Blame The Deteriorating Level Of Literacy On The ‘Xwitx’, ‘Plz’, ‘XOXO’ Generation

The need to keep up with the Smartphone technology that only has 160 characters for a single message has caused a wave of confusion among everyone given that people have devised ways to keep their SMS in line with their intentions.

However, only a certain percentage of those who sent and receive short text messages actually understand the intended idea in the message. For instance, we have a bunch of teenagers who replace X with S and their messages go like “Hey there, plz w8 4 me in yo rum. Xoxo”

Sincerely speaking, just a few people particularly those within the Y Generation understand these messages. According to the Education permanent secretary Jacob Kaimenyi, the dismal performance displayed in the 2013 KCSE exams were somewhat directly blamable on technology especially due to the heightened dependence on electronic communication devices.

Apparently, the texting craze has taken over what was once written and as Kaimenyi pointed out, this aspect is having a devastating effect on the performance of many students. This is so because the literacy levels of many students are dropping significantly if the 2013 KCSE results are anything to go by.

With the majority of users of social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook being the Y Generation, words like or whatever they are for that matter, ‘pls’, ‘txt’, xoxo, ‘sam1’ and kam among others are very common.

Their continued use is definitely having a seeable effect on the literacy levels of many of us within this generation commonly referred to as the ‘lost’, ‘X’, ‘Y’ and ‘Baby boomer’ generation. Given that the increase in use of the xoxo wording is being fueled by the Smartphone technology, it is agreeable to ascertain that level of literacy among some of the youths is emanating from their increased dependence of technology gadgets.

Even though it is somehow understandable that the 160 character limit is inhibiting our mode of texting, it is important to consider our modifications. There are many ways one can send a text and avoid sounding like an illiterate person and thus, we have a choice.

Juliani Teams Up With Jaguar To Rescue ‘Kalamashaka’ Rappers From Drug Addiction

Kenyan Top Gospel Rapper Juliani and Nairobi flamboyant Singer Jaguar have come out to express their concern for the increased drug addiction problem among Kenyan Artists. This comes after a disturbing article that was published by one of the dailies on a story of Rap Pioneers ‘Kalamashaka’ which has two of its members ruined by drugs.

Jaguar who is also a former drug addict says he was really moved by Johnny Vigetti’s story. Johnny Vigetti was released from prison the very day Jaguar was shooting his Kioo video at the industrial prison. Jaguar’s Kioo track talks much about his struggles during his drug addiction days.

Johnny for along time was Juliani’s Mentor and he is accredited for Juliani’s success in the rap industry. Juliani has thus vowed to fight tooth and nail to help him overcome his addiction. “We are trying to help Vigetti beat the addiction. Plans are already underway to take him to a rehab,” says Juliani.

On the other hand, Jaguar told the standard that with the little that he has, he’s been trying to help artists involved in drugs overcome their addiction. “I have been trying to help these talented Kenyans who inspired a generation and made them dare to dream from the ghettos across Africa. It is time for the industry to help their own,”

Out of the three Kalamashaka members, only Kama is not an addict. He is currently a lecturer at some prestigious American Universities giving lessons on Hip-hop culture in Africa.

Diamond Platnumz Reveals The Secret To His Success

Celebrated Bongo Flava artiste Diamond Platnumz is a household name across East Africa and after his recent collaboration with Nigeria’s Davido in the Number One remix, he is quickly conquering the West Africa fan base too.

Diamond’s journey to fame is one that is inspiring and his fans watched him grow from the young skinny boy in the ‘Nenda Kamwambie’ video to the polished, built and classy guy that he is today. It is through his talent, dedication and hard work that he is where he is today and despite haters that have tried to bring him down, he only gets better and mature as an individual and his music.

Perhaps it is his great personality and humble nature that has all the finest Tanzanian women flocking after him but that is not what am on about. After all he is a taken man after he confirmed his reunion with former Miss Tanzanian and on and off girlfriend Wema Sepetu who btw looks really good with him. That aside, many have been questioning his rise to fame and all kinds of allegations have been brought up in regard to thr same.

The ‘Nataka Kulewa’ singer recently shared a picture with a caption that explained that his success came through his hardwork and strong faith in God,



Haijalishi ni kiasi gani unayaona maisha yako kuwa ni mabaya,..usikate tamaa ,kuna watu hawana viungo vyote vya mwili kama wewe,but Mungu Kakupa,unakula milo miwili,mitatu hata mmoja kwa siku,lakini kuna mtu sehemu anatamani ale tu hata hicho unachokibakiza mezani.

kuna mtu hana kitu kabisa,ana fight japo aendelee kuishi tu.Usikate tamaa siku zote amka ukiwa na moyo wa kusamehe,kushukuru kwa kila jambo na zaidi,appreciate kwa chochote Mungu anachokubaliki,Zingatia…MAFANIKIO NI LAZIMA KWA KILA ANAEFANYA KAZI KWA BIDII NA UAMINIFU.

( It doesn’t matter how bad you think your life is, don’t lose hope, there are people who lack body parts but you are lucky if you have no disability, if you eat three or even just one meal per day because there ios omeone somewhere who wishes he could have even if its your leftovers.

There is someone who has nothing at all, one who is struggling to leave. Don’t lose hope but wake up every day with a heart that is forgiving and grateful for every single thing and above all, appreciate everything that God has blessed you with. Keep in mind that success is inevitable to somebody who is hardworking and has strong faith)