Take note there is an imposter in town this time impersonating Citizen TV’s Julie Gichuru on Facebook. The imposter is alleged to be promising fans jobs for money. Apparently Julie has learnt of the ongoing scam and some people have fallen prey to the scams and even sent money to the yet to be exposed imposter. Today on her Facebook page Julie wrote...
Yesterday witnessed another trending twitter hash tag, #TheNairobiWoman. Kenyans on Twitter, or #KOT as they are commonly known , united to give what turned out to be the most hilarious compilation of traits of Nairobi women. The following are the best of those tweets. #TheNairobiWoman handbag ni kubwa hadi ina search button.” ~> \_ #TheNairobiWoman...
Football has dominated social media discussions this week. First was the very controversial Manchester United win at Stamford Bridge, to the extent that they’ve been awarded new shirt sponsors. Then came Arsenal’s comeback from 4-0 down, and then Chelsea revenged on Manchester United, though they were almost beaten by the latter’s...
Nana Akufo-Addo (@nadaa2012) Leader of the New Patriotic party and presidential candidate in Ghana. 1,640 tweets 35 following 6,132 followersThe opposition leader is hoping social media can propel him to victory in forthcoming elections. One of numerous recent tweets declared: “In #48days, we will go to...
Majority of Kenyans increase their activities in social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter when under the influence of alcohol, a new survey shows. The survey by mobile advertising network, InMobi Africa, reveals that majority of Kenyans consumers turn to their mobile phones to post updates on the social media. According to the study, 78...
Identity Thief Arrested Citizen TV’s news anchor Kirigo Ng’arua has been the latest victim of social media identity theft. David Kitheka Mutua, an IT specialist from Kangundo , had set up a Facebook page with the anchor’s details, and was using it to ask for money from fans. Kitheka was yesterday arrested by police following days...
“I have decided that I want to be the first Inspector General of police. I am offering my candidature..” Alai Yesterday, controversial blogger Robert Alai surprised friends and foes when he announced his intention to offer his candidature for the post of Police Inspector General; the first in Kenya. This was his tweet. I have decided that...
Ongeri Attacks Robert Alai And Anyone Calling Them Mpigs Last week, Foreign Affairs minister Sam Ongeri joined Twitter. He has quickly found his way around and is already ruffling shoulders here and there. In just a few days of being on the second most popular social network, Ongeri’s account is promising to be an action filled one. He has...
Sossion Tosha.. Wilson Sossion, the chairman of the Kenyan National Union of Teachers, is still basking in the glory of the teachers pay rise. Sossion, who took the front seat after KNUT Secretary General, David Okuta fell ill just before the teachers downed their tools, stayed put even after the government threatened to sack the striking teachers...
Vie Baby Vie.. When Miguna Miguna made the shocking announcement that he will be vying for Nairobi Governor seat, Kenyans took to social media to express their shock. The tweets and status updates soon became ridicule and most of them were funny to read. Here is a collection of some of the best. Miguna Miguna takes on Nairobi Nairobi Miguna...
Disappointment For The ‘Campus Divas’ After Facebook Inc. Deletes Their Brothel. Facebook finally acted on the notorious Campus Divas For Rich Men, after it deleted the page towards the end of last week. From humble beginnings, the page had grown to become one of the most liked Facebook pages in Kenya, including its record 50,000 new...
This week, social media witnessed reduced activity despite the multiple crisis in our country at the moment. Unlike other weeks, Photoshop was not put into practice much. However, there were still a few very hilarious pictures doing rounds and the following are some of them. Sure you’re drawing whats on paper? Why the...
Kenya’s Overlooked King of Facebook Social media accounts and specifically Facebook and Twitter have become a must have for everyone. They are especially important to politicians and public personalities. Politicians use them to communicate with youthful voters and at times take questions and suggestions. Uhuru Kenyatta has often used his official...
Kenyans Raise Funds For Congestina Achieng Kenyans expressed shock after Congestina Achieng’s story was aired on Kiss TV. The former female boxer, known for her achievements in the ring appeared to have lost her mind and not even a single sentence from her made sense. If you missed that story, you can read it here. Congestina is currently...
3,000 Likes At The Beginning of The Week.. 45,000 Likes At The End of The Week. For the last one week, one Facebook page has been on everyone’s lips and probably Facebook’s timeline. ‘Campus Divas For Rich Men’ Facebook page has generated so much interest, especially after it was given special coverage by Shaffie Weru and...