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Paparemo Beach, successful end of season

Malindikenya.net service from Watamu

23-04-2025 by redazione

Paparemo Beach has closed its doors in Watamu after a fabulous season to the last, especially...

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KENYA NEWS

Finally, speed cameras arrive in Kenya

Following completion of the pilot phase, installation on major roads will begin shortly.

23-04-2025 by redazione

Kenya is finally ready to install speed cameras on the country's main roads, at least according...

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Pope Francis, 10 years after his visit to Kenya

Bergoglio's remembrance of humanity in Nairobi

22-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

Kenya, like the whole world, mourns the death of Pope...

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NEWS

Goodbye ugali, Kenya grows less maize flour

Other cereals and even spaghetti on the table

22-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

Goodbye "ugali", Kenyans begin to prefer other flours and cereals, and on the tables of the country...

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SOLIDARITY

From Thea's dream to creative prevention in Watamu

The Bonasera family's initiatives for a better Kenya

21-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

From the dream of Thea, an Italian girl who spends her holidays every year in Watamu...

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EDITORIAL

Pasaka mema, the Easter in minor of coastal tourism

Stop charters and fewer local presences, but positive season

20-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

Pasaka mema. Happy Easter, as they say here. But on the Kenyan coast, in the tail end of...

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EDITORIAL

On the Kenyan coast, low Easter was better...

If you have lived great and die well, there is no need for resurrection

20-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

They say that in Kenya one Easter is as good as another, that as always the sun rises at 6:21 am and sets at 6:26 pm, the saints of the weekend are Friday (a Bantu relative) and a certain L. Dell'Angelo.
In Malindi, however...

KENYA NEWS

Illegal kidney transplants in Kenya, international scandal

Patients from Germany and other countries used a shady agency

19-04-2025 by redazione

A serious international scandal has emerged in recent days in Kenya concerning the illegal...

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ITALY-KENYA

Italian courses at the Cultural Institute, both online and in person

Registration is now open, classes begin on 10 May

19-04-2025 by redazione

The Italian Cultural Institute in Nairobi has announced its programme of new Italian...

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ECONOMICS

Kenyan schilling strong against the dollar but weak against the euro

Tariffs, remittances from abroad and imports: what is happening?

18-04-2025 by redazione

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) revealed in recent days that the Kenyan shilling is...

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BIRTHDAY

Pasquale Pes, in an ethernal time for his eighties

Best wishes to a truly unique Italian in Kenya

17-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

Today, Pasquale Pes turns 80.
He is...

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KENYA NEWS

Beaches closed in the evening and more controls in Kenya for Easter

Ordinances for public safety and road safety

17-04-2025 by redazione

The beaches along the Kenyan coast will be closed from 6pm until 6am during...

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INFO AND TIPS

Kenya, transactions at risk due to fake lawyers

The Law Society warning: how to prevent problems

16-04-2025 by redazione

We're not just talking about tourist destinations, like Watamu from the ‘Toblerone told me’ story, but...

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WILDLIFE

More poaching in Kenya, why does it never end?

More seized tusks, an illegal and idiotic market that is still active

15-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

It's incredible that even today, with modern technology that places webcams and microchips in...

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KENYA NEWS

Two Kenyan girls invent an anti-femicide system

Sensors connected to a mobile phone could save many lives

14-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

One of the least pleasant aspects that Kenya and Italy have in common is the spread...

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UNIQUE PLACE

Kirepwe, an exclusive experience in the paradise of Watamu

Restaurant and resort in Mida Creek, combining local tradition and comfort

13-04-2025 by redazione

In Watamu there is a place that is absolutely worth visiting and where you can...

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LIFE IN KENYA

Kenya, life in a world of iron sheets

Thoughts evoked by the book ‘T'immagini l'Africa’

12-04-2025 by redazione

Try to imagine Kenya, not to mention sub-Saharan Africa, without...

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KENYA NEWS

With the rains in Kenya, cholera is on the rise

The government confirms the epidemic that has already caused deaths

11-04-2025 by redazione

With the arrival of the first rains, Kenya faces the usual bogeymen linked not only to weather conditions...

