After two successful years, the Slum Film Festival is preparing its third edition, expanding its focus to slum stories from across the African continent. The third edition of the Festival will be celebrated in Nairobi on September 2 – 9 2013, in open grounds at both Kibera and Mathare (Nairobi’s biggest slums), as well as central cultural venues around the city.
We know that there are many causes that need our attention nowadays, but if you understand the immense power of arts and culture to help create a different world, please take 2 minutes of your time to watch the video and read more about the project here:
Blankets & Wine XLIV, Jun. 2 2013 @ Carnivore

Pack your picnic baskets, wine, blankets and join the 44th edition of Blankets & Wine. On stage at this edition of East Africa’s premier music festival will be the ambient Prisca Ajwang, the jaunty Dela, the undiluted Alsarah from Sudan and the phenomenal 2013 double South African Music Awards winner, Zahara from South Africa.
Date: June 2, 2013
Venue: Carnivore Grounds
Time: from 1 – 9pm
Tickets: Gate Kshs 2000, Advance Kshs 1500
Children between 5 to 12 years pay 500 Ksh. and free for children under 5
Fresh out of Sauti Academy’s magnificent music factory, Prisca makes her big stage debut as part of Blankets & Wine’s promise to deliver fresh talent every month.
Our 2nd act, US based Sudanese singer Alsarah promises a unique treat with her ethno-urban flavour.
On her second Blankets & Wine appearance since her 2010 debut, Dela returns with new material from her soon to be completed new album.
2013 double South Africa Music Award (SAMA) winner Zahara winds up our amazing lineup bringing on board her acclaimed sound and a slew of chart topping singles and platinum selling albums. Zahara’s highly anticipated performance will be a sure delight for young and old music lovers alike.
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This edition will host the first ever Blankets & Wine Craft Fair with over a dozen Kenyan artists and designers showcasing and selling their locally made crafts at the event.
Blankets & Wine will also be commemorating the June 5th world Environment Day under the theme ‘Think.Eat.Save’ as part of Blankets & Wine’s ongoing ‘Up-Cycling’ project geared towards Reducing, Recycling and Reusing waste and environmental pollution.
Jazz Festival: Mjini Jazz Festival, May 3 2013 @ Alliance

Mjini jazz festival invites you for a jazz concert on the 3rd of May at the Alliance Francaise from 6-11 pm
Tickets: Kshs 500
Tel: +254 733503588
Artists performing will be patrick Nakaya, Ricy na marafiki, Mitchel Ongaro, Kato, Sage & Threat Band. Come experience some of Kenyas fine Jazz musicians.
Website: http://www.mjinijazzfestival.com
Family Fun Day Concert: Music & Wellness Festival, May 1 2013 @ Carnivore Restaurant

Date: Wednesday 1st May 2013
Time: 10.00 am onwards
Venue: Carnivore Gardens
Charges: ADULTS – 500/- & KIDS – 200/-
ARTISTS PERFORMING
Eric Wainaina, Octopizzo, Size 8, Barbara Guantai, Nonini, Sage, Dj’s Pinye & Adrian, Ameleena, Combo, Diana Nduba
KIDS ACTIVITIES
Trampolines, Bouncing Castle,Mascots, Face Painters, Playstation, WII Games and Arcade Games.








