Author: Laiza Maketso

British supermodel Naomi Campbell has been named Magical Kenya’s International Tourism Ambassador, the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife  said Tuesday. Tourism CS Najib Balala stated that she will help promote Kenya as an ideal tourism and travel destination to the world. “We welcome the exciting news that Naomi Campbell will advocate for tourism and travel internationally for the magical Kenya brand,” Balala said. https://twitter.com/tunajibu/status/1348926669604663297?s=20 During the meeting Naomi commended the Government of Kenya for the improvement of infrastructure at the Coast including the upgrading of Malindi Airport to International standards adding that this will boost tourism in the region. “I…

Two days after schools reopened, parents remain apprehensive in the entire country regarding their children’s health. Schools in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, have, however, put adequate safety measures in place, such as checking body temperatures at the school gates, erecting points for washing hands, and ensuring both teachers and students wear their facemasks. While visiting various schools, Khusoko has established that most classes remain aerated, desks have spaces between them, and school buses operate at half capacity as advised by the Ministry of Health and Education. Although students seemed overjoyed, parents remain worried. The lack of ablution facilities, power, and water…

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Kenyan fashion designer Iona McCreath of KikoRomeo showcased her latest couture collection at the Arise 30 under 30 show in Lagos, Nigeria. Her collection is named Eripoto, a Maasai word that means protection, represents protection in its different forms; from people’s need for it and how forms of protection have changed over time. Exploring themes of vulnerability through fluid forms and fabrics, Iona’s designs contrasted this with structure and rigidness. The clothes from the collection were made from natural fibers including handwoven ones from Kisumu-based Pendeza Weaving Project.  The cotton had been stencil sprayed by Alfred Shikanga, who also tie-dyed…

Sarova Hotels, one of the largest Hospitality brands in East Africa, has ventured into the restaurant business as part of its expansion and diversification. The chain has opened two restaurants at Urban Eatery in Westlands— Chiso that will focus on Japanese, Malay, Thai, Indonesian and Chinese food and The Kitchen, which will offer Western, African and Indian food. The hotel says it targets foodies who want to experience a luxury culinary experience. “Taking our cuisine brands out of our hotels and making them stand alone restaurants is our latest new development,” said Jimi Kariuki, Sarova managing director. “This has been…

Turkey’s fashion brand, LC Waikiki, has taken up space at the Westside Mall in Nakuru. This becomes the fashion retailers’ 8th store in Kenya, Yesim Mis Kenya Country Manager said.   In June, implemented for the first time in Kenya its own Instagram direct sales model by dressing people in accordance with their style and budget with its mission “Everyone Deserves to Dress Well”. LC Waikiki operates in 47 countries, 307 different cities in 3 continents.  In February, the fashion brand said in Africa it will make entry into Zambia, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Angola and Senegal.