More than a decade after he first picked up the mic, hip hop star Lil Wayne is giving rap a rest to fully focus on his passion for skateboarding. “I picked up the skateboard and…
Digital games made in Nigeria for Africa
For quite some time, there has been a simmering discontent in Africa about lack of local digital content. Some start-ups and established media entities have dipped their feet in local content but few are willing…
Sauti Sol to drop latest album at Blankets
Kenyan band Sauti Sol will be using the upcoming Blankets and Wine event this weekend to test the waters with their new self-titled EP album. The EP, which has been produced by South African musician…
A lack of sleep could make you fat
A lack of sleep could make you fat, scientists say. Not getting enough shut-eye may inhibit a hormone which controls hunger satisfaction and boost an appetite-stimulating hormone, said a paper presented to the European Congress…
Fikirte Addis takes sophisticated Ethiopian style back to New York
Renowned Ethiopian designer Fikirte Addis is known for utilizing the most sophisticated and traditional Ethiopian fabrics to create modern and luxurious clothing. At Origin Africa 2011, Addis outshined twelve talented designers from across the continent…
Snoop Dogg reincarnated as Snoop Lion
Rapper Snoop Dogg is moving up in the world. He’s now Snoop Lion. The US hip-hop star said he decided to change his wacky stage name during a visit to a Rastafarian temple in…
How do I deal with my monster-in-law?
A dear Capital Lifestyle Magazine reader is in a fix and has shared her story. She seeks your advice. Remember, the views expressed are solely the opinion of the reader, and not Capital FM’s. I…
New music: Juacali and Abbas
Genge superstar Juacali who recently resurfaced on the music scene after a long silence has dropped another track featuring Exponential Potential star Juliani. Si Siri, from the album Tugenge Yajayo, together with a video by…