Off The Pavement

on the 20th November we had the pleasure of putting on a special "Chi and Friends" event to help launch a campaign around ending gender based violence with the Embassy of Sweden. We had different artists lend their voices, their art and their thoughts on this topic and a wonderful night was had at the Swedish Embassy Residence. The arts have always been a powerful tool in helping to open up discourse and change societies attitudes towards different issues, and at "Chi and Friends" we are proud to be able to jump in and lend our different talents to a more equal and peaceful future for all. #my255 #ChiAndFriends #ChiAndFriends4ACause #CnF #music #poetry #floe #rap #comedy #bellyfull #art #dance #TheTzScene #SupportYaOwn #NewEditionLoading https://www.instagram.com/p/B5lMGhHn3AR/?igshid=17e50r425gpah

#ChiAndFriends is doing a special edition this month with the Embassy of Sweden highlighting issues around gender based violence using some phenomenal dancers, artists, poets and musicians. Keepin it short but sweet on the 20th November...be sure to register your name at the email below the poster to attend this night #my255 #ChiAndFriends #ChiAndFriends4ACause #EndGBV #music #poetry #floe #rap #comedy #bellyfull #art #dance #TheTzScene #SupportYaOwn https://www.instagram.com/p/B46496nnFdN/?igshid=6an8mytiekao

Repost by @reposta.app_ ——— Pecha Kucha Dar es Salaam Vol 20 is happening tonight. Pecha Kucha is a presentation format where speakers create 20 slides which run for 20 seconds each making clear and concise presentations on their passion projects, creative plans, start-ups, community work and so much more. This is a great night to meet people doing interesting and great things in the Dar community and to network over some entertainment. It's a Show 'n Tell meets Happy Hour and Open Mic ending with some live entertainment. See you tonight at Triniti Bar for a night with a difference. Poster Design: @nickson_jerome #my255 #CreativeEvents #PechaKuchaPosters #PechaKucha255 #PechaKuchaDarEsSalaam #PKDSM #PK255 #PechaKucha #PkNights #BongoEvents #Creatives #Entrepreneurs #Passion https://www.instagram.com/p/B4kU3d6nZfy/?igshid=cjp4o1rpabfr

Yesterday was a looooooong ting bruv! But at least it ended with macarons and belgian chocolates brought together through rehearsals of me jumping into a new thing and then followed by some art n crafts All worth the shitty start. So I take from that "Chin up, the day aint over yet!" Here's to a new one with a better start... #my255 #Blossoming #musicalexplorer #singer #songwriter #songstress #acousticsoul #Foodiegram #NomNomNom #yummy #sweettooth #artenthusiast #diy #crafty #LemonMacaronsAreHeaven #TheyNeverFailMe #HintHintNudgeNudge https://www.instagram.com/p/B4EdLE6n6eN/?igshid=1dddyrehzojpe

Next week Thursday, 3rd Oct, we are bringing in the new month with music poetry and comedy from the #ChiAndFriends fam bam and some new faces. Dont miss out on the culture at @trinitibarandguesthouse #my255 #ChiAndFriends #music #poetry #floe #rap #comedy #bellyfull #art #dance #TheTzScene #SupportYaOwn https://www.instagram.com/p/B24RhCbnct_/?igshid=1o8xhqrc6n9w7

It's going down next week Thursday 12th Sept, another instalment of #ChiAndFriends is happening at @trinitibarandguesthouse Dont miss out on the fresh sounds in music, poetry and conedy that this stage has to offer. Issa vibe 👐🏾🔥 See you there #my255 #ChiAndFriends #music #poetry #floe #rap #comedy #bellyfull #art #dance #TheTzScene #SupportYaOwn https://www.instagram.com/p/B18-OKanV3Y/?igshid=109eszdbrg2u0

This weekend has been jam packed with music, art, all the cultural tings and then some... This Sunday wind down was much needed and giving me perspective like maybe choose my battles but it was all worth it! #my255 #Blossoming #musicalexplorer #SupportYaOwn #music #poetry #floe #rap #comedy #bellyfull #art #dance #TheTzScene #songstress #songwriter #singer #acousticsoul #neosoul #nuso https://www.instagram.com/p/B14BOdmnHOJ/?igshid=otxkx557brxn