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Linea Verde goes to Kenya, between Nairobi and the coast

Many good Italian things on Saturday 26th April on Rai Uno

10-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

There will be a lot of Kenya in the 26th April episode of the Rai programme Linea Verde. The...

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KENYA NEWS

Kenya, HIV-positive patients and teenage pregnancies up again

Dramatically increasing numbers after USAID cuts

10-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

The situation in Kenya is alarming, and even more so since Donald Trump's American government...

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TENDER

Italy showcases young Kenyan artists

Embassy competition for figurative arts

09-04-2025 by redazione

The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) in Nairobi and the Italian Cultural Institute...

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CONNECTIONS

Because Turkish on Mombasa can also unblock Malindi

Open skies, connections and partnerships on the Kenya-Italy axis

09-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

The news of the release of the flight licence for the Turkish national airline, Turkish Airlines, to fly to...

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ARTIST TRIBUTE

Thank you, Amadou, bard of the soul of a non-country

Farewell to the blind Malian artist of the couple Amadou Mariam

08-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

‘Africa is not a country’ is the title of a very interesting and enjoyable book that...

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OPINIONS

Kenya: what a changeable climate

Weather comments for pathological Italian weather fanatics

08-04-2025 by Michele Senici

All it took was one rainy night to change the world. 
The suffocating...

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FLIGHTS

Turkish Airlines resumes flights to Mombasa

Confirmed rumours of Kenya opening up to new flights

08-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

The policy of open skies to Kenya and in particular to Mombasa, the hub of Kenya's coastal tourism, could...

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VISUAL ART

07-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

The Italian project of an immersive theatrical work, or rather a virtual reality film about the scientist...

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EVENTS

Aperitif for charity on 12th April at Shalom House

Paolo Torchio's images to help the Salama Centre in Kibera

07-04-2025 by redazione

An aperitif at the Shalom House in Nairobi (Daniel Comboni Road), to help the Koinonia ‘Salama Center’ project...

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COOPERATION

Arabika, the success of Italian aid to Kenyan coffee

Three Kenyan farmers talk about the benefits of the project

05-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

In recent weeks, the Arabika project in Kenya has been concluded. This successful initiative of the Italian...

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CONFERENCE

Bedulli in Malindi tells the story of the evolution of man

Tuesday 8th April at the National Museum, free entry

05-04-2025 by redazione

‘The evolution of man, a biological anomaly’ is the title of an interesting conference that will be held...

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KENYA NEWS

04-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

WATAMU EVENTS

Paparemo Beach Watamu, fun until Easter

Beach parties in April with international DJs

04-04-2025 by redazione

It's going to be a smashing April at Paparemo Beach in Watamu: a fun-filled end to the season with...

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SAFARI CAMP

April and special Easter offer at Kiboko River Camp

Relaxation, nature and...excellent Italian cuisine at the gates of Tsavo

04-04-2025 by redazione

An April and Easter at the edge of the savannah and a stone's throw from Watamu and Malindi, not...

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ITALIAN CONSULATE

03-04-2025 by redazione

EDITORIAL

The last hurrahs of ‘long and happy’ Easter in Kenya

No more charters, but still good attendance throughout April

03-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

Easter week in Kenya often puts the coastal tourism-related businesses in an awkward position. In the...

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PLACES

Rosada says goodbye to the Malindi season with the last beach party

The ‘cult’ bar was the driving force behind the excellent tourist season

03-04-2025 by redazione

A top season, with the return of visitors and not only Italian tourism to Malindi and the confirmation of...

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KENYAN BOOKS

The book 'Ti immagini l'Africa' now available in Kenya

How to reserve and receive Freddie and Leni's new publication

02-04-2025 by redazione

After the positive response to the presentations in Italy, with the first run sold out, more copies of the book by...

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KENYA HISTORY

Ten years ago, the terror at the University of Garissa

The Islamist attack claimed the lives of 147 young people

02-04-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

Our memory as reporters in Kenya is also made up of episodes that we would never have wanted to report...

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Caffé and more, the best way to promote Italy in Kenya

The company presented products, services and machines at the Nairobi trade fair

01-04-2025 by redazione

Italian excellence in the world of coffee and related products, which means not only the product...

