LIL KIM CHRISTENED IN-LAW BY TANZANIANS

American rapper Lil’ Kim performed in Tanzania at the Leaders club on Saturday at the just concluded Fiesta festival. The highlight of the night was her dance with Juma Nature as they performed his track Mugambo. The mammoth crowd was ecstatic as the two got close on stage and jigged to the rap song in an intimate pose. At one point Lil Kim kissed, hugged and danced the dirty Wine with him. Now, Tanzanians have christened him ‘Shemeji’ Swahili for daughter-in-law. Nigerian duo Bracket famed for their hit Yori Yori also performed at the concert.

LIL KIM CHRISTENED IN-LAW BY TANZANIANS

American rapper Lil’ Kim performed in Tanzania at the Leaders club on Saturday at the just concluded Fiesta festival. The highlight of the night was her dance with Juma Nature as they performed his track Mugambo. The mammoth crowd was ecstatic as the two got close on stage and jigged to the rap song in an intimate pose. At one point Lil Kim kissed, hugged and danced the dirty Wine with him. Now, Tanzanians have christened him ‘Shemeji’ Swahili for daughter-in-law. Nigerian duo Bracket famed for their hit Yori Yori also performed at the concert.

MARLAW? THE BABY DADDY?

In what could be totally be laughable news, little known Tanzanian singer Besta has denied reports that singer Marlaw is the father of her unborn child.
See, the thing is Besta whose known single is Baby Boy is not even preggies.
Anyho, she dignified the rumour by commenting on it.
Besta said, “I’m not pregnant! I’m shocked at the reports that have spread. Marlaw is my neighbour and a good friend and that is all.”
Besta added that Marlaw has a girlfriend and she has a boyfriend too, ‘people should get that right.’

TID ARRESTED AGAIN!

Even before TID’s ish wwith the law id forgotten, he was rested again. The bongo superstar reportedly beat up a high school student and was involved in destruction of property at a club called Thai Village a few weeks back.
The thing is TID beat up a high school chic identified as Naima Abdul.
After the incident, Naima reported the matter at the Oyster Bay police station and filed a case against him.
To cut the long story short, TID was arrested after the cops set him up.
TID reportedly had been trying to get Naima to forgive him and settle the matter out of court. The police used the girl to lure TID into a trap where he was eventually apprehended.
Looks like the God’s are on his side because, Naima has decided to settle the matter out of court. Otherwise, Top In Dar would be in Jail for assault.
TID served a one-year jail term for assaulting another reveller in a bar last year, but was pardoned by Tanzania’s President Kikwete after serving out only six months.

TID ARRESTED AGAIN!

Even before TID’s ish wwith the law id forgotten, he was rested again. The bongo superstar reportedly beat up a high school student and was involved in destruction of property at a club called Thai Village a few weeks back.
The thing is TID beat up a high school chic identified as Naima Abdul.
After the incident, Naima reported the matter at the Oyster Bay police station and filed a case against him.
To cut the long story short, TID was arrested after the cops set him up.
TID reportedly had been trying to get Naima to forgive him and settle the matter out of court. The police used the girl to lure TID into a trap where he was eventually apprehended.
Looks like the God’s are on his side because, Naima has decided to settle the matter out of court. Otherwise, Top In Dar would be in Jail for assault.
TID served a one-year jail term for assaulting another reveller in a bar last year, but was pardoned by Tanzania’s President Kikwete after serving out only six months.

TID MIGHT GO BACK TO JAIL

Just barely six months after receiving a presidential pardon, Tanzanian singer TID might just find himself back in the slammer again for repeating the same offence, assault. According to a Tanzanian tabloid, TID beat up a high school student and was involved in destruction of property at a club called Thai Village. Sources at the scene say TID beat up a woman identified as Naima Abdul and later ran away.
The woman who was assaulted reported the matter at the Oyster Bay police station. She has now filled a case against the Nyota Yangu star.
TID served a one-year jail term for assaulting another reveller in a bar. But was pardoned by President Kikwete after serving out six months.

THE LEGENDARY TANZANIA VIDEO WHIZ IN TV SHOW

Most people did not notice that the bad guy in the just launched M-Net Series, Changes, is actually a very well known video whiz.
Most of y’all remember seeing Visual Lab Next Level credits, on bongo videos? Well, Adam Juma is the man behind those fabulous videos. He owns the company as well. I personally remember his work in Z Anto’s video Binti Kiziwi and Nakaaya’s Mr Politician.
In the drama series, Adam plays, Minja Kabwe boyfriend to ditzy and glamorous Cindy Kamau (Pierra Makena). So far they are proving to be the favourite couple of most viewers of the show. The couple live in the most expensive flat at Makao Close – where the series is set. The wealthy Minja loves playing chess and will go to extraordinary lengths for family and for love. Generous but ruthless he keeps his family’s mining success a closely guarded secret.

TANZANIAN HASHEEM PICKED BY MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES

Tanzanian basketball player Hasheem Thabeet from the University of Connecticut poses for photographers at the NBA store where Panini America announced the five draft prospects who signed an exclusive trading card agreement, in New York June 24, 2009. Hasheem was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies as the second overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft in New York, June 25, 2009. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson
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ALI KIBA IN TALKS WITH DRE’S PROTÉGÉE FOR COLLABO

Tanzanian bongo sweetheart Ali Kiba who has been on tour in the US revealed that he and American RnB singer, Truth Hurts are in talks for a collabo.
The US singer is best remembered for her hit song Addictive, which featured rapper Rakim. The song featured the legally embattled uncleared Hindi Lata Mangeshkar sample whose copyright holders sued for $500 million dollars, and issued an injunction against further sales or performances of the record. She was also a protégé of record producer Dr. Dre, and an artist on his Aftermath Records label.
Commenting on the issue Ali Kiba’s manager DJ Guru said, “Apart from the coast to coast US tour, we had the chance to meet and speak to Truth Hurts, the American RnB singer was happy to record a track with Ali K and we hope to work on that project ASAP.”

