Larry Madowo has fired back at critics questioning why he attended Charlene Ruto’s traditional engagement ceremony.

The CNN international correspondent was among the high-profile guests at Charlene Ruto and Tanzanian tech entrepreneur Isaya Yunge’s Koito in Kilgoris, Narok County, on Saturday.

Madowo was seen interacting with President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto, triggering a heated reaction online.

Some critics accused the journalist of betraying them, pointing to his previous coverage of the Ruto administration.

But Madowo appeared unfazed.

His response was blunt:

“Cancel Larry Madowo.”

The journalist is reportedly a longtime friend of Isaya Yunge, which may explain his presence at the private family celebration.

The episode has since reignited Kenya’s growing “cancel culture” debate, particularly over public figures who interact with politicians they have previously criticised.

For now, Madowo appears to have made his position clear.

Cancel him if you want. He showed up anyway.

Winnie Odinga has joked that Charlene Ruto “beat her to the husband” after attending her traditional wedding celebration in Kilgoris.

Raila Odinga’s youngest daughter was among the guests at Charlene Ruto and Isayah Yunge’s Koito on August 8.

After the colourful ceremony, Winnie shared a photo of the newlyweds and joked that her father had sent her to Tanzania, seemingly to find a husband.

Her punchline? Charlene had allegedly followed her there and “snatched” the opportunity.

The playful caption quickly sparked reactions online, with fans laughing over Winnie’s cheeky take on the wedding.

She congratulated Charlene, whom she described as her sister, and wished her and Isayah well.

Hush BK has finally broken his silence.

The fast-rising content creator and musician has issued a public apology after a copyright dispute led to his popular “Malebo” cover being pulled down from YouTube, sparking intense debate across Kenyan social media.

What started as a viral music cover quickly turned into a legal headache.

In a statement shared online, Hush BK expressed regret over the situation and apologized to everyone affected by the controversy. The takedown came after copyright concerns were raised over the song, forcing the cover off YouTube and triggering widespread reactions from fans.

The removal immediately caught attention online, with many supporters questioning what had happened behind the scenes. Others used the moment to reignite conversations about copyright rules, music ownership, and the risks creators face when releasing cover versions of popular songs.

For Hush BK, the fallout has been significant. The “Malebo” cover had already gained traction and was attracting strong engagement before disappearing from the platform.

The incident highlights a growing challenge facing Kenyan musicians and digital creators. As YouTube continues tightening copyright enforcement, even viral content can vanish overnight when ownership disputes emerge. Copyright claims and licensing disagreements have increasingly become a major issue for artists trying to build audiences online.