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Nadia Mukami Biography; Lifestyle, Family, Music, Education, Children Etc.

Nadia Mukami, whose full name is Nadia Mukami Mwendo, is a Kenyan Musician, Songwriter, Performer, Poet, and Entrepreneur. She was born on 9^th November 1996.

Nadia Mukami Biography

Full Names:	Nadia Mukami Mwendo
Known as:	Nadia, African Popstar, Kanadia Katambe
Date of Birth:	9^th November 1996
Age:	28 Years Old.
Place of Birth:	Nairobi, Kenya
Place of Growth:	Nairobi, Kenya
Profession:	Musician, Songwriter, Performer, Poet, Entrepreneur

Nadia Mukami Family

Nadia Mukami is the fourth born in a family of five.

Her father is an engineer by profession, while her mother works with the Kenyan Defence Forces (KDF).

Nadia Mukami Education

Nadia Mukami went to Kari Primary School for her primary education.

She later went to Mount Laverna Girls Secondary School located in Nairobi, Kenya, where she completed her secondary education.

Nadia later enrolled at Maseno University, where she pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a specialization in Finance.

She graduated on 21^st December 2018.

She was a radio host in a Maseno University radio station called Equator FM, where she hosted a Saturday Show called ‘Saturday Hip-Hop Count’.

Nadia Mukami Music Journey

Her Debut

Nadia Mukami started doing music professionally in 2015, under the stage name ‘NadiaX_Clusive’.

She recorded her first single, ‘Barua ya Siri’, in university.

On July 11^th, 2017, she released “Kesi,” her debut music video.

Hailemind Entertainment

Nadia got signed to Hailemind Entertainment on 26^th March 2018.

She released four songs under the record label:

Si Rahisi, released on 14^th March 2018.
African Lover, released on 6^th June 2018.
Yule Yule, released on 9^th November 2018.
Radio love (featuring Arrow Bwoy), released on 19^th February 2019

They were her first breakthrough hit songs.

She later left the label due to some misunderstandings.

African Popstar (EP)

Nadia Mukami released her first EP, dubbed ‘African Popstar’, on October 12^th, 2020.

The EP contains 7 tracks, including:-

Criminal Lover featuring Rosa Ree.
Tesa featuring Fena Gitu & Khaligraph Jones.
Jipe featuring Marioo.
Wangu featuring Sanaipei Tande.
Zungushie featuring Maua Sama.
Dozele featuring Orezi & Joe Mfalme.
Million Dollar featuring Lioness Nam & Tamy Moyo.

Bundle of Joy (EP)

On April 28^th, 2020, Nadia released her second EP titled ‘Bundle of Joy’

The 4-track EP contains tracks such as:-

Zawadi featuring Latinoh.
Acheni Mungu Aitwe Mungu.
Saluti Kwa Mama featuring Iyanii.
Kai Wangu featuring Arrow Bwoy.

Love & Vibes (EP)

Nadia Mukami and Arrow Bwoy collaborated on a joint EP dubbed ‘Love & Vibes’.

It was released on June 2^nd, 2023.

The EP contains 4 tracks, namely:-

Mi Na We
Sosa
Bebe
Dawa

Queen of the East (Album)

Nadia released her debut album titled Queen of the East on August 30^th, 2024.

The 13-track album contains tracks such as:-

Kipepeo featuring Bruce Melodie
What Have You Done to Me
Nikupende featuring Bien
Mo’fire featuring Trio Mio
Bye Bye featuring Wendy Shay & Phina
Work featuring Rayvanny
Mali Safi featuring Okello Max & Prince Indah
Amen featuring Breeder LW
Lonely featuring Masauti
Kamasutra
Pole
Siko Sure featuring Darassa
Pesa

Other songs released by Nadia Mukami include:

Single Mother, released on 16^th June 2025.
Overdose (Featuring Bensoul), released on 23^rd May 2025.
Leave Me Alone (Featuring V-BE), released on 25^th April 2025.
Roho Mbaya, released on 21^st June 2021.
Kolo (Featuring Otile Brown), released on 2^nd February 2021.
Jipe (Featuring Marioo), released on 17^th March 2020.
Maombi, released on 26^th November 2019.
Ikamate Hiyo, released on 27^th August 2019.
AMONG OTHERS

She has also been featured by various artists such as:-

Baby You (By Bahati), released on 20^th November 2023.
My Sugar (By Otile Brown), released on 30^th June 2023.
Pete Yangu (By Bahati), released on 14^th June 2021.
Nitekenye (by Sailors 254), released on 26^th November 2020.
AMONG OTHERS

Nadia continues to release chart-topping tracks and deliver electrifying performances.

Nadia Mukami Coke Studio

Nadia Mukami represented Kenya in the 2019 Coke Studio Africa, partnering and performing alongside Shellsy Baronet and Juma Jux.

Awards & Recognition

Nadia Mukami’s notable achievements include various awards and recognitions, such as:-

Best Female Artist in East Africa at the 2023 African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA) held in Dallas, Texas.
2021 Zuri Award for Finance, in regards to her project called Financial Discipline: A project that cultivates financial discipline amongst the youth in terms of savings and money management.
She has received nominations from various award shows such as MTV awards, AEUSA, AFRIMMA and others.

Nadia Mukami Relationships

Nadia Mukami has been in a long-term relationship with fellow musician Arrow Bwoy.

