Award-winning photojournalist and humanitarian Boniface Mwangi just added a new title to his achievements – that of author. Our cover story this month, Mwangi touches on his case with DP William Ruto, his new book, Unbounded, public service and family. 
A Thanksgiving meal is not complete without dessert. To celebrate the occasion this month, Tiramisu offers you cake and pie recipes that you should try out. Also, check out the Tavern section to find out how to infuse coconut into your cocktails. 
This season is all about African prints. In Women’s Style, read about the latest prints to hit the Kenyan market and how to incorporate them into your everyday wear. We catch up with Sakata Mashariki’s Judge Joanne Burgess who talks about the show, being a musician in Kenya, her bestselling books and equipping the young students in her school to take on the world. Grab your copy of DRUM East Africa for these and more amazing stories.

There are celebrities who rarely, if ever, make fashion faux pas. In this issue, our cover story focusses on 10 African entertainers who always look like a million bucks whether they are in front of the camera or out and about. What kind of gift are you getting your dad? This Being Father’s Day month, turn to Men and their Toys and check out our gift guide. We have a wish list for all types of dads, from classic, sophisticated, outdoorsy to rugged – we’re sure you’ll get something that he’ll appreciate. Celebrity dads also talk about fatherhood and the joys of parenting in our celebrity profile article. 
 As the only original cast member of MTV’s Shuga to have appeared in all five seasons, Nick Mutuma’s career is on the rise. We sat down with the actor who shared tips to his success and what he has in store for fans. We also caught up with rapper Khaligraph Jones who, other than setting the record straight on the bleaching rumours, talked about his childhood, getting into music and staying relevant.
In Fashion, we give you a compilation of some of our best spreads from some of the most creative stylists that have worked with us. Want to know who they are? Turn to Running the Show. How well do you take care of your lips, ladies? Read Celebrity Beauty on tips for getting rid of cracks and achieving smooth, luscious lips. In Health, find out which celebrities are battling autoimmune diseases and get tips from dermatologist Dr. Pranav Pancholi on how to manage the illnesses. In Fine Dining, Chef Rahul Rana will rock your palate with recipes for some of the best Pan-Asian cuisine in town. 
Flip through your favourite sections on travel, décor, relationships and etiquette, where our guru gives you tips on polishing up on decorum. There is something for everyone in this issue. Buy your copy from the nearest supermarket or vendor today!

There is that one couple that you admire because they look good together and they are winning in life. This month we give you African celebrity couples who are doing just that. We caught up with Mwaniki Mageria, founder of Kalasha Awards who opened up about family, emceeing and elevating Kenya’s film industry. 
What are the challenges of working with family members? Sisters Erica and Tina Campbell who form the gospel duo Mary Mary open up about the ups and downs of working together, going solo, motherhood and how they’ve survived the music industry for 19 years. 
90s trends are back! Ladies, check out fashion to see how the urban, independent woman can develop her own interpretation of the trends using menswear for inspiration. Men, how well do you know your boots? In Men’s Style we give you titbits on how to choose the perfect boots for every occasion.  
In Fine dining, Italian chef Marco Pancelli shares recipes for yummy dishes that will take you on an Italian cuisine journey. 
Flip through your favorite sections on travel, décor, relationships and etiquette, where our guru gives you tips on polishing up on decorum. There is something for everyone in the July issue.

There are celebrities who rarely, if ever, make fashion faux pas. In this issue, our cover story focuses on 10 African entertainers who always look like a million bucks whether they are in front of the camera or out and about. What kind of gift are you getting your dad? This Being Father’s Day month, turn to Men and their Toys and check out our gift guide. We have a wish list for all types of dads, from classic, sophisticated, outdoorsy to rugged – we’re sure you’ll get something that he’ll appreciate. Celebrity dads also talk about fatherhood and the joys of parenting in our celebrity profile article. 
 As the only original cast member of MTV’s Shuga to have appeared in all five seasons, Nick Mutuma’s career is on the rise. We sat down with the actor who shared tips to his success and what he has in store for fans. We also caught up with rapper Khaligraph Jones who, other than setting the record straight on the bleaching rumors, talked about his childhood, getting into music and staying relevant.
In Fashion, we give you a compilation of some of our best spreads from some of the most creative stylists that have worked with us. Want to know who they are? Turn to Running the Show. How well do you take care of your lips, ladies? Read Celebrity Beauty on tips for getting rid of cracks and achieving smooth, luscious lips. In Health, find out which celebrities are battling autoimmune diseases and get tips from dermatologist Dr. Pranav Pancholi on how to manage the illnesses. In Fine Dining, Chef Rahul Rana will rock your taste buds with some of the best Pan-Asian cuisine recipes in town. 
Flip through your favorite sections on travel, décor, relationships and etiquette, where our guru gives you tips on polishing up on decorum. There is something for everyone in this issue. Buy your copy from the nearest supermarket or vendor today!

