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Nairobi Now is a space where various activities and events taking place in and around Nairobi are posted to create awareness among active seekers about the local arts and culture scene.
This blog is regularly maintained by a core group of administrators and contributors. Reader participation is encouraged in order to make this the most comprehensive source of its kind. However, the administrators reserve the right to remove irrelevant, erroneous and offensive postings as they see fit. Nairobi Now is not a place to post personal journal entries or to advertise private parties and functions. It is also not a place for commercial advertisement of local businesses.
For your convenience, events have been categorized by type. To supplement the contents of the site, we have included links to other relevant websites.
We look forward to receiving your feedback and, of course, any additional event information you may have. Just email them to us at nairobinow [at] gmail.com
Ghandi said, albeit in a different context, that “no culture can live if it attempts to be exclusive.” So keep on enjoying, expanding – and sharing with others – the Nairobi cultural scene.
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Vincenzo Cavallo | April 27, 2007 at 12:54 pm
Great I will do my best to give my contributions because culture is the only field where we can all meet an be and do something that’s what make the difference.
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Dissi Obanda | May 14, 2007 at 8:52 am
I am an 18 year old budding socio-political poet. I have read my poetry numerous times at the Nakumatt Junction Poetry night and recieved excellent reviews from the audience.
Could you consider giving me an opportunity at some of your forums? You sure will not regret.
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George Waweru | May 30, 2007 at 11:01 am
Hi am 17yrs old i am a dancer, i can spin dance and do some acrobats i have never exposed my talent to my fellow youths ill be very happy if you can give me that chance by incorporating me in your forum, am sure i will make you proud thanks.
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Victoria Averill | July 26, 2007 at 12:27 pm
hi ugo…good to meet you at acapulco, was a fun evening. here’s my email address…drop me a line, perhaps we meet for coffee to have a chat if you might need some extra help. i leave kenya in a fortnight to have babushka…so hopefully before then!
see you soon
vic
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Barry | October 15, 2007 at 5:02 am
I am coming to Nairobi for the first time on November 14-15. Are there any concerts (rock, jazz, African, classical) scheduled on either of those dates?
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ken | May 20, 2009 at 8:07 pm
hi there barry!! its upon you .there is always a party going down anyday!! most welcome
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Jenny | October 15, 2007 at 7:12 pm
Hello, we are educators from canada. Our representative is going to take a trip to Nairobi next week, can anyone kindly let me know where to post an event announcement? Thanks in advance! If you have any information, please email me at jenny@windsorwired.org Thank you!
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ken | May 20, 2009 at 8:11 pm
hi there jenny!!! you can log in on facebook and search kenya modeling fraternity.we hold and organize events every end month.but we can always incorporate you anytime.
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Paul Oyier | October 16, 2007 at 5:04 pm
How can we list our productions on your site…and have a link too…
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ugomatic | October 17, 2007 at 3:10 pm
Hi Jenny and Paul –
Please send us information about your events to our email address listed in this page, and we’ll be happy to include it in NairobiNow
Thanks
11.
Bhavin Shah | January 15, 2008 at 8:55 am
Hi
I would like to list our productions and castaway events on your site.
Please advise on how this can be done? We can reciprocate website links on our websites.
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ugomatic | January 26, 2008 at 12:15 pm
Hi Bhavin – it would be great to post about castaway productions and events on NairobiNow. Please send us information about them to our email address: nairobinow [at] gmail.com
We added a link to your website, please add one to ours as well!
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CEL | January 28, 2008 at 4:14 pm
I was to meet one of your band members, when you were in Kenya recently, by the name Joseck or Joseph but circumstances could not allow. Can he kindly send me his email address.
Cel
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daniella | February 2, 2008 at 10:43 pm
ohhhhhh, Kenya, Nairobi the place I was born in…………. I am a model and I work in Milano…as soon as I earn lot o money, I am going back to my country…Kenya I LOVE YOU
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The African | March 31, 2008 at 8:35 pm
This is a good source of entertainment spots for kenya….
