Many believe that a good education is the key to success, but there are numerous Kenyan celebrities who have proven otherwise. In fact, some of the biggest names in the country have never even set foot in a university. Let’s take a closer look at a few of these individuals.
- Willy Paul Willy Paul is a hugely popular music star who has made millions through his music career. He first hit the scene in 2011 with his hit song “Rabuka” and has since risen to fame. Despite dropping out of Brainhouse secondary school due to financial reasons, Willy Paul later registered for the KCSE exams in 2013, although it is unclear whether or not he sat for them.
- Maina Kageni Maina Kageni is one of Kenya’s most successful radio hosts, known for his show on Classic 105. He has built a lavish lifestyle for himself through his job, yet he never attended journalism school. After completing high school, Maina was sent to the United Kingdom to study, but he ended up working as a truck driver for a Chinese company before returning to Kenya and finding work as a radio host.
- Bahati Kevin Kioko, better known as Bahati, lost his parents at a young age and grew up in an orphanage in Mathare slums. Despite never attending university, Bahati has made a name for himself in the music industry and even has political aspirations, aiming to become the MP for Mathare.
- Pastor Ng’ang’a Pastor Ng’ang’a is a well-known religious figure in Kenya, with his ministry having a significant influence across the country. However, he did not attend high school due to being arrested at a young age.
- Huddah Monroe Huddah Monroe, also known as Alhuda Njoroje, is a socialite and businesswoman who has achieved great success in the entertainment industry. Although she attended Kajiado Hills Girls Academy, she had a history of truancy and delinquency, which resulted in her attending multiple schools.
These Kenyan celebrities are proof that a university degree is not always necessary for success. While education is valuable, it is not the only path to prosperity.