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KENYA NEWS

Another decisive anti-tobacco crackdown in Kenya

Checks in the premises, designated areas also in the markets

31-03-2025 by redazione

The Kenyan government intends that not only every public place, but also shops and other outdoor...

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INSIDE KENYA

Mitumba, an African way that's not going out of fashion...

Kenya continues to dress in imported second-hand clothes

31-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

‘Clothe the naked’, said the well-known playwright, who perhaps saw a bit of Africa in his...

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EVENTS

Malindi: historic Monday beach party at Rosada

Unique atmosphere between aperitifs and dinner before the disco

31-03-2025 by redazione

The tourist season on the Kenyan coast is in its peak, and the Monday date for dancing barefoot...

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ITALY KENYA

30-03-2025 by redazione

KENYAN RECIPES

30-03-2025 by redazione

SPORT AND SOLIDARITY

Real Malindi, our dream championship is underway

We're off, thanks also to Olimpia, Bahia and Karibuni

29-03-2025 by redazione

The new dream of the street kids on the outskirts of Malindi, the one that makes them study and...

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ENVIRONMENT

Story of crocodile egg collectors in Kenya

A dangerous but legal trade in Tana River

28-03-2025 by Leni Frau

Crocodile egg collecting is becoming a business for those living in the riverine areas of Kenya. Clearly...

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KENYA TREES

The sad and slow fate of Karura Forest

Every day eucalyptus trees are cut down, and baobabs on the coast...

27-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

One of Nairobi's great green treasures, Karura Forest, is in danger of disappearing little by little, piece by piece...

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KENYA TODAY

Eta, cars, aeroplanes... the difficulties of going digital in Kenya

Sites and portals often down, what's going on?

26-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

The many readers who write to us concerned about the malfunction of the etakenya.go.ke...

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PROMOTION

Italian professionalism and services for the hospitality industry in Kenya

Coffee & More with products and machinery at Sarit in Nairobi

25-03-2025 by redazione

There's also the art of making the best Italian-style espresso, with all the latest equipment...

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BOOKS ABOUT AFRICA

Ebony's 25 years, essential reading on Africa

The book by journalist and reporter Kapuscinski is still very relevant today

25-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

The Italian edition of one of the most important books for understanding Africa (even if Africa doesn't...

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RECIPES

Swahili Kebab, the popular dish of kenian coast

Original recipe of the meatballs you find in the local restaurants

23-03-2025 by redazione

Kebab is a word of Arab origin now known throughout the world.
But each country has its own recipe for these meatballs.
Here is the recipe of the Swahili coast, for this very popular dish that is never missing in the hot tables from Lamu to Ukunda.

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OPINIONS

My ‘De orphanatrophiis Kenyae’

Thoughts on kangas, pedagogy and Africa to listen to

22-03-2025 by Michele Senici

I was strolling, or rather trudging, through Mombasa: the heat and noise were...

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PLACES

At Matteo's in Karen, celebrating the lunch break

Fast and dedicated service for those who ‘switch off’ from work

21-03-2025 by redazione

At Matteo's in Karen it's not just the evenings that are celebrated, with dinners...

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IRONIC

My mzungu is different from all the others

Relations between Italian tourists and young local girls, seen from their side

21-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

‘Hi Grace!’
‘Hi Janet, what's up? Mambo Poa?’
‘Poa, poa my...

ENVIRONMENT

Malindi's problems, between dumpsite and beaches

PWAM's battles for the environment, health and tourism

20-03-2025 by redazione

The situation of the Malindi dumpsite has become absolutely unbearable. It is no...

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BOOK REVIEW

'Can you imagine Africa', and you really imagine it

A humanity perhaps more fascinating than a safari

20-03-2025 by Mauro Macario

There is a twofold question underlying this publishing surprise by Freddie del Curatolo and...

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MUSIC EVENTS

19-03-2025 by redazione

Another musical event organised by the Italian Cultural Institute on the Nairobi-Mombasa axis...

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KENYAN TRIBES

History and traditions of the El Molo, an endangered ethnic group

They are fewer and fewer and live in the Lake Turkana region

19-03-2025 by redazione

The El Molo are one of Kenya's least populated tribes. It is believed that every year, as...

