Udada Festival Trust: Opening Night ~ Nov. 7 2017 @ Pawa 254 Hub


Date: November 7, 2017
Venue: Pawa 254 Hub
Time: from 5 pm

About
Join us on Tuesday, 7th November at PAWA254 from 5 pm for an an evening of Film, Books, Visual arts, Networking, Cocktail and Fun!

We have something for everyone.
Do you love the Arts: The Uweza Art Gallery will host an Visual arts exhibition by Kibera Kids.
Do you love books? Come buy books by African female authors.
Do you love films? We have a line- up of Udada’s winning films for the past three years.

Entry: Free

[Updated – Postponed] Afrika Handmade 2017: Afrika Handmade Pop-up Comes to Village Market, Nov. 3-5 2017 @ Village Market


Described as one of the most important events in the artisan and design sector, Afrika Handmade will take over the Village Market food court from 3-5 November 2017, 9am – 6pm.

About
Known for its exemplary curation, Afrika Handmade showcases the best artisan and design from across the East African region, focusing exclusively on home and garden.

This year, the showcase will feature among others, top furniture brands Two by Four, Rusty Fundi, L’Équipée and Unity Makers all of whom will unveil new collections. In textiles and soft furnishings, Ziwani Weavers, Tosheka Textiles and Jambo Women from Nanyuki will bring their ‘A’ game, with their handwoven home furnishings and bed linen. Visiting ceramicists Byentaro Ceramics (Uganda) and Majorie Wallace (Zimbabwe) have sold out in previous events and we are sure this time will be no different.

In the gifting category, Malkia Interiors and Gifts from Nakuru will offer an exciting range of products including from well known home brands Mango Patch and Krafty Artz.

The popup will for the first time also see Afrika Handmade launch an exclusive collection, made specifically for the brand. These products will include tabletop woodwork and ceramics, baskets, throws, rugs and cushions made in collaboration with a local design studios.

Come along with friends and family for a satisfying dose of local handmade goodness. Entry is free.

For more information, visit www.afrikahandmade.com or call +254 717 488 565.

Update: Postponed

Showcase Wednesday with Daraja, Oct. 25 2017 @ the Alliance Française


Date: October 25, 2017
Venue: the Alliance Française
Time: 7 pm
Free Entry

About
Showcase Wednesday provides a small intimate setting for singers, musicians, music and poetry collaborations to get exposure and build audiences.

Daraja Band performs music that fuses the sounds of Africa with that of others parts of the world. The group’s music provides a bridge to connect with people from all backgrounds. Many colors, one sound. The band comprises of Kirit Pattni on the Indian flute, Rapasa Otieno on Nyatiti and Adung’, Steve Kimani on guitar, Prasad Velankar on the tablas, Kamaich Kamau on percussion.

Vocalists include Señor Cjays who brings a blend of Swahili, English and Spanish rap, Daniel Osanya who carries a Jazz sound and Fezile Mauncho who ties it in with rhythm and sounds from Southern Africa.

Contemporary Dance and Digital Creation: Numbers, Oct. 24 2017 @ the GoDown Arts Centre

Numbers via the GoDown Arts Centre
Date and time: Tuesday, 24 October 2017 at 2.00 pm
Venue: The GoDown Arts Centre

Artistic direction: Opiyo Okach
Creative coding: Melisa Allela
Performers: Jared Onyango, Sara Kwala, Jack Bryton, Jack Atulo, Beth Mwangi & Doudou Saidi

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Gaara Projects: Performance Lab #8 Nairobi – A collaborative platform for creation process

Kenya Wildlife Trust 10th Anniversary Fundraising Cocktail Party, Nov. 30 2017 @ Hemingways Hotel – Nairobi


Date: November 30, 2017
Venue: Hemingways Hotel, Nairobi
Time: 6-10 pm
Tickets: KES 3,000/- Available here

To celebrate 10 years of conservation impact, Kenya Wildlife Trust are holding a Fundraising Cocktail Party at Hemingways Hotel, Nairobi, on Thursday, November 30, 2017.

Join us for cocktails, bitings, live music, auction, raffle and more!

All funds raised on the night will support our 3 pillars – Predator Conservation, Community Development and Conservation Education

Kenya Wildlife Trust

BBC World Questions Nairobi, Nov. 7 2017 @ the University of Nairobi


Date: November 7, 2017
Venue: Manu Chandaria Auditorium – at the University of Nairobi
Entrance: Prior Registration – (Registration link)

About
The BBC World Service is holding a series of debates across the world in a time of change. BBC World Questions – an international series of English language events created with the British Council – allows the public to question their politicians, leaders and opinion formers directly face to face. The debates are led entirely by questions from the audience who are able to have their points heard around the world.

On November 7th, BBC World Questions comes to the University of Nairobi to host a debate on the future of Kenya. Kenya has the largest economy in Central and Eastern Africa. It’s a world-leader in the production of black tea and the export of flowers, its extraordinary wildlife draws in visitors from across the globe, and its long distance runners are way ahead of the international competition. Kenya is a proud democracy with a liberal economy, but the country is in deep crisis. Amidst accusations of electoral fraud and counter accusations of a ‘judicial coup’, the Presidential Election of August 8th was declared void by Kenya’s Supreme Court and a re-run was ordered. The situation has still not resolved.

Who can govern Kenya? How should a government tackle endemic issues like corruption, youth unemployment and security? What can be done to end the disturbances on the street and bring Kenyans together in acceptance of a legitimate government?

The BBC’s Jonathan Dimbleby will be joined by a panel of leading politicians and thinkers in a debate lead entirely by questions from a public audience that will be heard around the world. The panelists will be confirmed soon.

The programme will be recorded on 7th November at the University of Nairobi at 6 pm.

To join in the debate and be part of the audience please apply for FREE tickets, here

BMX Dance with former BMX Freestyle World Champion Vincent Warin, Oct. 14 2017 @ The Point Mall, Buruburu


Date: October 14, 2017
Venue: The Point, Buruburu
Time: 5 pm

BMX Dance with Vincent Warin
Vincent Warin is a former BMX freestyle world champion.

He left competitive sport for the world of performing arts with his BMX at his side. Vincent continues to cross the boundaries between freestyle BMX extreme sport skills and the aesthetics of dance to present awe- inspiring performances where man, machine and music rule the stage.

Here’s a taste of the performance:

http://www.alliancefrnairobi.org/nairobi/dance/