#UhondoMtaani: Popular singer seriously ill, Alikiba divorced? and other stories making headlines this week

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Primary source Kenyan Digest archive

This archive report was first published on 9 August 2019.

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Published on August 9, 2019, we bring you the latest entertainment news and updates.

One of Kenya's most sought-after artists has been missing in action for some time, and it has been revealed that he is suffering from a chronic stomach disease.

The singer has several shows lined up abroad in the next few days, and we wish him a quick recovery.

Tanzanian superstar Ali Saleh Kiba, also known as Alikiba, has been making headlines for the 'wrong' reasons. He is said to have parted ways with his wife, Amina Khalef, who is also the mother of his son, Keyaan.

His brother, Abdu Kiba, is also reported to have divorced his wife. The Kiba brothers had their first weddings just two days apart and later held a joint grand reception and white wedding in Dar es Salaam.

According to Muslim customs, one can divorce a wife by uttering the word 'Talaka' three times or by writing it down in a piece of paper.

Willy Paul, a popular Kenyan musician, has been associated with the Gospel music industry for a long time. However, it seems that he has moved on and is now a secular musician.

His recent song, 'Nyonyo,' is a clear indication that he has left the Gospel music industry behind.

Former Nairobi Diaries actress and socialite Pendo has been absent from social media lately, leading to speculation that she might be pregnant. However, she has refuted the claims, stating that her absence is due to a busy work schedule.

Most celebrities keep their pregnancies a secret until they are ready to reveal them.

NRG Radio's Mwalimu Rachel took in the Wamlambez singers, Sailors, and has been pushing their music as their official manager. However, critics feel that it's time for Sailors to have their own YouTube channel where they can share their music.

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