In this month’s cover story, we caught up with Vimal Shah, former CEO of Bidco Africa and industrialist who has changed the edible oils market in East Africa. Read his story to find out about his new role, lessons he learned from his father and how he spends his downtime. We talked to legendary African footballer Jay Jay Okocha who talked about the highs and lows of his career, getting married at a young age, life after retirement and the importance of family. Uber has had its ups and downs since hitting the Kenyan market. In a candid interview, we spoke to the East African General Manager, Loic Amado, who revealed how the company is helping create jobs for Kenyan drivers, the benefits they get and the impact of the company in East Africa. Hollywood’s open secret to looking young and vibrant no matter the age is plastic surgery but find out which celebrities got more than they bargained for when they went under the knife in our health section. In Celebrity Beauty, find out when it’s time to throw out your makeup.  If you love the outdoors, find out what must-have camping gadgets to invest in in Men and their Toys. Grab your copy of DRUM East Africa for these and more amazing stories.

In this month’s cover story we talk to one of Kenya’s most successful lawyers and now presidential candidate Philip Murgor. In the interview, we discover other facets that make the man as he talks about raising his three children, the impact his mother had in his life and his relationship with his beautiful wife, Lady Justice Agnes Murgor. Read the story to find out how he spends his free time, his stance on gender equality, how he stays fit and what he had to give up when he joined the presidential race. If you are an avid gamer, the rare gems in the Men and their Toys section will be a treat. Ladies, turn to the fashion spread and see how much fun you can have with fur.
 Don’t know what to prepare for your family and friends during the Easter Holiday? In Fine Dining, chefs Maina and Cecilia have revamped some classic recipes just for you. In Tavern, try our recipes for some delicious cocktails that will surely be a hit during the holiday. If you’re planning a vacation to Zanzibar for Easter, take the spice tour. It is an exciting, eye-opening trip on the flavorful spices that the island has to offer. For tips, turn to our travel section. Don’t have anything to watch? Enjoy our pick of the latest movies in the reviews section. Flip through your favorite sections on health, relationships and etiquette, where our guru gives you tips on polishing up on decorum. There is something for everyone in this issue. Buy your copy from the nearest supermarket or vendor today!

We start off the month with Africa’s favorite band, Sauti Sol. Other than their shared love of music, find out what makes them the success that they are, who has two left feet and if there are any wedding bells in any of their near future. 
If you love experimenting in the kitchen, the recipes we have for you in the fine dining section will be a treat. Try the easy to make seafood dishes and thank us later. 
Catch up with Nigerian-British satire comedian Ikenna Azuike and find out all about his recent visit to Kenya and what he has in store for his fans in What’s Up Africa, his show. 
Ripped abs, washboard abdomens, enviable biceps, killer calves; we all want them. Turn to our health section for the latest fitness trends that celebrities are following to attain sexy defined bodies. 
Planning a trip to Hawaii? Check out our travel section for tips and activities to do while on there. 
Flip through your favourite sections such as Men and their Toys, Fashion and Relationships. In etiquette, our decorum guru gives you advice that you need to have on your fingertips. Buy your copy from the nearest supermarket or vendor today for these and so much more!

February is the month of love and to celebrate, our cover story is on East Africa’s power couples. Read their stories to find out what makes them a cut above the rest. In Celebrity Beauty, find out celebrity makeup artist Karsha’s seven secrets to beautiful, flawless skin. In Celebrity Style, Sharon Mundia Leteipan shows us how to pair and play with detailed print skirts. Catch up with Awilo Longomba, the flamboyant king of techno soukouss, who is also a loving, dedicated father and a spiritual man who was never afraid to follow his heart.
Want to learn simple ways to whip up exotic meals? Learn how, from Chef John A. Getanda who can turn what could be a basic, bland meal into a classic dish that tempts the senses in every way.  If you’re looking for a romantic valentine’s getaway with your significant other, read about the Stellenbosch wine festival in South Africa that promises great times, good wine and so much more. With the 89th academy awards going down this month, check out the must-watch films whose lead actresses are in the running for the best actress award. Grab you copy today for these more interesting stories in your favorite sections of DRUM EA.

Gracing our cover in this festive issue is Shaffie Weru who, in an exclusive interview talks about becoming a self-made millionaire, relationships, fatherhood and what he thinks of gossip rags. Which 10 African actresses are dominating our screens? Find out in Africa’s Gems. Get beauty tips and a sneak peek into Carole Mandi’s make-up bag in Celebrity Beauty where she reveals her most treasured make-up item and favourite make-up trick. 
In Men’s Style, fashion stylist Asha Mohamed explains how to dress up or down, your linen suit, depending on the result that you want to achieve, and we welcome the holidays with bright and dramatic swimwear in our fashion spread. Check out Women’s Style for 10 beach necessities that you will need to hit the beach during the holidays. 
Want to know which gadgets will make the festive season extra fun? How about what your favourite tech company has in store for you in 2017? Find out in Men and their Toys. To sharpen your culinary skills, we give you five of our best recipes which you should try your hand at. Check out Beach Vibes in our travel section for the best beaches in Africa. What’s Sam Fan Thomas’s wish for the younger generation of Kenyan artistes? Read Snap Chat and find out. Grab your copy of DRUM East Africa magazine for these and more juicy stories. Happy Holidays.

Our cover story this month is former Chief Justice Dr. Willy Mutunga. Want to know what his plans are after the supreme court, lessons he took from his job as the CJ, his thoughts on yoga and how he spends his down time? Read his story for these and much more. 

