Charisma is a Kenyan musician known for his unique sound and impactful lyrics who made significant strides in 2024 as an Afropop artist whose music often blends Afrobeat with soulful melodies, reflecting his versatility as an artist.
He first gained critical acclaim as a member of the popular boyband Le Band before making the leap and launching his solo career in 2019.
Njerae is a rising star in East Africa's music scene as an Afro-Indie musician, who achieved a significant milestone in 2024 by signing with Universal Music Group East Africa (UMG EA).
Azeezah Hashim is an award-winning media personality, who rose to prominence when she replaced Willis Raburu as the host of Citizen TV's 10 over 10 Show.
With her vibrant hosting style, Azeezah has redefined the show, drawing in younger audiences and creating a unique space for entertainment and youth-focused discussions.
Putting a smile on people's faces is not as easy as it seems.
It becomes an even more challenging task when someone not only achieves this but also succeeds in cultivating a devoted following and establishing a sustainable brand.
Njugush has remarkably accomplished this, placing him in the exclusive league of Kenyans who have dared to defy this year.
Eddie Butita is a Kenyan comedian, content creator, and film producer whose humour and comic nature have made him a household name in the entertainment industry.
After first establishing himself as an act in The Churchill Show, Butita has grown from strength to strength.
He eventually ventured out on his own and is now a bonafide star standing out for his content creation, emceeing as well as both act and stand-up comedy.
Thandiwe Muriu is a photographer who fell in love with art at the young age of 14.
When learning the craft, she was driven by the burning desire to be the best in her field and as such, she took every online class, immersed herself in every book she could find, and studied tutorials extensively.
Fast forward, her work has been recognised globally and covered by international media outlets such as Vogue.
Popularly known by his self-styled title Mkurugenzi, Abel Mutua is a filmmaker, scriptwriter, actor and content creator.
He first rose to national prominence for his starring role in Citizen TV’s Tahidi High where he was casted as Freddie, a mischievous character.
Philip Karanja is a Kenyan film producer, director, and actor.
He started off his profession by featuring Melvin in the popular television show Tahidi High, a feat which served as his breakthrough in the Kenyan film industry.
In his decade-long film career, Karanja has bagged several film credits.
Brian Ouko Omollo alias Khaligraph Jones is an award-winning Kenyan rapper and songwriter.
He is best known for his hit songs “Mazishi” and “Yego” and has two albums to his name; Testimony 1990 and Invisible Currency.
In 2024, Khaligraph Jones continued to make waves in the rap music industry in Kenya as well as set social media agendas online.
Catherine Kamau Karanja popularly known by her stage name, Kate Actress is an award-winning actor and brand ambassador.
Kate has starred in a number of local and international TV shows and films. In May 2024, Catherine represented the Kenyan creative industry during President William Ruto’s state visit to the USA, showcasing her influence beyond acting.