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Travel and tours operators Vikas and Mona Shah share their deep knowledge of global destinations and travel regulations, which create personalised and worry-free journeys with Kamal Kaur in the interview section of Edition 815. #TAW #TheAsianWeekly #paperzine #communitypaper

Inside vibrant Vaisakhi celebrations; Vikas and Mona Shah let us in on their specialty in travel; & Munjal Shah muses on the risk of digital transformation without security for businesses in The Techie. These & more in Edition 815. #TAW #TheAsianWeekly #paperzine #communitypaper

Fashion stylist Connie Aluoch leads a self-titled creative agency. In this week’s interview, she shares her contribution to spotlighting fashion brands from across the continent. #TAW #TheAsianWeekly #weekly #paperzine #communitypaper #nairobi #kenya

Edition 814 spotlights Connie Aluoch, a pioneering fashion stylist, educator, and entrepreneur; goes on the Bombay Fashion Week runaway with debutant Prbhjiit Maniktala; & gives a legal analysis of the ongoing demolitions on riparian land. More inside! #TAW #communitypaper

Himath Gahir has served the Ramgarhia Youth Association for more than 15 years, from a general member to leading a dynamic team of 30 committee members. In this week’s interview, he lets us in on the Association’s mission, operations, achievements and future plans. #TAW

Edition 813 takes you to Bhuj, Kutch in our new column, Discover India; Himath Gahir expounds on the life changing work and future endeavours of the Ramgarhia Youth Association which he heads; & we take a look back at Ram Navmi celebrations. More inside. #TAW #CommunityPaper

What started as Saumya Saini’s innocent living room rivalry with her siblings recently saw her representing the country at the FIDE World Youth Chess Championships. She shares her journey & aspirations in this week's interview. #TAW #TheAsianWeekly #paperzine #communitypaper

Edition 810 of The Asian Weekly takes you on the Tribal Chic 2026 runway; spotlights Saumya Saini, who recently represented Kenya at the FIDE World Youth Chess Championships; and inside Bhajan Beats by Lohana Mahajan Mandal. #TAW #TheAsianWeekly #communitypaper

High Commissioner visited the office of @TheAsianWeekly and interacted with the MD Ms @nishahirani and her entire team. He commended the longstanding contribution of the Weekly in being an information bridge for the Indian-origin community in Kenya. Discussions covered the role of Asian Weekly in highlighting the socio-cultural and philanthropic activities of the India diaspora, bilateral ties between 🇮🇳 and 🇰🇪 as well as connecting the Indian diaspora with developments in India. @MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy @indiandiplomats @kamz26

HE Dr Swaika noted that with the connections the paper has built and it's coverage which keeps the community's lifeline going, the Commission and The Asian Weekly can work together for better community outreach, engagement and inclusion. @IndiainKenya @AdarshSwaika1

In discussions, The Asian Weekly Managing Director Nisha Hirani commended HE Dr Swaika on already hitting the ground rolling, only a few months into his tenure.

The Asian Weekly team was honoured and proud to host the High Commissioner of India to Kenya HE Dr Adarsh Swaika at their office today, where he interacted with the entire team.

"What is one barrier you have seen women face, and what is one specific "give", like mentorship, a policy change, or a shift in habit, that you believe would help gain more justice for everyone?” Kamal Kaur asks in a special feature celebrating International Women’s Day 2026.

Happy International Women’s Day weekend! Sikiladi honours women with a poem; 10 leading personalities identify barriers women face and suggest solutions. Kamal Tolia, Kamal Kaur & Caine Correa also pen special pieces. Relieve the vibrancy of Holi & more inside.

Caine Correa interviews legendary actor, journalist & radio presenter Allaudin Qureshi. At 85, & with the release of a publication 'Allaudin's Lamp: Allaudin Qureshi and the Passion to Perform', celebrating his life and work, his is a nostalgic look back at a well lived past.

Veteran entertainment personality Allaudin Qureshi lets us in on his remarkable journey in this week’s interview; we honour our wildlife with a special feature; and it's a new month and with it, a new tarot card. These & more in Edition 808. #TAW #communitypaper #weekly #nairobi

Money Sondh studied sound engineering but later transitioned into singing. He has performed in Punjabi and Bollywood cinema, released numerous albums, and continues to captivate global audiences with his mastery of diverse musical genres. We interview him in this week’s edition.

Edition 807 ushers in the last week of February with a pictorial coverage of Maha Shivratri celebrations; features an interview with playback singer and performer Money Sondh; and previews Tribal Chic 2026. Enjoy these and more stories inside. #TAW #TheAsianWeekly #paperzine

Happy Lunar New Year! #TAW #TheAsianWeekly #weekly #paperzine #communitypaper #nairobi #kenya

To everyone observing, may all your wishes be fulfilled. #TAW #TheAsianWeekly #weekly #paperzine #communitypaper #nairobi #kenya