As part of the all-girl group Tattu, Angela Ndambuki entertained us with songs like Teso and Jua Lanyesha. Now a lawyer, find out how she's taken it upon herself to protect the rights of fellow entertainers in Kenya. Check out our fashion pages for an amazing spread by stylist Eddie Kirindo and learn how to make some scrumptious dishes from chef Christopher Lewis’s recipes.

Planning a vacation? Read the travel section to find out the hot spots to visit while in Rome. And in Men's Style, see which frames perfectly fit the shape of your head. Grab your copy for these and many more juicy stories in your favourite sections of DRUM East Africa.

This month we focus on Kenyan men and women who are putting our country on the map. Want to know who our 10 game changers are? Turn the pages. 
Not one to pull punches, Reverend Dr. Timothy Njoya opens up about the state of the nation, including the upcoming 2017 general elections and whether we have a candidate worth leading Kenya. 
The SUV market is exploding with new levels of opulence, luxury and speed. In Men and their Toys, find out how you can make a statement on the road with the latest 4x4s from heavyweights like Bentley and Lamborghini. 
From New York, Chef Pauline Pinnock shares her version of finding yum in Fine Dining and in our Relationship section, Fran explains what the Free Pass is and whether it is advisable for couples to have one.
Grab your copy for these and more juicy stories in the September issue of DRUM East Africa magazine.

In this issue of DRUM East Africa Magazine, we catch up with comedian Eric Omondi who opens up about meeting his fiancée Chantal Grazioli for the first time, planning their engagement, comedians who paved the way and becoming a brand. 

Eddie Kirindo is an unconventional fashion stylist. Check out the fashion pages where he shows you different ways to rock your gown this wedding season. 

We know which fork to use, the correct way to sip soup and how to use our napkins while eating. But what's the origin of the Fine dining rules we follow? Turn to the etiquette section to find out. 

From skydiving to cycling to the great wildebeest migration, check out our travel section for fun things to do this month.

In Snap Chat, Cameroonian Saxophonist Manu Dibango talks about taking the unbeaten path, his history with the late Papa Wemba and  Rihanna, Michael Jackson and Jay Z using lyrics from his famous song.

Grab your copy for these and other juicy stories in the August issue of DRUM East Africa magazine.

Do you believe in predestined love? Daddy Owen does, and Farida Wambui is the one for him. The award winning musician and his stunning wife who grace DRUM’s cover this month give us juicy details, including how they met, their courtship and grand wedding and life as a married couple. 
We’ve all heard about Copy Cat. But, how much do you know about its Founder and CEO, Nazir Noordin. In a candid interview, he opens up about family, his appreciation for  the finer things in life and his company’s longevity. In this issue, musician Sage Chemutai talks about King Kaka, raising her daughter and what she has in store for her fans. 
Check out our amazing fashion spread this month that’s based on the Woodabe women and read all about The Human Canvas to find out what extremes some people go to to alter their bodies. 
How well do you know how to set a table? In etiquette, our guru, Justina Wanjiru, will have you setting one effortlessly through her simple instructions. 
Grab your copy for more interesting reads in your favourite sections such as Travel, Men’s Style, Décor and Fine Dining.

On our cover this month is Machakos County’s First Lady, Lillian Ng’ang’a, who opens up about her relationship with Governor Alfred Mutua. Lillian talks about how they met, the causes she’s taken on as the First Lady, backlash when people found out about her relationship with Dr. Mutua, her upbringing, hobbies and future. In our feature, After the Cut, read all about the first African clinic that exclusively carries out FGM repair surgeries for victims who’ve undergone the cut. 
Men, turn to our Fashion pages where stylist Eddie Kirindo shows you how to put together looks that will have you stepping out in style.  Check out the battle of the engines in Men and their Toys where top car manufacturers such as Jaguar and Mercedes-Benz. Go head to head with their latest model releases.  
In Fine Dining, Chef James Kisia takes care of your sweet tooth with recipes for mouthwatering desserts, such as Kashata Nazi and Chai Crème Brûlée, with a Kenyan twist.  In décor, Loyce Adhiambo takes you through the beautiful King Post with Swahili and Arabic accents that bring the Coast closer to our capital, Nairobi. 
Our relationship guru Fran tackles questions such as how to help your partner get back in the saddle after childbirth and whether pierced genitalia is dangerous when it comes to having sex with a partner who has one. Grab you copy today for these more interesting stories in your favourite sections of DRUM EA.

In this new issue of DRUM, we catch up with the beautiful Citizen TV news anchor Anne Kiguta who is expecting her second child. Read her story to find out more about how she’s preparing for the birth of her child, co-parenting, growing spiritually and letting go of past hurts.
We had a heart-to-heart with the mix genius DJ Sadic who opened up about his DJ academy, fashion line, venturing out on his own after leaving the System Unit stable and why he only plays gospel music. Want to know what he had to say about DJ Crème’s scandal? Turn the pages. 
The Financial Times and TIME magazine have referenced his work. Find out how bestselling author, TED Fellow and customer experience guru, Joseph Pine, can make your business thrive for the long haul.  
Ladies, flip through our Fashion pages and let Eddie Kirindo’s genius blow your mind.  In Health, with the help of Dr. Abdullahi Adan, an accomplished reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgeon, we debunk some cosmetic myths that will shock you. 
In Fine Dining, Diana Kaluhi Adagala of Kaluhi’s Kitchen will tickle your taste buds with recipes filled with aromatic herbs and the sweet, enticing smell of fruits. 
Prepare for the Drone Olympics and let Isaiah Iraya, in Men and their Toys, take you through some of the coolest drones that would be contenders for the winning title if drone Olympics were invented. 
Flip through your favourite section on travel, relationships and etiquette for some advice from our gurus. There is something for everyone in this issue. Buy your May copy from the nearest supermarket or vendor today.

