture, creativity, and the joy of live music.

Polyjamorous 2026: Sanctuary Farm, February 28th - 1st March. Dance, relax, and connect with live performances from Dagoz Nomadz, Narwhal Effect, Meh Culpa, Sukuma Whiskey, UltraPanda, and more. 0722 761940 Creatives Unwind: John Michuki Memorial Park, 28th February, 12 pm. A creative gathering bringing together musicians, artists, and thinkers to create, connect, and recharge in nature.

FRGMNTS: Kenya National Theatre, 28th February, 6 pm. Experience a jazz-fusion theatrical journey from grief to wholeness, rising powerfully through heart, soul, and whole.

A Night With Gilad: Suave Kitchen and Social Club, 28th February, 7.30 pm. Enjoy originals like Unajua and Sema Milele, and get an exclusive first listen to his upcoming album. 0791 478090 Labdi Live in Concert: Weal House, 5th March, 6.30 pm. Enter an intimate world of sound and story as Labdi brings her voice, Orutu, and living Kenyan sound to life.

The Afro State 2.0: KODA, 28th February, 6 pm.

The event blends DJ sets, live performances, popups, fashion showcases, and community stories into an unforgettable night. 0719 161194 Open House Sundays: Two Grapes Wine and Friends, 1st March, 12 pm. From the deep grooves of Jozi to the heart of Kilimani, this is the Sunday plan you didn’t know you needed.

Millennials Hangout: Wine Tails Brand, 1st March, 2 pm. Get ready for a nostalgic night with Alvin Dubb, great music, nyama choma, and signature cocktails.

Special Events

Pitch, Please -This One’s for the Single Ones: Kahoffee House, 27th February, 5 pm. Step into a playful night of real connections, games, laughter, drinks, and unforgettable chemistry. 0791 478090

Sports

Nightmare in Nairobi 2 (Boxing): Masshouse, 27th February, 6 pm. Join one of the first fight nights of the year, featuring live boxing action, local and international fighters, and entertainment.

Coffee Run 2026: Spring Valley Coffee, Lavington, 28th February, 7 am. Expect rolling terrain, the aroma of rich coffee at the finish, and a space where movement and meaning come together.

0739 842420 Guinness Matchday (Football): Bar Next Door, Kiambu Rd and Konqa Bar, 1st March, 6 am.

Football enthusiasts will gather for a high-stakes double-header that could decide the fate of the 2025/26 Premier League.

Theatre & Stage

Badlands Ndio Mtaa: Kenya National Theatre Cheche Gallery, 27th - 28th February. Experience a powerful multimedia journey of survival, resilience, and coming-of-age in Korogocho’s unforgiving reality.

Eat that Frog: Alliance Française, Nairobi, until 28th February. Laugh out loud as Peter’s single lie spirals into chaos in this hilarious two-act domestic farce. 0722 745541

Yoga, Wellness & Meditation

Sufi Trance: Chez Mahmadi, 1st March, 5.45 pm.

Step into the timeless current of Sufi chants, where breath turns to remembrance and sound melts into surrender.

MOVIES

Scream 7

How to Make a Killing

Stray Kids: The dominATE Experience

The Kerala Story 2

When a new Ghostface killer terrorizes Sidney Prescott’s town, her darkest fears come true as her daughter becomes the next target.

Disowned at birth by his obscenely wealthy family, a blue-collar will stop at nothing to reclaim his inheritance, no matter who stands in his way.

Capturing Stray Kids’ sold-out Los Angeles SoFi Stadium shows, this film mixes thrilling concert footage with exclusive behind-the-scenes moments.

Three young women defy tradition for love, only to face control, silence, and a powerful struggle to reclaim freedom again and survive it.

Genre: Horror, Mystery Cast: Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, Isabel May

Genre: Comedy, Drama, Thriller Cast: Glen Powell, Margaret Qualley, Jessica Henwick

Genre: Documentary, Music Cast: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Seo Changbin

Genre: Hindi, Drama Cast: Ulka Gupta, Aishwarya Ojha, Aditi Bhatia

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Wuthering Heights

Crime 101

GOAT

Avatar: Fire and Ash

A passionate love story on the Yorkshire moors, following Heathcliff and Catherine’s intense, destructive, and unforgettable relationship.

An elusive thief targets his final score, crossing paths with a disillusioned broker, while a detective pursues their multi-million-dollar heist.

A small goat with big dreams gets a once-in-a-lifetime chance to play Roarball, a high-intensity, co-ed, fullcontact sport.

After Neteyam’s death, Jake and Neytiri’s family grieves, confronts the Ash People led by Varang, and faces Pandora’s conflict.

Genre: Drama, Romance Cast: Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi, Hong Chau

Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Halle Berry

Genre: Animation, Action, Comedy Cast: Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Nick Kroll

Genre: Adventure, Sci-Fi, Action Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney

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