Nadia Mukami Children

Nadia Mukami revealed that she suffered a miscarriage on April 12^th, 2021. She describes that moment as very painful and heartbreaking.

Haseeb Kai

Nadia Mukami and Arrow Bwoy announced the birth of their son, Haseeb Kai, on 27^th March 2022.

He was the inspiration for ‘Kai Wangu,’ a song featuring his father, Arrow Bwoy, from the Bundle of Joy EP, released by Nadia Mukami.

Ameer Kiyan

On 11^th August 2025, Nadia Mukami and Arrow Bwoy shared a post on Instagram, announcing that they welcomed their second son on 9^th August 2025, named Ameer Kiyan.

Nadia Mukami Mentors

Her mentors include Sanaipei Tande, Vanessa Mdee, Tiwa Savage and Yemi Alade among others.

Nadia Mukami Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

Who is Nadia Mukami?
Nadia Mukami, whose full name is Nadia Mukami Mwendo, is a Kenyan Musician, Songwriter, Performer, Poet, and Entrepreneur.
What is Nadia Mukami's full name?
Nadia Mukami full name is Nadia Mukami Mwendo.
When was Nadia Mukami born?
Nadia Mukami was born on 9th November 1996.
How old is Nadia Mukami?
Nadia Mukami is currently 28 years old.
Which primary school did Nadia Mukami go to?
Nadia Mukami went to Kari Primary School for her primary education.
Which secondary school did Nadia Mukami go to?
Nadia Mukami went to Mount Laverna Girls Secondary School located in Nairobi, Kenya, where she completed her secondary education.
Which university did Nadia Mukami go to?
Nadia Mukami enrolled at Maseno University, where she pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a specialization in Finance. She graduated on 21^st December 2018
When did Nadia Mukami start doing music professionally?
Nadia Mukami started doing music professionally in 2015, under the stage name ‘NadiaX_Clusive’.
When did Nadia Mukami get signed to Hailemind Entertainment?
Nadia Mukami got signed to Hailemind Entertainment on 26^th March 2018. She released four songs under the record label:
1. Si Rahisi, released on 14^th March 2018.
2. African Lover, released on 6^th June 2018.
3. Yule Yule, released on 9^th November 2018.
4. Radio love (featuring Arrow Bwoy), released on 19^th February 2019
They were her first breakthrough hit songs. She later left the label due to some misunderstandings.
When did Nadia Mukami release African Popstar (EP)?
Nadia Mukami released her first EP, dubbed ‘African Popstar’, on October 12^th, 2020. The EP contains 7 tracks, including:-
1. Criminal Lover featuring Rosa Ree.
2. Tesa featuring Fena Gitu & Khaligraph Jones.
3. Jipe featuring Marioo.
4. Wangu featuring Sanaipei Tande.
5. Zungushie featuring Maua Sama.
6. Dozele featuring Orezi & Joe Mfalme.
7. Million Dollar featuring Lioness Nam & Tamy Moyo.
When did Nadia Mukami release Bundle of Joy (EP)?
On April 28^th, 2020, Nadia released her second EP titled ‘Bundle of Joy’ The 4-track EP contains tracks such as:-
1. Zawadi featuring Latinoh.
2. Acheni Mungu Aitwe Mungu.
3. Saluti Kwa Mama featuring Iyanii.
4. Kai Wangu featuring Arrow Bwoy.
When did Nadia Mukami and Arrow Bwoy release Love and Vibes (EP)?
Nadia Mukami and Arrow Bwoy collaborated on a joint EP dubbed ‘Love & Vibes’. It was released on June 2^nd, 2023. The EP contains 4 tracks, namely:-
1. Mi Na We
2. Sosa
3. Bebe
4. Dawa
When did Nadia Mukami release her 'Queen of the East' album?
Nadia Mukami released her debut album titled Queen of the East on August 30^th, 2024. The 13-track album contains tracks such as:-
1. Kipepeo featuring Bruce Melodie
2. What Have You Done to Me
3. Nikupende featuring Bien
4. Mo’fire featuring Trio Mio
5. Bye Bye featuring Wendy Shay & Phina
6. Work featuring Rayvanny
7. Mali Safi featuring Okello Max & Prince Indah
8. Amen featuring Breeder LW
9. Lonely featuring Masauti
10. Kamasutra
11. Pole
12. Siko Sure featuring Darassa
13. Pesa
Has Nadia Mukami ever been part of Coke Studio Africa?
YES! Nadia Mukami represented Kenya in the 2019 Coke Studio Africa, partnering and performing alongside Shellsy Baronet and Juma Jux.
Who is Nadia Mukami dating?
Nadia Mukami has been in a long-term relationship with fellow musician Arrow Bwoy.
When did Nadia Mukami suffer a miscarriage?
Nadia Mukami revealed that she suffered a miscarriage on April 12^th, 2021. She describes that moment as very painful and heartbreaking.
How many children does Nadia Mukami and Arrow Bwoy have together?
They have two children (all boys) together, namely:-
- Haseeb Kai
Nadia Mukami and Arrow Bwoy announced the birth of their son, Haseeb Kai, on 27^th March 2022. He was the inspiration for ‘Kai Wangu,’ a song featuring his father, Arrow Bwoy, from the Bundle of Joy EP, released by Nadia Mukami.
- Ameer Kiyan
On 11^th August 2025, Nadia Mukami and Arrow Bwoy shared a post on Instagram, announcing that they welcomed their second son on 9^th August 2025, named Ameer Kiyan.