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Gladys kioko | April 29, 2008 at 4:05 pm
Hi guys, am keen on performing acts and i believe i have a future in
the world of acting. I have performed on stage before and those were the best days of my life could you please inform me when you do your auditions thanks
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Kevin Gallivan | May 7, 2008 at 7:01 pm
I would like to get in touch somehow with Jimna Kimani. I met him a couple years ago through a friend who is no longer with us. Is there an e-mail address available or Telephone number.
Thank you.
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ege university | May 9, 2008 at 1:44 pm
Hi Galdys, (on 14th comment)
are you a pharmacist?
if so please send me an e-mail…
iron_rose@mynet.com
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Maina King'ori | May 11, 2008 at 7:18 pm
Hello all. I missed the Kenya Burning photo exhibition held this month and im wondering if there will be a repeat…hopefully in a more central part of the city or in another part of the country?
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healthieryou | May 25, 2008 at 2:51 pm
hi Ugo
its always nice to visit you Blog. i did link you Blog to mine which am trying to create after putting into practice the workshop you facilitated us at Molo last year in conjunction with Mr. Muhunyo…
thanx
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Imagine Art After | June 12, 2008 at 2:35 pm
OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS & FILMMAKERS
imagine art after is a multi-stage project for internet, gallery & television curated by Breda Beban that brings together artists and filmmakers who made a home in the UK with those who stayed in their country of origin
For its second edition, imagine art after is looking for artists and filmmakers from the following places, who either live there, or in the UK
Afghanistan | Albania | Algeria | Angola | Bangladesh | Cameroon | China | Colombia | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Eritrea | Ethiopia | Former USSR | Gambia | Ghana | India | Iran | Iraq | Ivory Coast | Jamaica | Kenya | Libya | Nigeria | Pakistan | Palestinian Authority | Romania | Serbia | Sierra Leone | Somalia | Sri Lanka | Sudan | Syria | Turkey | Uganda | Vietnam | Zimbabwe
For more information and an application pack, go to http://www.imagineartafter.net, or email info@imagineartafter.net
DEADLINE 1 JULY 2008
22.
Suwesi Junior | July 16, 2008 at 8:51 am
I am in Daresalaam looking for an old friend photographer used to work for Spacesellers publishers of Executive Magazine his name is ANDREW>NJOROGE
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Suwesi Junior | July 16, 2008 at 8:52 am
Andrew Njoroge my my tel no is 0784379599
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Mwendwa | August 6, 2008 at 3:33 pm
Kindly advise on any acting and singing auditions for us aspiring artists. Love ur site!
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Kahama | August 19, 2008 at 2:12 pm
Dear Dissi Obanda… please get in touch with me in regards to your poetry.. call Klub house marketing and ask for Njambi
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Kahama | August 19, 2008 at 2:18 pm
hi dissi Obanda, please get in touch with klub house marketing and ask for Njambi….
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Splackavellie | August 20, 2008 at 11:57 am
Enlightening community here at nairobinow! Keep up the good job!
Check me out at: http://coroflot.com/chriskirika
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anita | October 13, 2008 at 6:48 am
Dearest one,
My name is anita mbaye I decided to write you due to I have no other
alternative after the sudden death of my beloved parents during the crisis in my country sudan.
I have been in a very big difficulty on how to safeguard the money they laboured for me which is presently in a bank and the amount in question is $3.7millionUSD.
I will explain to you fully and God will always bless you for your help which I know you shall never regret as i am going to take you as my caretaker.I am waiting inpatiently to read from you.
Here is my email ( anitambaye4@yahoo.com )
Yours sincerely
Anita.
29.
Kezzy Moraa | December 5, 2008 at 9:14 pm
Hi,
I am 32 and I would really like to join a women activist group coz I feel I should do something to stop the violence that continues to affect the girl child and the woman in Kenya. Would really appreciate. Thanks
30.
Mwende | December 9, 2008 at 1:35 pm
Hey is there poetry night today at the junction?
31.
Mwende | December 9, 2008 at 1:37 pm
Hey could you please give me dates for poetry night at the junction
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Fazilah Bazari | December 15, 2008 at 1:18 pm
Hi. We have just launched a new website called holistic community Kenya. We are trying to bring all the alternative health workers and holistic services under our website! Also to promote healthy living and thinking. Please visit http://www.holisticommunity.com for more information.
