Esther Wahome, a celebrated Kenyan gospel artist, gained widespread fame with her hit song “Kuna Dawa,” which inspired many with its powerful message.
Known for her soulful vocals, Esther became a household name in the Kenyan gospel scene. However, after the success of “Kuna Dawa,” she stepped back from the public eye, raising questions about her whereabouts heres a screen grab of her in her music video
At the height of her career, Esther welcomed her second child. Two years later, she discovered that her son was autistic, a revelation that prompted her to take a break from her music to focus on his condition.
Fortunately, her son’s condition improved, and he is now able to speak fluently, even showing talent in singing heres a photo of her celebrating her 50th birthday and you can tell she’s still glowing.
Despite the emotional toll, Esther remained resilient, though she was deeply affected by learning that some of her close allies seemed pleased with her struggles.
Nevertheless, she made a major comeback in 2019, releasing hit songs like “Asali,” “Minyororo,” “Glory,” “Shakinah,” and “Yahweh.” Here’s a photo of her when she got a honorary doctorate.
Her talent and passion continued to shine, but some fans remained unaware of her ongoing career, mistakenly believing she had stopped releasing music. In 2024, Esther released the well-received song “Kibali,” reaffirming her presence in the gospel music industry.
She continues to hold concerts internationally and uses her platform to empower women and advocate for social change.
Married to businessman Godfrey Wang’ondu Mureithi for 27 years, Esther is a proud mother of three and remains an inspiration, not only through her music but also through her personal strength and dedication to her family.