Been battling some sticky icky illness demons a couple days but Im back on my bullish.... So if you missed mine and other artists musical chops and poetic flows at the last @chi_and_friends heres some places to catch me acting up and celebrating life before this month ends Tonight!!!: at @trinitibarandguesthouse for Triniti Trivia (Theme - Shocking Events) Tomorrow!!! 22nd August @ @bar_in_dar for sundown smooth songs. Saturday!!! 24th August @ @makuti_dar for another epic installment of @the_lounge_tanzania Next Saturday!!! 31st August @ @nafasiartspace for a good cause @tlmtanzania theres a whole lot happening in support from yoga to facepainting and everything inbetween music...and our sheroes band! So much to do and catch me at lovely people #my255 #Blossoming #musicalexplorer #SupportYaOwn #songstress #songwriter #singer #musician #soulvibes #soul #neosoul #neorevolutionary #ChiAndFriends #music #poetry #floe #TheLoungeTZ #TheTzScene https://www.instagram.com/p/B1bTPcynLVw/?igshid=14wfmphl8phlb

Plans for this week you should all get onboard with.. The awesome tones of @destahaile taking over at @elementstz on Wednesday hosted by @fete_jen and @mkeka_mag. The super talented @sabithatsu and yours truly get the pleasure of opening up the night and I cannot wait to bring that fresh energy out on stage. See ya on Wednesday 24th July. #my255 #Blossoming #musicalexplorer #music #TheTzScene #ChiAndFriends #singer #songwriter #songstress #neosoul #soul #giglife https://www.instagram.com/p/B0OXs_GHjtE/?igshid=1sr477wc6jzxs

This month of July "Chi and Friends" is foregoing our open mic session to make space to build up the scene we so love being a part of in a different way. There will be a "Chi and Friends" Workshop on the 19th July with the help of and being held at @nafasiartspace to teach 15 participants how to create an Electronic Press Kit. Spaces will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. So be sure to e-mail and register as soon as possible. #4theculture #SupportYaOwn #my255 #ChiAndFriends #music #poetry #floe #rap #comedy #bellyfull #art #dance #TheTzScene #WerkShop (at Dar es Salaam, Tanzania) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz2_he5n9R5/?igshid=1981hljiw7ccv

I shed a lot of tears this past weekend and have some stuff to get through by the grace and support of my tribe. But I also had such a fantastic time and moments which I definitely need to remember to cling to...where genuine happiness just overfilled this sometimes empty cup I call a heart. Grateful for the times that fill and nourish my soul...I am in search of more of them in my life and memories. #my255 #OnAJourney #musicalexplorer #songwriter #songstres #beachlyfe #saturdaze #TalkItOut #IntoExistence https://www.instagram.com/p/BykZkItnSFq/?igshid=2us3b7qa1vnq

Back at it..vibin to some new toons/old toons/toons I'd forgotten/toons that popped up recommended and all that jazz Feeling all women energy powerful right now so jamabamalong to these Queens on Sunrise Mix 57. Find the mix and others in the link on my page. #musicalexplorer #artenthusiast #grafix #Songwriter #Songstress #Queening #SunriseMix #ChiMixes #FKATwigs #RHYE #JoyCrookes #Hunnah #Mahalia #Solange #RayBlk #Kaiit https://www.instagram.com/p/BykHVTmHnJ0/?igshid=2qe3voelmn0n

And the next one's coming along ... #my255 #OnAJourney #music #TheTzScene #giglife #songwriter #songstress #soul #neosoul #BGM #ChiAndFriends #musicalexplorer #jamband #CrazyMondays #OnAPastNote (at Red Monkey Lodge Zanzibar) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx4DPpbnzCw/?igshid=5ogos110o0au

On the 9th May, I am taking over the Slow Sessions stage with some soulful toons and a band like no other! Come thru, come thru for some of that good good at @the_slow_leopard_bar this Thursday. #my255 #OnAJourney #musicalexplorer #giglife #songwriter #songstress #jamband #music #TheTzScene #ChiAndFriends https://www.instagram.com/chibist90/p/BxKJ_Fgn_I8/?igshid=55d9ifi6nkzv

"One thing bout music when it hit you feel no pain..." Everything blurs in comparison to being on stage and sharing that energy and emotion. Thanks to @lyricist_lounge_tz for giving me the space to let loose these last 5 years. 📸 @andrewmunuwa #my255 #OnAJourney #musicalexplorer #giglife #songstress #songwriter #TheTzScene #LLTZ https://www.instagram.com/chibist90/p/BveKH84n0qc/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1d46e6x3we455

We are gearing up for the next #ChiAndFriends happening on the 4th April at @trinitibarandguesthouse. There are new poets, musicians comedy and then some on this new edition! Dont miss out next week Thursday on these good vibes. #my255 #music #rap #poetry #floe #comedy #bellyfull #art #dance #TheTzScene https://www.instagram.com/chi_and_friends/p/BvdrCSuHeC2/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1y177snyo4n6z