We usher in the new month with a fresh issue of DRUM that’s filled with amazing personalities and stories from East Africa. On our cover this month is the lovely Kalekye Mumo, KISS 100’s radio presenter. What motivated her to lose more than 40kilos? How has her life been, living with an incurable skin ailment since she was three, who is she dating? Turn the pages to find out this and more.
In a candid interview, Frank Ireri, Housing Finance’s Managing Director opens up about how he turned the firm’s fortunes around. Read his story to find out which measures he put in place enabled Housing Finance to post profits of Ksh 1 billion over the past three years. Also, read his story to find out how he spends his money and what he does during downtime with his family. 
Graphic prints are all the rage right now. Ladies, jump to our fashion spread where our fashion co-ordinator, Asha Mohamed, shows you how to put together a fun yet flattering optical illusion with geometric shapes and psychedelic colours. 
In Men and their Toys, we look at gadgets such as the headpal and laundroid, that men, as lovers of tech, purchase, not because they need them but because they ante their level of coolness. 
In Fine Dining, let chef Michael Rettenwender, who has prepared meals for the late king of pop, Michael Jackson, and Clint Eastwood, tickle your taste buds with recipes for his famous bread crusted sole goujon, fired melting crab croquettes and chocolate heaven. Try them out and have a party in your mouth. 
Grab your copy from the nearest supermarket or vendor today.

A new month means one thing – a fresh issue of DRUM with juicy stories from all over East Africa. Our cover story this month is Ababu and Priscah Namwamba. Public displays of affection come easy for these two and, with Priscah expecting their fifth child, this couple seems in love now more than ever before. How does Ababu find balance between family and politics? Why does he say his party ODM disappointed him? How does this couple keep the fire in their romance going? Read on to find out.
If you are a techie, turn to Men and their Toys where we give you amazing gadgets that make their way into the market this year. Find out what makes the Samsung Family Hub Refrigerator so special and why the Kodak 8mm camera should be on your to-buy list. If you’ve ever wanted to own a drone, check out what the Parrot’s Disco Drone is all about. 
March is a month lined with Fashion Weeks such as Paris, Mercedes-Benz and New York. With this in mind, we give you a throwback to some of our most iconic fashion displays through the years from some of the finest local designers and stylists. 
How well can you do a koroga? In Fine Dining, koroga master, Feysal Anthony Nair, gives you recipes for baleela honey wings, the Nair island rum pepper steak and other finger licking goodness. Try these recipes and you will be hooked. 
We have so much in store for you, including a chat with Vanessa Kiuna and her husband Robert Cubert, and a one on one with songstress Cece Sagini We solve your relationship and etiquette dilemmas, and travel to Hungary. If you’re a whiskey lover then the cocktail recipes in our Tavern section will be a delight. 
It’s a great issue for great people! Grab your copy from the nearest supermarket or vendor today.

It is the month of love and, to celebrate the season, DRUM’s February issue is packed with your favourite local and international personalities and stories. This month we bring you our favourite couples, including Ababu and Priscah Namwamba, Mark and Fiona Masai, Size 8 and DJ Mo. These couples share a bit about their struggles and how they overcome them. Read our cover story to find out who the other four couples are, and what we admire about each of them.  (Page 16 )
Tom Jones, Johnnie Walker’s global ambassador, has mingled  with A-list celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and Nicole Kidman, he’s sailed half the globe on the yacht where James Bond’s Skyfall was shot. Life couldn’t get better than this. Read on to find out all the amazing experiences that he’s packed into the five years that he’s been the face of this brand.  (Page 46 )
This Valentine’s Day, let your dark and sexy alter ego make an appearance in plunging necklines, short hemlines and daring lingerie in bold, ravishing colours. Ladies, turn to our fashion pages and let our stylist Asha Mohamed show you how. (Page 20)
Turn to Men and their Toys and find out about NASCAR’s rich history, how it continues to flourish and its contribution to Formula 1. Read the story and learn about the car manufacturers gearing up for 2016’s much anticipated and thrilling motorsport event. (Page 36 )
More and more people are striving to become healthier by switching up their diets. However, is going strictly vegan or vegetarian healthy? Turn to our health section to find out the detriments of these two diets. (Page 50 )
Flip through your favourite sections on Travel, Men and their Toys and Fine Living. Meet our chef of the month, Vanessa Mehri, who will tickle your taste buds with Swahili recipes you ought to try. In Etiquette, learn about the dos and don’ts for a perfect first date. There is something for everyone. Buy your copy from the nearest supermarket or vendor today!

