1. Otile Brown
He was born and brought up in Mombasa. He is a musician and a songwriter. He gained popularity after he released several tracks like “Dejavu” and “Pakate”.
2. Nyota Ndogo
She was born in Mombasa in 1981 as Mwanaisha Abdalla. Her music has a taarab flavour. Her most popular song is “Watu na Viatu”. She has performed in Dubai and South Africa.
3. Susumila
His real name is Yusuf Kombo. He was born on April 30, 1983, in Mombasa County. Some of his renowned songs include “Hidaya, Kidekide and Ngoma Itambae.”
4. Chikuzee
Born Suleiman Chikuku Abdalla, Chikuzee lives in Mombasa. He collaborated with Susumila and released hits like “Ngoma Itambae.”
5. Sanaipei Tande
She was born in 1985 in Mombasa City. She is a singer, songwriter, radio personality and an entertainer. Her hits include “Najuta and Kwaheri”.
6. Janet Mbugua-Ndichu
She is a notable media personality, anchor, and actress who was born on January 10, 1984, in Mombasa county.
7. Dazlah
Also known as Dazlah Kiduche, he is based in Mombasa City. His “Kide Kide” song featuring Susumila brought him to the spotlight.
8. Ally B
He is a successful Mombasa-based artist with a unique style known as “ziki la nazi”. He performs mostly in the coastal region
9. Akothee.
Her real name is Esther Akoth. She is a musician as well as a businesswoman who is based in Mombasa despite being from Nyanza region. She is well known for her flamboyant lifestyle.