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SPORT TOURISM

The Safari Rally Kenya returns to the Rift Valley

From the 20th to the 23rd among the beauties of Naivasha and Nakuru

18-03-2025 by redazione

Kenya is ready to host a round of the World Rally Championship again this year, with its famous ‘Safari...

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TOURISM SECTOR

Watamu, an extraordinary season that could have been even better

Daniele Tiritò: ‘With more beds and more flights we'll be at the top’

17-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

A season that can already be defined as fabulous for Watamu, even though it's not over...

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Mal d'Afrique

I didn't understand a thing about Kenya

The evidence of a tourist and reader of our site

16-03-2025 by Anna Felsinea

I don't think I understand everything about this place after only fifteen days of vacation between savannah and ...

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CULT PLACES

Paparemo Beach, paradise with the icing on the cake on Saturdays

More parties for the legendary club on Watamu beach

15-03-2025 by redazione

Even for  this tail end of the 2025 season, still full of tourism and fun, the cult Saturday night...

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PARKS AND RESERVES

The 10 golden rules to respect in Kenya's parks

The KWS guide to a respectful safari

15-03-2025 by Kenya Wildlife Service

The Kenya Wildlife Service reminds us of the ten golden rules for a safari that...

AGRICULTURE

Kenya has rejected GMO crops, here's why

From the ruling to the challenges ‘in the field’, the experts speak

14-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

From the point of view of the produce from its land, is Kenya still a healthy...

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ITALIAN EVENTS

Today in Milan the presentation of ‘Ti immagini l'Africa’

At 6 p.m. meeting with authors Freddie del Curatolo and Leni Frau

14-03-2025 by redazione

The new book by Freddie del Curatolo and Leni Frau entitled ‘Ti immagini l'Africa’ (Can...

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TRAVEL INFO

ETA Kenya undergoing maintenance, inconvenience but not for long

The reasons and how the authorisation to come to Kenya evolves

13-03-2025 by redazione

Over the past week, we have received several reports of inconveniences in obtaining electronic eTA travel...

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ECONOMICS

One more opportunity for Italians investing in Kenya

The opening of the Cassa Depositi e Prestiti in Kenya is imminent

12-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

The doors are increasingly open for Italian entrepreneurs who want to invest in Kenya, and...

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ART AND CULTURE

And Kenya discovered Elisabetta Sirani and her works

An evocative evening for Women's Day in Nairobi

10-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

At the end of the show, the Italian ambassador to Kenya, Roberto Natali, jokingly said to me: ‘In her...

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KENYA NEWS

Ruto-Odinga anti-crisis agreement for reforms in Kenya

Majority and opposition united after months of protests

08-03-2025 by redazione

With the signing of a ten-point memorandum of understanding between Kenyan President William Ruto...

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MARCH 8TH

08-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

VIDEO REPORTAGE

Italy teaches the art of perfect pizza making in Nairobi

Gourmet Master Class at the ambassador's residence

07-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

The promotion of Italian-made products and our excellent food and wine also, and above all, involves...

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EVENTS NAIROBI

'Sweat and sparkle' on friday at Matteo's Karen

Forest body workout before to enjoy the night at lounge bar and restaurant

06-03-2025 by redazione

Matteo's, the restaurant, event place and lounge-bar, in Karen, Nairobi, is also known...

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KENYA HISTORY

50 years ago in Kenya the still unsolved murder of JM Kariuki

The story of the charismatic and ambitious anti-corruption politician

06-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

‘We cannot have a country with 10 billionaires and 10 million beggars, I will fight with all my...

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KENYA NEWS

Diani accident, the Italian injured improve

Underage girl sent back to Italy

05-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

In the tragedy that cut short the life of 39-year-old Marco Curcio from Milan and 52-year-old Karen...

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KENYA NEWS

Diani, the accident that killed 2 Italians in Kenya

The dynamics and the good news for the other 4 tourists

04-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

The minibus on the asphalt road that connects the tourist resort of Diani Beach to Mombasa, whose...

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WEATHER

Rainfall in Kenya: when (and how much) will it come?

