Capital FM celebrates its 30th anniversary with the Third Flow Experience, honoring three distinct eras of Kenyan music and culture

At Capital FM's 30th anniversary, the Third Flow Experience will combine radio, music, personalities, and memories.

Capital FM, Kenya's first privately owned FM station, has emerged in the country's music and entertainment scene since 1996. The Third Flow Experience recreates that experience from 1996–2006, 2006–2016, and 2016–2026.

Musicians and DJs from all three eras will perform at The Stables Magnate City in Limuru to conclude the festivities.

The Pioneers era (1996–2006) comprises Juacali, Sanaipei, Gravitti Band, Necessary Noize, DJ Krowbar, and DJ Adrian.

These artists and DJs were part of Capital FM's early years, when Kenyan music found new listeners and the station was establishing itself.

From 2006 to 2016, Culture Shapers featured Fena, Juliani, Femi One, Daddy Owen, The Flower Project, DJ Joe Mfalme, and DJ UV.

This period saw new genres, musicians, and DJs enter Kenyan popular culture.

The Next Flow, 2016–2026, features Serro, Njerae, Bensoul, Charisma, The Unit Band, DJ Pikachu, DJ Schwaz, and DJ Kdeja.

The roster features younger Kenyan musicians and DJs who have reached new listeners.

The three groups tell a 30-year musical tale.

Third Flow differs from anniversary concerts in that way. They are not just a bunch of performers. The artists and DJs were chosen to represent diverse Kenyan music eras and audiences.

An all-Kenyan squad is also important to the celebration.

Instead of bringing foreign bands to Kenya, Capital FM is celebrating its 30th anniversary with local musicians. Audiences will experience Kenyan music from multiple generations at the concert.

Given its strong musical history, the connection makes sense for Capital FM. Capital FM has connected musicians with audiences for 30 years, with Kenyan artists providing much of the station's soundtrack.

The Third Flow Experience will bring together three generations of performers and Capital FM listeners from different eras.

Beyond music, the anniversary has allowed members to reconnect with those who shaped the station.


Capital FM founder Lynda Holt recently returned to the station for a candid interview with Capital in the Morning hosts Chiko Lawi and Maalika Kazia, discussing the station's origins, her brand-building journey, and her decision to sell to late businessman Dr. Chris Kirubi.

Holt said she sold Capital FM because she believed she had taken it as far as she could on her own.

She added her friend Kirubi had the finances and drive to grow the station.

“I felt I had done what I could with Capital FM, and it was time for me to move on,” Holt told Lawi. “My friend Chris Kirubi approached me to buy it. I passed the baton to him because I believed he had the resources and drive to grow Capital FM.”

Looking back, Holt praised Kirubi's administration of the station, saying he retained its essence while expanding it beyond her capabilities.

Her return links Third Flow's quest to its origins.

The anniversary also brought back Capital FM fans' favorite sounds and personalities.


Capital FM's longtime newscaster, Eric Latiff, now on NTV's Fixing the Nation, read the 6pm news bulletin.

Laura Walubengo, a Capital FM staple, read a news bulletin.

The station has hosted special shows with former presenters and DJs. Maqbul Mohamed and Renee Ngamau returned for a special Breakfast Show, and Amina Abdi Rabar and DJ Joe Mfalme hosted Capital in the Morning.

As Capital FM celebrates 30 years, Muthoni Bwika and DJ Tumz have reunited with audiences and colleagues.

Former presenters have reminisced about their time on air and the programs that bonded them with listeners during the reunions.

Their comeback has allowed longstanding fans to hear familiar voices and reminisce about Capital FM.

The reunions enhance Third Flow's musical trip. Former presenters, DJs, and musicians reveal the personalities and sounds that shaped the station's 30-year history.

1996–2006 was Capital FM's formative years, 2006–2016 was another time of growth and cultural transformation, and 2016–2026 is the latest decade as radio evolves with digital media.

The Third Flow Experience will combine all three chapters through music, DJs, speakers, memories, and audiences.

The outcome celebrates a 30-year-old radio station and its music and culture.

Tickets for the Third Flow Experience at The Stables Magnate City in Limuru cost Sh3,500, including a dinner.