Wahu

Wahu Kagwi performing under the name Wahu, is a musician from Kenya.

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Biography

Wahu is a former model and University of Nairobi student, graduating in mathematics.[1] She started her musical career in 2000. Her first three singles were "Niangalie", "Esha" and "Liar".[2] Wahu released her first major hit, "Sitishiki" around 2005.[3] some of her music has been produced by the Ogopa DJ's.[4]

Wahu has entertained audiences alongside many Kenyan and African Artistes like Kleptomaniacs, Fally Ipupa, Nonini, Nameless, Wyre, and P-Unit, Qqu,

She is married to Nameless, another award-winning Kenyan musician. They have a daughter,Tumiso Nyakwea, to whom she dedicated her biggest hit to date "Sweet Love".[3]

Awards and nominations

Awards

Nominations

References

  1. ^ The Standard, November 7, 2008: Unveiled: Kenya’s most influential celebrities
  2. ^ True Blaq Entertainment: Featured Artist - Wahu Kagwi
  3. ^ a b Daily Nation, Buzz Magazine, August 29, 2008: Despite lean season, Wahu bounces back
  4. ^ The Standard, September 19, 2008: Ogopa: Africa’s revered video stars
  5. ^ BBC, November 23, 2008: Nigerians sweep MTV Africa awards
  6. ^ Museke: PAM Awards Winners 2008
  7. ^ Ecoimagekenya.com, June 20, 2008: The annual Chaguo La Teeniez awards Winners
  8. ^ Kisima Music Awards: 2008 Kisima Music Awards winners
  9. ^ Musicuganda.com: PAM 2006 nominees
  10. ^ Museke: MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs) 2008 - the nominees
  11. ^ Museke: Nominees for MOBO Best African Act 2008
  12. ^ Museke: Kora All Africa Music Awards nominees 2008 - regional categories
  13. ^ Kilimanjaro Awards: Nominees 2009
  14. ^ Museke: MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs) 2009 nominees
  15. ^ Museke: 2009 Channel O Africa Music Video Awards nominees