Can you please add our url to your links and give us a little write up! We have added yours to ours, as you will see. Many thanks.
FAZILAH
33.
stellar murumba | December 16, 2008 at 2:04 pm
this is for you Anita on comment 26 – October 13,2008. my e-mail adress is murumbas@yahoo.com. Am 19yrs old and wish to know more from you. Am Kenyan. BYE
34.
Karam | January 12, 2009 at 2:17 am
I was at new years party -year end 2008 at Zen Garden. Many perfect strangers asked me to take their photographs. I am trying to find the email address/phone number of Zen Garden Resturant.
I would like to post the photos.
If anyone can help pls let me know.
Karam
karam410@gmail.com
35.
shivani radia | December 17, 2009 at 4:46 pm
hi Karam – you had emailed me – however i never got to see the pics…please let me know where u posted them?
Thanks
Shivani – Zen Garden
36.
Ash | January 12, 2009 at 2:20 am
Post no 26 is a scam – do not fall for it. If you reply then this person will ask you further money to pay for adminstrative costs
Do not fall for this scam. Report the scam to
abuse@yahoo.com
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Rosaia Ruberto | February 5, 2009 at 11:55 am
Looking for african dance and percussions classes/workshops in Nairobi
38.
Ana | April 3, 2009 at 9:50 pm
Hello: is there a specific events newsletter for Karen, Nairobi. We just moved here so we are trying to find Karen specific events. Thanks for your reponse. Ana
39.
Ida | April 16, 2009 at 4:24 pm
This is a reply to all who are interested in dance classes. i am a dance teacher and since i have both private and public dance classes. private are more expensive. private is cheap coz the bigger the group, the cheaper……people looking for dance classes, reach me at kathurekat@yahoo.com.
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Ida | April 16, 2009 at 4:26 pm
This is a reply to all who are interested in dance classes. i am a dance teacher and since i have both private and public dance classes. private are more expensive. public is cheap coz the bigger the group, the cheaper……people looking for dance classes, reach me at kathurekat@yahoo.com.
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Open Call for Poets | June 3, 2009 at 6:08 pm
Walter Keyombe, an international Kenyan leading contemporary poet and a member of World Poets Society based in Greece is announcing the 1st World Peace Poetry Festival Kenya 2009 under the theme: “Reconcile, Transform, Forgive & Reconnect” to be held from 19th to 20th September, this year at Hope Centre auditorium in Nairobi Kenya.
Poets from all around the world will participate and show case their poetic creativity in a well planned open mic, attend educational lectures and seminars lead by an international spoken word poets Mrs. Dasha Kelly from USA,Poet Koketso Marishane from South Africa and Philo Ikonya from Kenya. All local and international poets will take part in a reading and performing session which will mark the International Peace Day on 21st of September.
”This event is designed to promote professional and amateur poets to educate the society,activists youth,students, leaders, churches and schools on how to achieve peace love and unity within our communities through art and to crash the obstacles facing the world towards stability’’said Keyombe.
Truly, this festival for peace will be a place where poets and other artists will learn and discover their responsibilities and find inspirations for their poems or works, some not getting into limelight or getting published, not to mention some poets will get a chance to win the coveted International Peace Bearer Award for 2009 by the United Minds For Peace Society (UMFPS). The award will be presented by the Society Secretary General and international award winning poet, Mr.Sonnet Mondal form India.
Mr. Keyombe who is the host of this prestigious poetic event is welcoming any individual and organization who would like to sponsor the festival to come on board and do so. There will be a world class entertainment by the Voices of Hope Choir and schools around Nairobi to all the attending poets and their guests.
A selection of distinguished poets and speakers will also be at the event to speak and to address those in attendants, this includes Pastor Charles Macharia and Mr. Benard Litwachi and Susan Mbuthia(Kenya),P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela (INDIA), official members of World Poets Society, World Peace Organization, World Hope International and United Minds For Peace Society (UMFPS) all the participants will be required to pay the festival fee of Ksh500 for early registration, the fee includes snacks and refreshments,tickets to the open mic and seminar room.
The deadline for registration is 30th August. Any one after the date will have to pay Ksh600 and all payments should be sent via Western Onion Money Transfer or Mpesa line 0710442872 .
