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16/04/2026

In this episode, author discusses her “chaotic” approach to life and her bestselling NaiRoberry Cocktail series. Ciku explains her philosophy that women must “mute the world” and make themselves happy, independent of relationships.

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“In all her life, she had never washed anyone but herself...”From the fear of a gas heater to the eerie silence of Londo...
02/04/2026

“In all her life, she had never washed anyone but herself...”

From the fear of a gas heater to the eerie silence of London public transport, Esther’s journey is a raw look at the immigrant experience. It’s a story about the grind, the weather, and the “silver lining” that keeps us going even when we’re bone-tired.

Check out the latest installment of Immigrant Cocktail: The Price of Dignity (Part 3) by .

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"In all her life, she had never washed anyone but herself..."From the fear of a gas heater to the eerie silence of Londo...
02/04/2026

"In all her life, she had never washed anyone but herself..."

From the fear of a gas heater to the eerie silence of London public transport, Esther’s journey is a raw look at the immigrant experience. It’s a story about the grind, the weather, and the "silver lining" that keeps us going even when we’re bone-tired.

Check out the latest installment of Immigrant Cocktail: The Price of Dignity (Part 3) by Empress Ciku Kimani Mwaniki.

👇 Click the link below to read the full article on our website: [email protected]

“No one knowingly auditions for second place.” 🖋️ challenges the ‘accidental’ nature of being the other woman. Is it eas...
28/03/2026

“No one knowingly auditions for second place.” 🖋️

challenges the ‘accidental’ nature of being the other woman. Is it easier to slide into a role than to consciously accept it? When the title is spoken out loud, the accountability becomes impossible to ignore. A heavy, necessary read on emotional drift vs. conscious choice.

The Pursuit of the "Western Dream"What is the true cost of a visa? Beyond the paperwork and the long queues lies a compl...
26/03/2026

The Pursuit of the "Western Dream"
What is the true cost of a visa? Beyond the paperwork and the long queues lies a complex cocktail of ambition, rejection, and the raw reality of seeking a life "out of Kenya."

In Part 2 of "Immigrant Cocktail by cocktail_empress: Beyond the Visa and the Price of the Western Dream," Empress Ciku Kimani Mwaniki takes us deeper into Esther’s journey. After facing "gremlin" immigration officers and the sting of American rejections, Esther shifts her focus to Europe—only to realize that her qualifications might not be enough in a world that often demands a specific kind of charisma.

It’s a powerful, relatable look at the grit required to chase a life abroad and the unexpected turns that happen when you finally stop holding your breath.

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Keep your friends close, but your “broad-based” allies closer... Is the succession drama in Raila’s ODM starting to look...
24/03/2026

Keep your friends close, but your “broad-based” allies closer...

Is the succession drama in Raila’s ODM starting to look less like a political strategy and more like a scene from The Godfather? 🎬 From shifting loyalties to the “knives behind the back,” Ted Malanda explores the high-stakes power plays currently rocking the political landscape.

In a world where there are no permanent friends—only permanent interests—who is playing the role of the Don, and who is the reluctant Michael Corleone?

“The Broad-based Marriage” is officially in session. Is it a masterclass or a fiasco?

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I live in the South B area,” she lied without giving any specifics.In Part 1 of Immigrant Cocktail, Empress Ciku Kimani ...
12/03/2026

I live in the South B area,” she lied without giving any specifics.

In Part 1 of Immigrant Cocktail, Empress Ciku Kimani Mwaniki introduces us to Esther—a young woman caught between the harsh “hustle” of Marikiti Market and the haunting fear of being defined by her surroundings. It’s a story of sleep arrears, green vegetable brokers, and the “morbid fear” of a thousand shames.

Dive into the first installment of the Immigrant Cocktail series.

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Inspiring the next generation of storytellers! Published author engages with pupils at The Banda School during their fi...
12/03/2026

Inspiring the next generation of storytellers! Published author engages with pupils at The Banda School during their first-ever eKitabu Book Day. From “Audacious” to “Whimsical,” the day was all about bringing words to life and helping young people tap into their own creative potential.

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05/03/2026

the author of Warrior Boy tells us more about her journey to be one an Author and the direction she takes to get there. Listen in and get inspired.

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What happens when "survival" looks like a volatile affair and a bottle of gin? Meet Jonathan Kinama—a man caught between...
25/02/2026

What happens when "survival" looks like a volatile affair and a bottle of gin?

Meet Jonathan Kinama—a man caught between his rural roots and the "licentiousness" of Nairobi. Between the menacing Maruka and the beautiful Anita, things are about to get messy.

They say a city is just a collection of stories, but most of them go unheard in the rush of the 9-to-5. I’ve always pref...
23/02/2026

They say a city is just a collection of stories, but most of them go unheard in the rush of the 9-to-5. I’ve always preferred the hours when the noise thins out—where the streetlights catch the parts of us we usually keep hidden. There’s a certain kind of clarity that only comes when you stop trying to keep up with the world and just decide to exist within it. Finding the rhythm in the quiet, the art in the mundane, and the focus in the blur.

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18/02/2026

In this episode, Kenya Theatre Awards nominee Martin Kigondu discusses his leading role as Nikolas Mukoko in After 4.30, the acclaimed stage adaptation of David Maillu’s 1974 novel set in post-independence Nairobi.
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