There is no better way to begin the month or usher in the holidays than with our latest issue of DRUM EA, which is filled with amazing stories and personalities. We wrap up the year in style by giving you our top 50 Movers and Shakers of 2015 (page 18). Be they entertainers, sports personalities, members of the clergy or politicians, if they made an impact in 2015, they are on this list. 
We also caught up with the French Ambassador to Kenya and Somalia (page 60) Rémi Maréchaux who has traversed the globe during his many assignments. Read his story to know why this family man took a keen interest in Kiswahili, what he loves about Kenya and his future plans.
Whether you're a city girl trekking through the urban concrete jungle or visiting the country, you can always look to exotic, leafy palm prints to brighten your day. Ladies, check out our fashion pages (page 28) themed Rustic Palm Springs where you'll find an amazing, colourful spread.
Turn to our Fine Dining section (page 47) for some holiday soul food. With tasty but healthy delights, such as the marbley-baileys mousse and the chicken meloha served with brown nutty rice, you don't have to count calories after every bite during the holidays. We also share delicious cocktails you can prepare in a jiffy for a family get-together or a Christmas party with friends.
Throughout the year, we displayed swanky spaces with memorable, jaw-dropping interiors. In décor (page 54), we give you our top seven spaces and the reasons we fell in love with them.
With the festive season here, we decided to treat you to some gadgets on our wish list. Turn to Men and their Toys (page 44) and see what the makers of Harley Davidson have in store for you. Check out the car that is going to be the fastest ride in 2016 and the diamond-encrusted phone that is creating a buzz around town.

With the year almost ending, we start our countdown to 2016 in style with DRUM’s fashion icons of 2015. Read on to find out who else, alongside Julie Gichuru, Sharon Mundia, Lupita Nyong’o and Catherine Kasavuli, made it to our style icons’ list. From page 12 to 19.
We know Oyunga Pala from Man Talk, that column that got women riled up and had men nodding in agreement to his topic of choice. However, having been in the industry for close to two decades, Oyunga is just getting started. Turn to Page 8 and get his thoughts on the evolution of man, his creativity in the kitchen, his longevity in writing, and so much more.
Famous for its French cuisine, The Lord Erroll is a historic restaurant tucked away in the suburbs of Runda. Read on to find out how its name came about, its rich history and how simplicity and a lot of thought can result into elegant décor. Page 52 and 53.
From silky blouses to asymmetrical dresses drenched in dreamy watercolour pastels, ladies, turn to our fashion spread, from page 22 to29, and let us show you how to pull off a chic yet youthful, romantic and feminine trend.
What do you do when your palette craves something slightly above the usual sweet or savoury? In Fine Dining, our chef of the month, Avraj Singh Marwa, gives you recipes that will take you to cuisine heaven. From page 45 to 49.
We have so much in store for you, including a one-on-one with the coolest reggae family, Morgan Heritage, Hollywood actress and philanthropist, Connie Nielsen, Capital FM’s Amina Abdi and TED Talk Fellow and IT guru, Juliana Rotich. We solve your relationship and etiquette dilemmas, and travel to exotic Madagascar. If you’re a whisky lover then our Tavern section will be a delight.

Begin the month in style by grabbing DRUM'S birthday issue, which is packed with niceties, starting with the society wedding of the year. Fashion stylist Annabel Onyango and Sauti Sol's manager Marek Fuchs tied the knot in a stunning wedding and we have all the details! Turn to Page 10 and read their love story. Learn how they met, their chaotic engagement and future as Mr. and Mrs. Fuchs. 

We also caught up with Wanjira Mathai, the late Nobel Laureate Wangari Maathai's daughter. Read on, from Page 40, to find out about the difficult transition within the Green Belt Movement after the death of the Peace Prize Winner, the movement's campaigns, other than tree planting, across the country, the Wangari Muta Maathai Museum and Wanjira's plans to keep her mother's legacy alive. 

Travel with us to Prague, the Czech Republic's capital, where we take a tour of the Old Town and New Town. Turn to Page 58 to find out more about this city's extensive history, like owning the world's oldest working clock, and exciting sites that have been listed under the UNESCO World Heritage. 

In Fine Dining this month, we catch up with Miss Mandi, who is famous for her under a minute throw downs in the kitchen.  From Page 45, find out how to make her lime tikka chicken wings, strawberry shortcake mshikaki and so much more. 

Turn to Page 20 where, in fashion, Asha Mohamed shows you how to pull off off the shoulder peasant tops, daisy dukes, flowing dresses reminiscent of the hippy era and sky-high wedges to draw attention to your long, tanned legs. She also shows you how to pair the different outfits with bright boho accessories too.  

Whether it's health, etiquette, relationships, style and beauty, or décor, we have you covered. Flip through your favourite sections of DRUM for entertaining stories and captivating personalities from all over the continent - there is something for everyone. Buy your copy from the nearest supermarket or vendor today!

