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Kenyan Artist cancels Red-carpet Gala to Feed the Homeless in Arizona, US.

Posted on by Kibaki Muthamia

Brand Kenya grows as personal exploits by Kenyans living in the diaspora keep filling pages in history books.

This past weekend, US-based Kenyan singer Msanii Foreman led a group of musical peers and associates in a charity drive seeking to uplift lives of the homeless, in Arizona.

This charity drive was a celebration to mark the success and first anniversary of Arizona Swahili Radio – a flagship project and one of it’s kind online radio founded by Msanii Foreman in 21st May 2021.

This is unique. It serves heavy contrast to red-carpet fanfare events common in the media and entertainment circles. It’s a reflection of humility borne of humble beginnings, and innate desire by the Kenyan artist to uplift lives of the less-fortunate.

Arizona is hard hit, with homeless people statistics rising, exacerbated by Covid-19 pandemic.

In the 21st May event, Msanii Foreman was accompanied by celebrities and fellow artists. Monique Hasbun, the star singer currently riding high with her banger Latin Mona Lisa was there, accompanied by her mum.
Unconfirmed rumors branded the two artists as lovebirds.

Also present was South African artist Moabi Kotu – who’s featured heavily on Amapiano concerts.

Phoebe Njeri, aka Sherrie Bunnie – one of Arizona Swahili Radio top rated presenters running the popular Sunday Skul Edition program and public personality Bilha Biyaki.

The raisin in the event’s pudding – excuse the pun – came from Pizza Heaven Bistro Phoenix who donated assorted foodstuff. This is a local fast food franchise in Arizona.

Besides foodstuff, the homeless people received bundles of warm clothing and sneakers, some on designer level.

These items were collected in a local church after Msanii Foreman lobbied for community involved in the charity drive.

The artist is a member of the church and has previously held Arizona Swahili Radio awards. This is a youth initiative that builds and mentors youth gifted in performing arts.

In an interview, Msanii Foreman says:

At the end of the day, it’s not about what you have or accomplished. It’s about who you’ve lifted, who you’ve made better. It’s about what you’ve given back.

US-based Kenyan artist Msanii Foreman launches a Swahili Radio Station and sensationally debuts the annual BY2C Awards Event in Arizona, USA

Posted on by Kibaki Muthamia

For a performing artist aiming to make a mark in the diaspora, its candid to admit that the United States is a hard, unkind place to be.

All the celebrity pomp and glitz that fans adore and follow religiously is a culmination of sleepless nights, blood, sweat and tears. It never comes easy, even the industry basics like networking through collaborations or mentorship take a while to hold ground.

Artist Msani Foreman flanked by Miss Arizona 2019 and Kenyan model in ‘Africa’ video set.

US-based Kenyan artist, Msanii Foreman is setting new trends and standards – slaying industry hiccups in effortless style and setting stereotypes aside.

Msanii Foreman is a tireless go-getter – a performing artist – with a sound foundation charitable causes. Before making the move to settle in the US, Msanii Foreman had made his name as a seasoned anti-FGM activist and Gender-based Violence crusader in Kenya.

Well, besides making inroads in music, the artist has another story that’s set to inspire someone trying to make steps in the industry, especially in a foreign land.

Youth participants in the first live BY2C Awards Event.

Msanii Foreman has established a Swahili-speaking radio station in Arizona – Yes, Arizona Swahili Radio uses Swahili as the primary broadcasting language!

To cap it all, the artist has followed that up with a regional Annual Awards event – called BY2C Awards – for start-up artists in Arizona, US. How awesome is that?

The gospel event tagged BY2C (Bring Youths to Christ) went down earlier in December, and is meant to inspire youth through music, to attend church and pursue their dreams. It’s planned to run annually.

Artist Faith Stan who features alongside Msanii Foreman in the video 'Africa'...
Artist Faith Stan who features alongside Msanii Foreman in the video ‘Africa’…

The next planned event will run in June, on an annual basis, and shall be called ‘Sauti Ya Mtoto’.

The ‘Sauti ya Mtoto’ June event is tagged to join the crusade against gender-based violence against women and children.

The ideal, all-round celebrity will create a brand with unique initiatives that will positively make an impact in the lives and the future of his fans. This is a perfect citation.

As an artist, Msanii Foreman has an array of popular hits under his belt commanding impressive airplay in Kenya and in the US. These includes epic releases in collaboration with artistic stars like Faith Stan.

Currently, Msanii Foreman is riding high with his latest video release doing very well on the charts. The sensational video to the release: Africa, featuring Faith Stan, Flex Muziki and G Bana, is here: