Ali Kiba Confirms Amicable Relationship with Ex-Wife After Divorce

Bongo Flava star Ali Kiba says his relationship with his Kenyan ex-wife is now positive, despite their messy split in 2022. “We finalized our divorce in harmony, and she is happy. There’s no bad blood between us; we’re both in a good place,” he said.

Ali Kiba married Amina Khaleef in April 2018 in a lavish ceremony in Mombasa, followed by a public celebration in Dar es Salaam broadcast on Azam TV. The couple lived together for three years, but constant arguments and claims of disrespect and infidelity strained their marriage.

On January 8, 2021, Amina filed for divorce, requesting Sh200,000 monthly maintenance for their two children. She said the marriage was irretrievably broken. Although Ali Kiba tried to save the union after the filing, the divorce was finalized in 2022.

After the divorce, Amina initially vented frustrations on social media, but the two have since moved on, with Ali Kiba in a new relationship and both parties maintaining an amicable connection.

Pamela Sittoni Returns to Nation Media Group as Public Editor

Pamela Sittoni has been appointed Public Editor at Nation Media Group (NMG), months after leaving the company. The announcement, dated May 15, 2025, confirmed her role effective May 1, 2025, succeeding Peter Mwaura, who retired in December 2024.

In her new position, Sittoni will act as a link between NMG and the public, handling complaints about accuracy, fairness, and ethics across the group’s newspapers, digital platforms, and broadcast stations. She will also monitor compliance with editorial guidelines and Kenya’s Code of Conduct for Journalists, while educating the public on how news is produced.

Sittoni previously served as Group Managing Editor at NMG until June 30, 2024, and made history as the first woman to hold the Executive Editor and Managing Editor roles at the Daily Nation. Her career spans leadership positions at NMG, Standard Media Group, and UNICEF, supported by a master’s degree in New Media, Democracy, and Governance from the University of Leicester, a BA in Anthropology and Literature, and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication from the University of Nairobi.

Blankets & Wine Marks 16 Years With First-Ever UK Show in Bradford

Blankets & Wine is celebrating its 16th anniversary with a major milestone — its first international edition, set to take place in Bradford City, UK. For over a decade, the festival has grown into a leading Pan-African cultural event, known for its vibrant mix of music, food, fashion, art, and community.

The UK show is scheduled for September 6, 2025, at Lister Park, delivered in partnership with the British Council under the UK/Kenya Season 2025. This expansion marks a new chapter for the festival, which began in 2008 with a mission to spotlight African talent and build a strong creative community.

Founder Muthoni The Drummer Queen called the move a dream realized, emphasizing the festival’s role in sharing African culture globally and creating opportunities across the live music scene.

The Bradford edition will feature a specially curated lineup of African artists, with the names set to be revealed at the end of June 2025. Organizers say the event will celebrate African music while strengthening cultural connections. Further details will be announced soon.