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We are a music innovation hub based in Nairobi offering music production and DJ courses, and more

Primary activities include workshops and training in music production and DJing, cross-cultural collaborative recording projects, consultancy services, and events promoting and supporting East African artists in the region and globally. It was founded by David Tinning (UK/DE) and Gregg Mwendwa (KE).

17/07/2026

Some of the coolest events we’ve hosted in the past couple of months:

✨ Wendy Kay EP listening session and release party for Karaha

💃🏾African Beats & Pieces first edition of the African music party in Nairobi

🎶 kimani listening session for her debut EP River at Santuri Salon

🎲Board & Jam event combining fun board games and Kenyan music DJ sets by ajnaraK and Stenjiizlë 💫 at The Salon

🤝🏿 bringing creatives together network, earn learn from each other

🌈Queer African Histories gathering on discussing q***r identity and expression across African literature

🎤Matatu 47 The Show by rising singer-songwriter 🌼Abby 🌺Jebet🦋 and friends at the classroom

📖 Usaliti wa Jasho la Alosto poetry book launch by Mutisya wa Kioko on

Thank you to everyone who has brought their magic to Santuri. We look forward to hosting more of you at one of our spaces in Westlands.

If you’d like to host your event, simply book a date at bit.ly/SanturiSalonbooking or visit the link in bio.

See you soon at The Salon!

01/07/2026

New date, same hadithi!

Karibu to Chapter 19 as we continue reading "Mathare" by Gathanga_ndung'u.

This chapter explores the often-overlooked role of women in Kenya's struggle for freedom—from Field Marshal Muthoni wa Kirima to the mothers of Mathare. Together, we'll also trace how the spirit of the Mau Mau lives on today through Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) and social justice centres.

Join us for an intimate evening of thought-provoking conversations and revolutionary music.

🗓️ Thursday 2nd July 2026
🕓 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Santuri Classroom
💸 Donation-based

See you soon at The Salon!

25/06/2026

Welcome one and all to our monthly philosophical discussion focusing on Yukio Mishima.

📍: The Mall Basement (Santuri Music School), Westlands
🕛: 5-8 PM EAT
🗓️: 26 JUN 2026
🎤: Tisk Tusk
🎫: KES 200

24/06/2026

Events happening at Santuri this week!

Thursday: Hadithi Hangout Chapter 19

Welcome to another as we continue reading Mathare by Gathanga_ndung'u.

This chapter explores the often-overlooked role of women in Kenya’s struggle for freedom—from Field Marshal Muthoni wa Kirima and the Nyakinyua dancers to the mothers of Mathare. Together, we’ll also trace how the spirit of the Mau Mau lives on today through Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) and social justice centres.

Join us for an evening of thought-provoking conversation and music on this revolutionary day in Kenyan history.

🗓️ Thursday, 25th June 2026
🕓 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Santuri Salon
💸 Donation-based

Saturday: Jebet presents 47 Matatu

Step aboard the 47 Matatu and follow the route of a heartbreak.

Headliner Jebet takes the wheel with her full band and dancers, bringing her debut single “47 Matatu” to life in a performance that moves beyond the music and into the feeling.

Along the way, Natekei, Ijeleha, and Bbie each make a stop with sets of their own. Four rising artists, one journey, and one unforgettable afternoon in the basement of The Mall.

🗓️ Saturday 27th June
🕑 2-6PM
📍 SEMA Classroom
🫰🏾Ksh 200
🎟️ J𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐭☆ bio

Karibu and see you soon!

10/06/2026

As of June 2026 we have published an update on Santuri’s safeguarding protocols.

Santuri East Africa will always be focused on supporting the creative ecosystem and those working within it. Please read the full statement and find the safeguarding tools on our website.

Link in bio.

04/06/2026

It was all love at Hadithi Hangout❤️

Last Thursday during Chapter 18, we continued exploring our book of the season, Mathare by . Together, we reflected on Kenya’s recent history under the governments of Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta—unpacking themes of corruption, post-election violence, forced evictions, and police brutality during the Covid-19 pandemic.

As we sat with these difficult realities, one question emerged: how do we break free from oppressive systems?

The answer surfaced quietly through our conversations: Love. Love as care. Love as solidarity. Love as showing up for one another across class, gender and ethnicity.

Perhaps love is the most radical form of resistance we have.

For more thought-provoking conversations like these, keep an eye out for the recording on Santuri’s SoundCloud and on .

🗓️ Save the date for our next on Thursday 25 June 2026. And see you soon at The Salon!

27/05/2026

After the powerful conversations at our previous , we’re returning once again to Mathare.

This Thursday, through the lens of book’s author , we’ll explore how Mathare was shaped by the Kibaki and Uhuru eras. From Mungiki crackdowns and post-election violence to forced evictions, we’ll discover how the resilient residents have continued to resist, organize and survive through these injustices.

🗓 Thursday 28th May 2026
⏰ 5–9PM
📍 Santuri Salon, The Mall Westlands
🎟 Donation-based

Join us for a revolutionary evening of stories and conversations as we reflect on the future we want to build together.

See you at The Salon!

27/04/2026

Hadithi Hangout is back with Mathare!

Last month, we opened this powerful book by Mathare resident Gathanga Ndung’u, uncovering how a quarry that literally built Nairobi grew into a bold centre of anti-oppression resistance.

This April, we dive deeper. We’ll explore how the first two post-colonial regimes betrayed Mathare, how this Nairobi settlement was nearly destroyed, and how the legendary Nyakinyua Dancers fought to protect their home.

🗓️ Thursday 30th April
⏰ 5–9PM
📍 Santuri Salon, The Mall Westlands
🎟️ Donation-based

Bring your curiosity. Bring your revolutionary spirit.
See you soon at The Salon!

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13/04/2026

Sign up for our next Tech Workshop this THURSDAY April 16th at Baraza Media Lab in INDUSTRIAL AREA facilitated by BBYY. On The Island () and our friends at Baraza Media Lab (), Kibera Creative Arts () and Mathare Social Justice Center ().

This’ll be a fun day to experiment with new tech and get your hands on industry level equipment. Women and Non-male Identifying folks are highly encouraged to apply. Make sure to sign up at the link in our website.

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