The start of a new month always means a new issue of DRUM that’s packed with your favourite local and international personalities and stories. Our cover feature this month is Governor William Kabogo, one of the wealthiest men in Kenya and a formidable politician. How does the Governor make his money and what does he spend it on? How did his childhood help shape him into the father he is? Jump to Page 12 to get his take on religion, life before politics and so much more.
How adventurous are you when it comes to preparing meals? In Fine Dining, from Page 47, learn how to creatively combine ingredients for delicious treats such as chilli chocolate orange cheesecake. Also, meet Tamara Nerima, our chef this month, whose love for creating and experimenting has become a catharsis she looks forward to whenever she gets inspired to put together a new and exciting culinary experience for her clients.
How much fun can you have with black and white? Not only are these two classic and timeless colours, they’re also the ideal chic get-ups for any occasion. Jump to our fashion section from Page 22 and learn how to take sexy to new heights with bold and interesting patterns and prints.

There is no better way to usher in a new month than with the latest issue of DRUM magazine. Our personalities, starting with our cover Catherine Kasavuli, will blow your socks off. With more than three decades in media, Kasavuli remains as beautiful as ever. However, is she ready to throw in the towel, and what's the beauty secret to looking so young? What are her most memorable career moments? Read our cover story from Page 12 to find out these and so much more. 
In an exclusive interview with Lupita Nyong'o, get Award-winner's thoughts on chances of winning a second Oscar, and why she became the Global Elephant Ambassador for WildAid. Fashion stylist Micaela Erlanger and hairstylist Vernon Francois give us the scoop on how they get Lupita ready for the red carpet. Is she an easy person to work with? Does she keep the dresses and accessories she dons on the red carpet? What inspires the different looks and hairstyles? Turn to Page56 and find out.

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WHO IS DRUM?

1959: TIME Magazine says "DRUM is the first ever lifestyle magazine in Africa."
63: How old the DRUM brand since inception in South Africa.
2004: DRUM EA launches in Kenya.
2004: DRUM, the movie, is made into a Hollywood feature film starring Taye Diggs.
2006: DRUM wins Best South African Film at the Durban International Film Festival.
2008: DRUM EA relaunches to become East Africa’s premier society magazine.
2008: Profiles movers and shakers; influencers; the powerful, rich, mighty; decision makers; trendsetters; opinion shapers: their homes, lifestyles, achievements and right of reply.
2010: Published by Carole Mandi Media Limited. CMM also publishes True Love EA and Home & Living EA.
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11. TJENESTEN OG ALLE PUBLIKASJONER LEVERES PÅ EN «SOM DEN ER»- OG «SOM TILGJENGELIG»-BASIS. MAGZTER, DETS TILKNYTTEDE SELSKAPER, LEVERANDØRER, LISENSGIVERE OG AGENTER FRASKRIVER SEG UTTRYKKELIG ALLE GARANTIER AV ENHVER SLAG, ENTEN UTTRYKKELIGE ELLER IMPLISITTE, INKLUDERT MEN IKKE BEGRENSET TIL DE IMPLISITTE SELGERGARANTIENE, EGNETHET FOR SPESIFIKKE FORMÅL OG IKKE-KRENKELSE. UTEN Å BEGRENSE DET OVENNEVNTE GARANTERER VERKEN MAGZTER ELLER DETS TILKNYTTEDE SELSKAPER, LEVERANDØRER, LISENSGIVERE ELLER AGENTER AT (I) TJENESTEN VIL INNFRI DINE KRAV, (II) TJENESTEN VIL VÆRE UFORSTYRRET, RETTIDIG, SIKKER ELLER FEILFRI (III) INFORMASJONEN SOM KAN FÅS FRA BRUKEN AV TJENESTEN ELLER SOM KAN VÆRE I PUBLIKASJONENE VIL VÆRE NØYAKTIG ELLER PÅLITELIG, ELLER (IV) KVALITETEN PÅ EVENTUELLE PUBLIKASJONER ELLER TJENESTEN VIL INNFRI DINE FORVENTNINGER. DU ER ALENE ANSVARLIG FOR Å SKAFFE OG VEDLIKEHOLDE EN PÅLITELIG INTERNETTILKOBLING OG ENHETEN DIN. MAGZTER ER IKKE ANSVARLIG FOR DIN MANGLENDE EVNE TIL Å LASTE NED INNHOLD. ALT MATERIALE SOM LASTES NED ELLER PÅ ANNEN MÅTE FÅS VIA BRUK AV TJENESTEN, GJØRES PÅ DITT EGET ANSVAR OG DIN EGEN RISIKO, OG DU STÅR ALENE ANSVARLIG FOR EVENTUELLE SKADER PÅ DITT DATASYSTEM ELLER DIN MOBILE ENHET ELLER TAP AV DATA SOM OPPSTÅR FRA NEDLASTING AV SLIKT MATERIALE. INGEN RÅD ELLER INFORMASJON, VERKEN MUNTLIG ELLER SKRIFTLIG, FÅTT AV DEG FRA MAGZTER ELLER VIA ELLER FRA TJENESTEN SKAL UTGJØRE NOEN FORM FOR GARANTI.

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8. Magzter forbeholder seg alle rettigheter til å overvåke innholdet som publiseres og legges inn av deg for å avgjøre om du er i samsvar med disse vilkårene og betingelsene og andre driftsregler fastsatt av Magzter. Magzter har rett til å ta beslutninger om innholdet og slette dem etter eget forgodtbefinnende.

