Stevo Simple Boy, a fast-rising Kenyan rapper known for addressing social issues in his music, is in mourning following the death of his father, Anthony Adera.
The news of his passing was announced on Sunday morning by the rapper’s management in a statement shared on social media. The cause of death was not revealed, but the statement urged fans and friends to stand with Stevo and his family during this difficult time and to keep them in their prayers. Stevo, who was born and raised in the Kibera slum of Nairobi, rose to fame with his hit song
“Vijana tuache Mihadarati” and has since had many other successful releases. Despite his success, Stevo has remained humble and even used money from an advertisement deal to build a house for his parents in their village.