Register Now and get the chance to meet, shake hands and discuss poetry and peace with the world legendary renowned and award winning academic poets. Win the international recognition for peace. To access more information about the event, contact or email to:
Walter Keyombe
World Hope International Kenya
P.O Box 25062-00603
Nairobi Kenya
Email: walterkeyombe@yahoo.com
Cell phone: +2547104428
http://www.worldpoetssociety.ning.com/profile/WalterKeyombe
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priss | June 30, 2009 at 1:56 pm
Hi. thank yuo for planning this great event. where can I get more info on it?
43.
Naomi | June 4, 2009 at 5:15 pm
Hi. you guyz men mko poa. kindly i would like to model i wona know how to go about it.
wil appreciate.
44.
Naomi | June 4, 2009 at 5:16 pm
Hi. you guyz men mko poa. kindly i would like to model i wona know how to go about it.
wil appreciate.
Thank you.
45.
Bee | June 23, 2009 at 2:12 pm
Hi, I hear Blackstreet and Jagged Edge are performing at the KICC on July 4th, how/where can we get tickets please?
Thanks!
46.
Sonal | June 26, 2009 at 10:04 am
Hi,
I would like to know about all the clothes fairs eg: Bizarre Bazaar,
Ngong that happen in Nairobi.
Where can i get all this info? Please
Thanks.
47.
millie | June 26, 2009 at 2:52 pm
Hi Ugo,
Please write
millie
48.
milton osuma | July 13, 2009 at 10:47 am
Hi
we as new beautician from college what means can we use to exposse our selves instead of sitting in houses and giving up
49.
omondi michael | July 20, 2009 at 1:41 pm
am a gifted instrumentalist especially the drums.any band interested to contact me.
50.
fca kenya | August 4, 2009 at 8:07 pm
FESTIVAL OF CREATIVE ARTS (FCA) presents “Ding Dong”
@ Alliance Francaise on 6th, 8th and 9th (Thu 6th at 6 and 8pm, Sat and Sun at 3, 6, 8pm
Get ready to whet your comedy appetite when Marc Camoletti, writer of Broadway and international hits Boeing, Boeing and Don’t Dress for Dinner, completes his trilogy of high comedy with Ding Dong! After discovering that his wife Jacqueline is having an affair, Bernard decides to take revenge on his wife’s lover Robert, by inviting him to dinner. The catch is that Robert must bring his unwitting wife Juliette to the party to be seduced by Bernard. Fearing a grisly end, Robert complies by hiring high-class hooker Barbara to stand in for his wife. Just as they are about to sit down for dinner the real Juliette turns up and then the fun really begins.
Call 0726-524-124, 020-2025811, 0728-130-134, 0770-064-845, 0733-993-654, 0733-783-485, 0722-715-730 or email: info@fcakenya.com
You can purchase tickets via Mpesa tel 0726-524-124, 0728-130-134 are on sale at Alliance Francaise, Assanand’s Music Shop on Moi Avenue and at Sarit Centre Information desk on ground floor at 500/= (students tickets at 400/=).
51.
patrick omuse | August 10, 2009 at 1:53 pm
Great to have this informative site! I suggest that you also avail this info in print format. I can offer my help in printing and distribution
52.
kanyiva | August 14, 2009 at 9:50 am
if you r interested in radio advertising contact me.thanks looking forward to working with you.
53.
Bernadette | September 4, 2009 at 2:15 pm
Hi all, I am shooting my first short film and need help in any way from funding to actors, transport and logistics. I am hoping to shoot in November so any help will be highly appreciated. My number is +254721749208.
54.
John | September 14, 2009 at 9:59 am
I am john, i as an actor would like join you in your upcoming film. What will be the theme of the film?
55.
palapala b.m. | October 29, 2009 at 11:20 am
need writers?
56.
Anne | September 8, 2009 at 10:18 am
Hi Kanyiva,
Yes i am interested in Radio advertising………..
57.
KENNEDY | September 8, 2009 at 2:27 pm
Hi Bernadette, i am an actor and i can offer my self for you film.
58.