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Detaljer om det støtende innholdet, inkludert koblingen dens på plattformen vår

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Gi dine kjære et Magzter-gavekort umiddelbart og gi dem friheten til å lese favorittmagasinene og -avisene sine fra tusenvis av bestselgende titler.

Gi dine kjære et Magzter-gavekort umiddelbart og gi dem friheten til å lese favorittmagasinene sine fra tusenvis av bestselgende titler.

Gi dine kjære et Magzter-gavekort umiddelbart og gi dem friheten til å lese favorittmagasinene sine blant {{magCount}} bestselgende internasjonale titler.

Girish Ramdas er medgründer og administrerende direktør for Magzter, en New York-basert oppstartsbedrift som har laget oppstyr i den globale digitale publiseringsvirksomheten. Magzter har nådd 80 millioner brukere siden oppstarten i 2011 fra mer enn 150+ land med tusenvis av magasiner, aviser og bøker fra mer enn 4500 utgivere over hele verden. Han har mer enn 25 års erfaring innen publisering på tvers av plattformer, inkludert trykk-, mobil- og webutvikling. I løpet av denne perioden har han vært med å grunnlegge og drive tre vellykkede oppstartsbedrifter. Han har gjort det mulig for magasinbedrifter å bli digitale og hjelper dem med å tjene penger på innholdet i den digitale verden. Girish' omfattende bransjeerfaring innen nett-, mobil- og publiseringsøkosystemer har gjort ham til en ekspert på anskaffelse, markedsføring og inntektsgenerering av digitalt innhold på tvers av globale plattformer.

I tilfelle du kommer over støtende innhold på plattformen vår, har vi innført retningslinjer for klagehåndtering for å behandle henvendelsene dine.

Magzter Inc. («bedrift», «vi», «oss» eller «vår/våre») vet at du bryr deg om hvordan personopplysningene dine brukes og deles. Les følgende personvernregler («retningslinjer») for å lære mer om personvernpraksisen vår. Ved å besøke noen av nettstedene som drives av selskapet, og eventuelle underdomener derav, eller ved å bruke noen av våre mobilapper og andre metoder for innholdsdistribusjon (samlet omtalt som «tjeneste»), erkjenner du at du godtar praksisen og retningslinjene skissert i disse retningslinjene, og du samtykker herved til at vi samler inn, bruker og deler informasjonen din på følgende måter.

Magzter Inc. er verdens største og raskest voksende selvbetjente digitale aviskiosk på tvers av plattformer med over 80 millioner brukere siden oppstarten i 2011 og med tusenvis av magasiner og aviser på tvers av 40+ kategorier og 60+ språk. Med hovedkontor i New York, har Magzter lokal tilstedeværelse i Amsterdam, London, Mexico by, Chennai, Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru og Singapore, og vi vil snart utvide til andre land. Magzter ble grunnlagt av de globale entreprenørene Girish Ramdas og Vijay Radhakrishnan i juni 2011, og gjør det mulig for magasin- og avisutgivere over hele verden å lage og levere digitale utgaver av titlene deres for globale forbrukere.

Magzter er forpliktet til å tilby en trygg og sikker plattform til våre brukere. Vær oppmerksom på at Magzter bare er en plattform der utgivere kan distribuere innholdet sitt. Vi kontrollerer eller støtter ikke innholdet som publiseres på plattformen vår. Vi kan ikke holdes ansvarlige for handlingene til våre utgivere eller deres innhold.

Magzter er ikke ansvarlig for å kompensere noen part som har lidd skade eller pådratt seg kostnader på grunn av innhold, eller deler av innholdet, som krenker deres rettigheter. Magzter er ikke ansvarlig for noen rettslige skritt i sivilrett for brudd på rettigheter forårsaket av innhold, eller deler av innholdet, som krenker rettighetene til en tredjepart.

Magzter tilbyr verdens største {{allyoucanread}} abonnementstjeneste kalt {{gold}}, som gir digitale lesere ubegrenset tilgang til 9000+ magasiner og aviser for en månedlig abonnementspris. Magzter har også det største antallet historier i verden med sin revolusjonerende ezRead 2.0-funksjon for appene sine, som lar smarttelefon- og mobilbrukere med små skjermer nyte magasininnhold slik det var ment å bli lest, med artikkeltekst som er lett å lese og med fantastiske videoer og bilder i høy oppløsning.

Magzter tilbyr verdens største «alt du kan lese»-abonnementstjeneste kalt Magzter GOLD som gir digitale lesere ubegrenset tilgang til 9000+ magasiner og aviser for en månedlig abonnementspris. Magzter har også verdens største antall historier revolusjonerende ezRead 2.0-funksjon for appene sine, som gjør det mulig for smarttelefonbrukere og mobilbrukere med små skjermer å nyte magasininnhold, med artikkeltekst som er lett å lese og ledsages av fantastiske videoer og bilder i høy oppløsning.

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Merk: Dette vil bare dele omslaget og utgivelsesinformasjonen, men ikke innholdet.

Fyll ut dette skjemaet hvis du trenger hjelp til å publisere innholdet ditt på Magzter

Før Magzter var han president for Dot Com Infoway (DCI) og Galatta Media. Hans oppgaver inkluderte strategisk markedsføring, partnerskapsutvikling og inntektsgenerering av innhold globalt. DCI vokste fra et lite team på 3 i 2000 til 300 innen 2011 og drev med utvikling av web, programvare og apper for kunder over hele verden.

