Wahu

Wahu
Born Rosemary Wahu Kagwi
(1980-03-22) 22 March 1980
Nairobi, Kenya
Residence Nairobi, Kenya
Other names Wahu Kagwi Mathenge
Alma mater University of Nairobi
Occupation
  • singer
  • actress
  • songwriter
  • entertainer
Years active 2000–present
Spouse(s) Nameless (m. 2006)
Children 2

Musical career

Genres
Labels Ogopa Deejays (former)
Associated acts
  • Nameless

Rosemary Wahu Kagwi (born 22 March 1980),[1] professionally known by her mononym Wahu, is a Kenyan singer-songwriter, former fashion model, actress and entrepreneur. She released her first single "Niangalie" which received positive reception all over Africa and the world at large. She is the inaugural recipient of the MTV Africa Music Awards 2008,[2] for Best Female Artist category. Moreover, she has won the Pearl of Africa Music Awards, Chaguo La Teeniez Awards and Kisima Music Awards.[3] In the acting industry, Wahu had a leading role in the television series Tazama.[4]

Biography

Wahu is a former model and University of Nairobi student, graduating in mathematics.[5] She started her musical career in 2000. Her first three singles were "Niangalie", "Esha" and "Liar".[6] Wahu released her first major hit, "Sitishiki" around 2005.[7] some of her music has been produced by the Ogopa DJ's.[8] Wahu has entertained audiences alongside many Kenyan and African Artistes like Kleptomaniacs, Fally Ipupa, Nonini, Nameless, Wyre, Qqu, and P-Unit.

She is married to Nameless, another award-winning Kenyan musician. They have 2 daughters,one of who whom she dedicated her biggest hit to date "Sweet Love".[7]

Awards and nominations

Awards

Nominations

References

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