Novelist Toni Morrison Passes On at 88

Nobel laureate and US author Toni Morrison,88, has passed on following a short illness. Her family announced, adding, "She passed away peacefully last night [August 5th] surrounded by family and friends". Morrison, who became the first black woman to win the Nobel Prize in literature, is best known for her books "Song of Solomon" and "The Bluest Eye" among others. More information on her memorial and funeral to be announced at a later date.

Prolific writer and Nobel Laureate Toni Morrison has passed away at age 88 — here's why she will remain one of the most impactful storytellers of all time pic.twitter.com/0VFdzP4VnY

— NowThis (@nowthisnews) August 7, 2019

"If you can only be tall because somebody is on their knees, then you have a serious problem. And my feeling is white people have a very, very serious problem, and they should start thinking about what they can do about it."

Rest In Power Toni Morrisonpic.twitter.com/KD0mukv4x0

— Keith Boykin (@keithboykin) August 6, 2019

Toni Morrison was a national treasure, as good a storyteller, as captivating, in person as she was on the page. Her writing was a beautiful, meaningful challenge to our conscience and our moral imagination. What a gift to breathe the same air as her, if only for a while. pic.twitter.com/JG7Jgu4p9t

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 6, 2019

Governor Joho Hangs Out with Paris Hilton; KOT Reacts

Governor Joho shared a video hanging out with an international celebrity, Paris Hilton in Washington DC. Kenyans on Twitter shared their two cents on this, prompting the Mombasa governor's Director of Communication and Public Relations, Richard Chacha coming to his aide. "The pictures seen are just him having a few days off from work. He is entitled to 30 off days which he has never utilized since coming into office", said Chacha. Here are some of the Twitter reactions;

Mombasa Governor Joho enjoying life with Paris Hilton while Armed gangs are terrorizing people in Bamburi. Slaying all through instead of delivering for the people of Mombasa. We the people love populism. We hate development. That's who we are. pic.twitter.com/0cuWw1I1s3

— Lord Abraham Mutai (@ItsMutai) August 6, 2019

Hon. Ali Hassan Joho knows what it means to hang out with Quality people. Let the Governor enjoy his time with Paris Hilton. Security is the Function of the National Government. Wengine mnaweza endelea kufukuzana na hawa wenye huwaexpose DMs. ? pic.twitter.com/dgOQRf9jku

— BRAVIN™ (@ItsBravin) August 6, 2019

Why are people complaining eti Siijui Joho is not doing anything for Mombasa. Cant u clearly hear him marketing Mombasa in this vid. On top of that hule boy ame add 001.

Its so hard to please Kenyans ????

Si pia Uhuru ako Jamaica ? pic.twitter.com/yH6fVW3MVC

— Nasir (@nasirkenya) August 6, 2019

001 should just get a rate card and be an influencer for brands. This is not a politician. ?? #PlesidentKingston pic.twitter.com/GuxwEGKr8a

— City Boy Bazza (@barazamwabe) August 6, 2019

Bobi Wine Charged with 'Annoying' President Museveni

Bobi Wine has been charged with intending to "alarm, annoy or ridicule" President Yoweri Museveni, confirmed his lawyer, Asuman Basalirwa. The Ugandan pop star insisted that the charges were politically motivated to undermine his presidential ambitions. Wine is out on bail, following another ongoing treason charge, alongside 35 others.

Bobi Wine charged with 'annoying' Uganda's Museveni https://t.co/2dXIR0xH8Z pic.twitter.com/GxrbA5Vdf4

— BBC News Africa (@BBCAfrica) August 6, 2019

Statement on the unexplained kidnaps, torture and murder of several #PeoplePower supporters & other political activists. The intention of the perpetrators must be to break our spirits, but we shall never, ever give up the struggle for a better country. https://t.co/TjXG5cNNRc pic.twitter.com/mjca5Utz4r

— BOBI WINE (@HEBobiwine) August 5, 2019

BOBI WINE, Ugandan musician turned opposition figure, charged with annoying President Museveni over stoning of his convoy during 2018 campaign. pic.twitter.com/KchzAtyc4X

— NationBreakingNews (@NationBreaking) August 6, 2019

Big Square Founder, Morne Deetlefs Exits

Morne Deetlefs, founder of Big Square has exited the fast-food chain but still remains a director. The South-African born left the chain after being compensated by his business partners. "Mr. Deetlefs has decided to step down from the business and he is now establishing new business in Ghana. He is no longer on the normal day to day operations of the business," said Big Square's MD, Sebastian McKinlay, adding, "He has been well compensated after negotiating with the company."

Interesting shareholding:

"Apart from Mr Deetlefs the founder, the others were Joram Gatei, who is the son of Tuskys director Samuel Gatei, SA based private equity fund Uqalo that recently invested Sh404mn in the business and a Zimbabwean national."https://t.co/AWGnnmsoMG

— Sura Mbaya (@surambaya) August 6, 2019

The founder of Kenyan fast food chain Big Square has exited the business under unclear circumstances, coming just nine years after he established the casual dining enterprise. pic.twitter.com/HtDfvNxeYf

— Derrick Ohato (@DerrickOhato) August 6, 2019

'Atlanta' Renewed for Season 4

"Atlanta" is set for a fourth season renewal, FX announced. The hit TV series, which stars Donald Glover, will begin its third and fourth season production in 2020, each season consisting of eight episodes.

.@AtlantaFX renewed for a fourth season. https://t.co/ikSJUSunRb

— FXNetworks (@FXNetworks) August 6, 2019

#Atlanta Seasons 3 and 4 Will Be Shot Back-to-Back in Spring 2020 https://t.co/HYETHYgnIN pic.twitter.com/YOzy2P0two

— IndieWire (@IndieWire) August 6, 2019

ATTN: #AtlantaFX fans.@FXNetworks has renewed @DonaldGlover's 'Atlanta' for a fourth season: https://t.co/SebYQRgsxR pic.twitter.com/ky6jkvcSkG

— Complex (@Complex) August 6, 2019