Meet Kabuda, the dancing Kenyan TikTok star

Kenyan TikTok is awash with his videos dancing to many local songs. His name is Kabuda, and he’s a recognizable figure on Kenyan TikTok.

He spoke to Oga Obinna, revealing many facts about his life. Kabuda was a matatu tout in the Kasarani, Mwiki area who turned into a content creator.

So who is he?

Name: Andy Shahonyo, also known as Kabuda, aka Wanono Sacco President

Born: In Umoja, but grew up in Kasarani

Age: 26

Family: He is the firstborn of three siblings

High School: He attended a school in Limuru where he struggled academically.

KCSE Results: When asked about his grade, he said, “Nilikuwa tothi design ya noma. Sikuwa nashikanisha kitu chuo” (I was quite weak academically. I didn’t grasp anything in school).

Worst Subjects: Maths, Chemistry

Handedness: Left-handed

Weight: 120 kgs. Although many are concerned about his weight, he loves his appearance. “My weight is my career. I won’t lose weight. I love myself.”

Dating Life: He is single. “Denge? Atacome through.”

Ideal Woman: “A God-fearing woman who respects me and my family. She must love my body. I am a pillow. Vile atacome, acome through. Lazma mbogi ipige tick” (When she comes, she should come through. She must pass the group’s approval).

How He Got His Nickname “Kabuda”: “It came about when I was new in the industry. We got a puncture, and I was clueless. I was told to put 50 bob in a polythene bag to put pressure in the tire.”