East Africa Buzz

American RnB singer Ashanti has tested positive for covid -19. The artist, who was recently on vacation in Kenya, revealed that she tested positive just before her highly anticipated Versus battle with Keysha Cole. The award-winning musician shared the sad news through her Instagram account in a post which read:  'Hey y’all I can’t believe I’m saying this but I tested positive for covid-19. I’m okay and not in any pain.’ The talented songwriter addressed this message to fans who were eagerly waiting for the RnB Versus battle between her and Keisha Cole. The event has been postponed to 9th January 2021 to give Ashanti time to recover. The singer, who is currently in self-quarantine at her home in the United States, was in Kenya last week. While in Nairobi, she visited the giraffe manor and Nairobi National park with a group of friends. We wish her a quick recovery.

As the year comes to an end, it is only right that we recognize and appreciate Amina Abdi Rabar's incredible fashion. Amina Rabar is a multi-talented TV host and Radio presenter who has won the hearts of many with her presentation skills and fashion sense. With many years of experience in the media industry, the 31-year-old has become a household name in the country.   Amina has a massive following that she entertains with endless impressive and remarkable outfits. This year the bubbly presenter showcased a series of mind-blowing ensembles that did not go unnoticed. Earlier this year, the television fashionista bagged an award for the Most Stylish Female host of the year at the East Africa Fashion Awards in Kampala, Uganda. Here are ten of her outfits that left many in awe this year. Having looked at the ten outfits that she rocked this year, which one do you like best. Join the conversation in the comment section.

Tanasha Donna (courtesy) Just one day to go! Tanasha Donna's all white party will happen tomorrow at the Afrosayari gardens in Nairobi. Miss Donna who is anxiously counting down days to her event has announced 9 more celebrities who will be gracing her function. Donna's guest list is filled with known personalities from all over East Africa. Barack Jaccuzi. He is a rapper and radio presenter, he collaborated with Tanasha Donna on the song Radio. Tanasha Donna (courtesy) DJ Kace- He is a professional Kenyan Disk Jockey. Tanasha Donna (courtesy) Masauti. He collaborated with Tanasha Donna on her latest song Liar. Tanasha Donna (courtesy) Tanasha Donna (courtesy) S happa. He is a rapper. Tanasha Donna (courtesy) Tony Mwigiri. He is a content creator, show host and photographer. Tanasha Donna (courtesy) Ronny Chicha Tanasha Donna (courtesy) Alcky Ogunde- He is a videographer Aziza Frisby. She is a famous YouTuber. Tanasha Donna (courtesy) Phiona. She owns Phiona hair collections.

Finally, the long-awaited list is out. MTV Base Africa released nominees for the MTV Africa Music Awards 2021 that will take place in February next year at Kampala, Uganda. This has been a very great year for South African artists. On the nominee list, South Africa got 10 nominations.  Here they are: BEST BREAK THROUGH NOMINEES Elaine (South Africa) Focalistic (South Africa) BEST HIP HOP NOMINEES Nasty C ( South Africa ) BEST FEMALE NOMINESS Sho Madjozi ( South Africa) Busiswa ( South Africa) BEST GROUP NOMINEES Blaq Diamond ( South Africa ) Kabza De Small/ DJ Maphorisa (South Africa) 'ALONE TOGETHER' BEST LOCKDOWN PERFORMANCE NOMINESS AKA ( South Africa ) Black Motion ( South Africa ) Niniola (Nigeria) / Busiswa ( South Africa )

Hamisa Mobetto (courtesy) Tanzanian Fashion designer Hamisa Mobetto is currently living it up in Nigeria Lagos. As of December 10, the singer is 26 years old and to celebrate her birthday, she shared a sultry photo that excited her fans. The actress ushered in her 26 th birthday with a photo dressed in a black body suit, mesh body leggings decorated with crystals. She accessorized it with a silver chain, studded shades and a long braided pony tail which she held. Fans were so impressed by her choice of outfit, they filled her comment section with praise and birthday wishes. This is what some had to say about her birthday outfit. Hamisa Mobetto (courtesy) Hamisa Mobetto’s expertise in Fashion has made her one of the most sought designers and commercial model. The Mwanza born actress owns a fashion house called Mobetto Styles and she has dressed other celebrities like: Diamond Platnumz, Tanasha Donna and many others .

Have you heard these women sing? Kelly Khumalo, South Africa 'Ngiyathemb' uyabona ,  Sofea khon' empini ……. Just take some time off and listen her music. She has a strong saintly voice. This South African vocal queen is known for her flawless live performances and incredible fashion                                                 I first got to know her after listening to ‘Dance Comigo’ after that, I camped at her YouTube channel till I had heard all her songs.                                                                   WAHU, Kenya ‘It’s a feeling in my soul, feeling in my heart filling me up from my head to my toes’   Remember when Wahu serenaded her unborn baby with these exact words?  This particular single introduced Wahu’s magnificent voice to the rest of East Africa. To-date, Wahu continues to impress her fans with her timeless vocal prowess even in the gospel industry. Tiwa Savage, Nigeria ‘ Tiwa Savage is good for your soul!’   Here’s a