ROZA WANGUI | September 18, 2009 at 5:14 pm
i live in nyeri and would like to start a dancing class for Nyeri residents. please advice
59.
karamvisuals | September 19, 2009 at 10:53 am
You are invited to view my online photo albums.
I am from Kenya based in USA. I was in December
2008 in Kenya and met some good photographers.
Would be interested to see photography works of Kenyans to promote in the west.
60.
karamvisuals | September 19, 2009 at 10:56 am
http://karamvisuals.wordpress.com/
My photoalbums are at the above web blog.
When you click on the links these will take you to
Kodak – You do not need to signup to Kodak to view my photographs – just click on VIEW ALBUM
Enjoy
61.
Bernadette | September 19, 2009 at 11:41 am
Thanks to all of you who have shown interest in helping out in my film. Kindly text me on 0721749208 so that I can meet you and do informal auditions, that is for actors. I am looking for ladies aged 18-22 or who look that age and men between 40-50 and also women between 40-50 or who could pass for that age. Call me to schedule auditions and thank you for the support.
62.
Ignite Poets | September 23, 2009 at 8:52 am
Ignite Poets presents: Two Nations, One Flame will draw attention to
important issues facing Kenyans today.
Funds will be donated to The Hawkers Market Girls Centre(located in
the largest slum of Africa, Kibera), a school that offers vocational
training for girls who are looking for a better way of life.
To find out more about the Centre, visit:
http://www.girlscentre.com/
Venue: Alliance Francaise, Nairobi
Charges: Kshs 300
Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm sharp.
The performance lineup includes:
Njeri Wangari,Maik Kwambo and Grandmaster Masese of Mstari Wa Nne..
Pepe Haze
Walter Keyombe
Muki Garang
The girls of the Hawkers Market Girls Centre
And much more!
All for a worthy cause…
63.
Charity | September 26, 2009 at 3:18 pm
I have a mini van (8 pax) every saturday going to Lake Nakuru National park at Kes. 2000 per person exluding park fee on a full capacity of 8 pax. To register please call us or write to us on info@kenyaholidays.co.ke
64.
Joanne Kenneth | October 16, 2009 at 4:04 pm
Nice findn out bout all that u do,will tell somebody who will notify the next, who will help spread the word……………………………………………………
65.
Joanne Kenneth | October 16, 2009 at 4:09 pm
I do In House Catering Services for people who have visitors but dont wanna get involved in the production process.All you do is to give me the number of people and the food items u want made e.g two starches two proteins……For more information log onto http://www.bigrodeobbq.webs.com and click onto contacts to reach us…’ BIG RODEO BBQ WHY FIX IT YOURSELF,LEAVE IT TO THE PROS………………..US’ !
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Arnold89 | October 23, 2009 at 4:17 am
Well I picked the wrong picture, but my impressions partially match the location. ,
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elizabet aringo | October 25, 2009 at 1:08 pm
am 19 years old and fresh out of high school. i have an amaizing singing voice and i can boast of being a very talented actress.am writting to you for direction to join your production house.i watched one of your plays and ever since wanted to be part of you.could you please help me “,
68.
palapala b.m. | October 29, 2009 at 11:14 am
hey. am 21, noe out of school doing a little writing. can i get a gig?
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shivani radia | December 17, 2009 at 4:51 pm
Celebrate Christmas & New Years @ Zen Garden – Lower Kabete Road – Nairobi!
We are having 2 great parties…all details below – let me know if you would like to book or require more information…
Shivani – Zen Garden
Enjoy a lavish festive feast @ 3500/- only
Eat as much as you want from the Christmas buffet spread
Juices & Sangria
Jazz band playing throughout lunch
Trampolening, Face painting & goodies for the kids!
New Years @ Zen Garden is @ 9000/- per person – all Inclusive:
Lavish spread of Chinese & Thai cuisine
Dim Sum live station
Sushi bar
OPEN BAR from 8pm – 5am (Smirnoff Vodka, Gordons Gin, Famous Grouse, Tequila, soft drinks, beers & wines)
Alcoholic fruit shots from 11pm – 3am
Countdown with DJ GUPZ SAUND
Rock the party after midnight with NAMELESS
Full English breakfast @ 5am