Danny Glover for Tanzanian Film Festival

American actor Danny Glover will be attending the 2009 Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF). His film "Toussant" will open this year’s festival.
Glover who is best known for his role in 'Lethal Weapon' sequels as Detective Roger Murtaugh will be joined by other stars like Charles Burnett, star of the expected hit "Namibia", and Mexican acting sensation Gael Bernal Garcia.

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Professa Jay in an accident

Tanzanian rapper Professa Jay was involved in an accident over on Thursday afternoon.
The Hapo Sawa Star whose real name is Joseph Haule emerged from the incident unharmed but for a nasty bender fender after he crashed into two other cars. It happened along the Morogoro Road in Dar es Salaam. According to eyewitnesses, the rapper was branching into a one-way drive that was an exit route.
Professa Jay alighted from his car and left his aids to deal with the drivers with whom he had hit. On arrival of the traffic cops, his car was towed away but he stayed behind at the accident scene.

Matonya’s Mother in law: I feel cheated!

The Tanzanian singer, Matonya’ mother-in-law has sent out a bitter email to the press detailing her feeling of being left out in her only daughter’s wedding. Matonya and Miriam exchanged vows in the absence of Dorah Isinika late last year but her father, Zitto Amir was present.
In the email Dorah wrote: “I was a single mother, suffering, taking care of you while your father, a seaman travelled a lot and never sent a single cent. He came to Tanzania when you were 13, still no support, yet I was with you, taking care of you with the meagre salary of a clerk in a Bank. I was in Tanzania and you did not tell me the date of your wedding, till I was back in Europe. What have I done wrong Miriam? Is it now that you know you have a father? I don’t need anything from you except a little respect and love.”

Chingy for TZ as Bow Wow cancels

American rapper Chingy is set to perform at the Leader’s Club in Dar es Salaam this Friday. The Organisers of the said event have confirmed to Tanzanian press that indeed the ‘Right Thurr’ hit maker is Tanzanian bound. Meanwhile, Bow Wow’s much-publicised concert was cancelled because the rapper is currently touring the States promoting his new album “New Jack City II” that will be released today.

Nakaaya and M1 in secret wedding ceremony

While the rest of East Africa and the world speculates on whether Tanzanian songstress Nakaaya Sumari is engaged to American rapper M1, we will authoritatively inform you that the couple got hitched in a secret ceremony.
The visibly smitten Nakaaya spoke to us and revealed that they tied the knot in Zanzibar on March 10. “He is an artiste and so am I what option did we have?” she asked, “We will plan for another bigger ceremony which will include his people and my people.”
M1 who is also part of the Dead Prez rap group has relocated to Tanzanian to be close to his boo.
The couple’s relationship is under scrutiny now that the Mr. Politician star featured in CNN’s David McKenzie show- Inside Africa. Now you know what M1 meant when he responded in a past interview about his relationship with Nakaaya. He said: “Nakaaya is a beautiful woman and I will not allow any other man to be with her.” Roger that.

Nakaaya engaged!

Nakaaya Sumari is engaged; at least if the Tanzanian media is to be believed. Last week we broke the story that the singer had been spotted in Dubai with MI of Dead Prezz before she flew in for The Patricia Show. Nakaaya is said to have made the announcement during a recent interview saying that she and MI were not only dating but engaged as well. MI features in her Mr. Politician video.
While he was in Tanzanian last year when asked about Nakaaya he reportedly said, “Nakaaya is a beautiful woman and I wouldn’t allow any other guy to be with her. If it did happen there would be big trouble.”

Hemedi for Mr Handsome

Reality show star and Usher look-a-like, Hemedi Suleiman has finally gotten a deal that suits him perfectly. This Saturday, he will be the showstopper at a Tanzanian talent search dubbed Mr Handsome. This deal was tailor-made for him after he released his latest single ‘Unachotaka ni Mapenzi’ translated, what you need is love.
Well, The TPF11 contestant is making inroads with his music and his looks. Methusela Magese the organiser seconds the opinion. He said that Hemedi is one of the few acts that are lucky to be part of the talent search that will take place in New Africa hotel, Dar es Salaam.
The judges for Mr Handsome include BBA’s Richard Bezuidenhout, Miss Tanzania 2008 Nasreen Kareem and actor Steven Kanumba.

Kanda Bongo Man faces a lawsuit

Congolese star Kanda Bongo Man failed to turn up for a show in Tanzania last weekend and the promoter, Adidi Bwanamoya Dodo a.k.a King Dodo is looking to sue.
The ‘he-said-she-said’ bitter accusations between the promoter and the performer have made for gossip fodder. King Dodo said he paid Kanda Bongo Man (or Kanda Conman as some call him) in full as per the contract and even sent him airline tickets. He says the star contrived to miss his flight and the next available one as well. He is now looking to sue the Lingala singer for his event’s company losing face with his sponsors after the no-show.
However, Kanda sent an email to Tanzanian blogger Sophia Kessy of African Bambata on Tuesday outlining the new travel plans subject to approval by King Dodo. It read: “From our telephone conversation we agreed that you Mr Adidi Bwanamoya Dodo will travel to Nairobi (Kenya) to pick up musicians four days to the show, also you will change my air ticket dated March 17 2009 from Manchester to Dar es salaam so that I arrive two days to the show which is on the March 20 2009. Kindly confirm this.”
Keep it here as it develops…