Siden vi lanserte har Magzter vært forpliktet til å samarbeide med globale organisasjoner for å tilby best mulig aviskiosk-teknologi og -service til kundene våre. Enten du ønsker å tilby magasinabonnement til kundedatabasen din eller bare ønsker å finne ut mer, er Magzter forpliktet til å hjelpe bedriften din å vokse. For å finne ut mer fyll ut spørreskjemaet nedenfor:

DMCA tillater oss å gjenopprette det fjernede innholdet hvis parten som sender inn det opprinnelige DMCA-varselet ikke går til rettssak mot deg innen ti virkedager etter å ha mottatt kopien av innsigelsen din.

Disse retningslinjene dekker selskapets behandling av personopplysninger («personopplysninger») og annen informasjon om deg og din datamaskin eller enhet som selskapet samler inn når du får tilgang til tjenesten. Vi kan samle inn personopplysninger fra deg, som forklart mer detaljert nedenfor, og vi bruker disse personopplysningene internt i forbindelse med tjenestene våre, inkludert for å tilpasse, tilby og forbedre våre produkter, tjenester, innhold og annonser, og for å tillate deg å sette opp en brukerkonto og profil, for å kontakte deg, for å oppfylle dine forespørsler om visse produkter og tjenester, og for å analysere hvordan du bruker tjenestene. I visse tilfeller kan vi også dele noen personopplysninger med tredjeparter, men bare som beskrevet i punkt 4.

Denne tittelen er inkludert i Magzter GOLD-abonnementet ditt

For å analysere kvaliteten på innholdet og gi passende tilbakemeldinger til utgivere

Vi har utpekt en klageansvarlig for å behandle eventuelle klager knyttet til støtende innhold.

Vi ber om at enhver klage relatert til støtende innhold sendes til klageansvarlig via e-post til den ovennevnte e-postadressen. Vi ber også om at du oppgir følgende detaljer når du sender inn en klage:

og appen som gir deg muligheten til å bestille, abonnere og motta levering av ulike magasiner, bøker, nyheter og magasin- og publikasjonsrelatert innhold (samlet kjent som «publikasjoner») og få disse digitale versjonene av publikasjonene levert til deg

c. Vi samler også inn informasjon knyttet til din bruk av applikasjonen for å gi personlige anbefalinger. Hvis du oppgir din brukertilgangen for tredjepartskontoer til oss, forstår du at noe innhold og/eller informasjon i disse kontoene («tredjeparts-kontoinformasjon») kan overføres til kontoen din hos oss hvis du godkjenner slike overføringer, og at tredjeparts-kontoinformasjon som sendes til tjenesten, dekkes av disse retningslinjene.

f. Med personopplysningene vi samler inn kan vi svare på dine forespørsler, forbedre produktene og tjenestene våre, tilpasse annonsene og innholdet du ser, og kommunisere med deg om nye produkter.

er verdens største og raskest voksende, selvbetjente digitale aviskiosk på tvers av plattformer med over 88 millioner brukere siden oppstarten i 2011 og tusenvis av magasiner og aviser på tvers av 40+ kategorier og 60+ språk. Med hovedkontor i New York, har Magzter sin lokale tilstedeværelse i Amsterdam, London, Mexico City, Chennai, Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru, Singapore, og vil snart utvide til andre land. Magzter ble grunnlagt av de globale gründerne Girish Ramdas og Vijay Radhakrishnan i juni 2011, og gjør det mulig for magasin- og avisutgivere over hele verden å lage og levere digitale utgaver av titlene deres til globale forbrukere.

n. Vi vil også bruke bruksinformasjon for å sikre at brukerne overholder våre bruksvilkår. For eksempel vil en brukers bruksinformasjon hjelpe oss med å bekrefte at en bruker bare laster ned magasiner eller annet innhold det tillatte antallet ganger eller til det tillatte antallet enheter.

som gir digitale lesere ubegrenset tilgang til 9000+ magasiner og aviser for en månedlig abonnementspris. Magzter har også det største antallet historier i verden med sin revolusjonerende ezRead 2.0-funksjon for appene sine, som lar smarttelefon- og mobilbrukere med små skjermer nyte magasininnhold slik det var ment å bli lest, med artikkeltekst som er lett å lese og med fantastiske videoer og bilder i høy oppløsning.

{{magzter}} er verdens største og raskest voksende, selvbetjente digitale aviskiosk på tvers av plattformer med over 88 millioner brukere siden oppstarten i 2011 og tusenvis av magasiner og aviser på tvers av 40+ kategorier og 60+ språk. Med hovedkontor i New York, har Magzter sin lokale tilstedeværelse i Amsterdam, London, Mexico City, Chennai, Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru, Singapore, og vil snart utvide til andre land. Magzter ble grunnlagt av de globale entreprenørene Girish Ramdas og Vijay Radhakrishnan i juni 2011, og gjør det mulig for magasin- og avisutgivere over hele verden å lage og levere digitale utgaver av titlene deres til globale forbrukere.

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