Half the country already struggling with drought

04-03-2025 by redazione

Weather forecast time from Kenyan national services, with the approach of the rainy season. While in the coastal...

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Two Italian tourists die in a road accident in Diani

Another 4 are reported to be injured and hospitalised

03-03-2025 by redazione

Two Italian tourists on holiday in Diani at a resort linked to an Italian tour operator...

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03-03-2025 by redazione

ITALIAN EVENTS

Sirani and the Baroque: Italy celebrates 8 March in Kenya

A show about the talented artist, including music, theatre and prose

03-03-2025 by Leni Frau

The talent of a woman and her desire to emerge, among the difficulties of 18th century Italian...

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RECIPES

Mango fish, an exotic seafood delicacy from Kenya

On the Kenyan coast snapper is used, but also other medium-small fish.

02-03-2025 by redazione

In some Swahili restaurants it is customary to serve mango sauce with grilled fish.
The most...

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WILDLIFE

Najin, Fatou and the hope of the white rhinos in Kenya

Northern species at risk of extinction after mother and daughter

01-03-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

Najin and Fatou are a mother and daughter who live in the Ol Pejeta reserve in Kenya. They...

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EVENTS

The Saturday night beach party in Watamu is always Paparemo

Cult appointment for dancing and having fun on the beach

01-03-2025 by redazione

Also for the new 2025 season, the cult Saturday night event in Watamu for those in the mood for...

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KENYA NEWS

Ruto on the coast to improve the electricity supply

Projects for continuity and expansion, from Sabaki to Lamu

28-02-2025 by redazione

President William Ruto, with his deputy Kithure Kindiki, has been on the Kenyan coast for a few days...

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NAIROBI EVENTS

Save the date: carnival kids party on 2nd March in Karen

An afternoon of festivities with lots of attractions for the little ones

28-02-2025 by redazione

Save the date! This year in Nairobi a big carnival masquerade party is...

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EVENTS

Malindi, Friday at Rosada between deejay and live music

Beach party with many surprises every week

28-02-2025 by redazione

Fridays at Rosada in Malindi are getting younger and more engaging, promising new...

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KENYAN STORIES

From Kenya to the world: the great Ice Lions dream

Determination and challenges of the Ice Hockey team in Kenya

27-02-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

A few dozen metres from Nairobi National Park, where lions and gazelles, rhinos and giraffes run...

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PERSONS

Ada Rizzo: writing, passion and commitment in Kenya

Meeting with the writer who spends months of the year living on the coast

26-02-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

Not everyone goes to the Kenyan coast as a relaxing holiday destination or one that necessarily has...

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MALINDI EVENTS

Olimpia's weekly beach party in Malindi

Wednesday dancing after dinner by the ocean

26-02-2025 by redazione

With the high season, dancing has resumed at Malindi's most Italian and characteristic location, the...

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WILDLIFE

The bongos of Mount Kenya return from America

An operation to prevent the extinction of the species

25-02-2025 by redazione

Sometimes they come back, even if they are the grandchildren... this could be the title of a story, hopefully...

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SONGS FROM KENYA

For Italians in Kenya ‘Lucio Corsi does not exist’

The post-Sanremo ‘phenomenon’ as seen by Re Mida And The Creek

25-02-2025 by redazione

In Italy, thanks to the showcase of the Sanremo festival, apparently followed by one in five Italians, he...

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EDITORIAL

Tourism: the Kenyan government believes in it more

The results of 2024 could bring positive news

24-02-2025 by Freddie del Curatolo

Kenyan President William Ruto has received encouraging data on the influx of tourism in Kenya regarding...

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ITALIAN EVENTS

Vinyasa con i tenori italiani, lunedì 24 alla Terrazza di Nairobi

Another evening that celebrates good taste and products made in Italy

23-02-2025 by redazione

The international tour of the two Italian tenors Claudio Mattioli and Max Barbolini (both from...

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KENYAN RECIPES

Mkate wa ufuta: how to make Swahili focaccia

Delicious oil bread with coconut and sesame

23-02-2025 by redazione

In Swahili they call it Mkate wa ufuta. This soft coconut and sesame bread looks like Indian...

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