Caption for the landscape image: The real life of Nairobi’s street musicians Thursday, February 20, 2025 Scroll down to read the article Nairobi streets musicians (from left) Edward Ndungu Njoroge, Muringo Matu and Peter Wambua Ndirangu. Photo credit: Francis Nderitu and Bonface Bogita | Nation Media Group By Winnie Onyando Contributor Summary Article Related What you need to know: These performers are redefining our city's cultural landscape, turning unexpected corners into venues where art and commerce meet.While some may see them simply as street performers, they are, in fact, entrepreneurs of entertainment, building their careers. Ever caught those fire street performances that make you forget you're in the middle of CBD's madness? That's exactly what happened when I stumbled on D'rango's vibe outside Kimathi House. PREMIUM How music manager Fakii Liwali keeps Nyashinski winning Industry mastermind spills the tea on what it takes to manage a superstar and making money out of music. PREMIUM Exclusive: DJ Mo and Size 8 say 'I Do' in a top-secret wedding The wedding is being attended by close family, friends and the crème de la crème of Kenya’s entertainment industry. Recommended for you PREMIUM The body count debate: When does a partner's past become a relationship concern? PREMIUM How Sankaran is making maths simple for millions of learners PREMIUM Should I take cheaper loans abroad or invest in Kenya’s property market? PREMIUM When you seek ‘dudus’ at the Ondiri Swamp Login to join the discussion Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus. In the headlines Elections News Counties Business Opinion Sports Life & Style Health Podcasts Photos Newsletters Puzzles PREMIUM Dutchman, Kenyan woman clash over Sh2.2m ‘love’ gift ends in court Woman claims the money was voluntarily given as gifts during their relationship. PREMIUM Court saves taxpayers Sh120bn in Moi-era supplier claim Taxpayers spared huge payout after appellate court slashes decades-old claim. PREMIUM Why tap water is turning green in homes around Lake Victoria Lake that feeds taps, fishermen and millions of livelihoods across East Africa is getting greener.
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