28/02/2024
Yaani, sometimes you want to jump jump up a litu bit because of your achievements, and then you remember Papa Reuben Kigame will be dropping his 30th album in April 2024.
Like, not 30 songs. 30 albums of great compositions with numerous chosen men of God.
2018 Groove Awards songwriter of the year: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zguELT0xqEk
2020 Artist of the Year and Community Impact, HTA Impact Gospel Awards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zguELT0xqEk
Lifetime Achievement, Malaika Awards 2015: https://www.the-star.co.ke/sasa/word-is/2015-03-17-glamour-at-third-malaika-tribute-awards/
On Mashujaa Day in 2010, Kigame was awarded a Head of State award, the Order of the Grand Warrior (OGW), recognising his contribution to Kenya's media and music: https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/standard-entertainment/article/2000111417/i-lost-my-eyesight-while-having-dinner
He has authored these deep books, beginning with the latest:
Essays in African Christianity and Theology (not read)
Christian Apologetics Through African Eyes (read)
REUBEN KIGAME: The Raw Reflections (not read)
He regularly authors poems, truthful opinions, reviews and commentaries that not so many Kenyans could boldly do.
He owned and ran a media house that not only reached many with Good News but nurtured many of us to be the journalists we are by giving us an opportunity to work at Fish FM.
He is pursuing a PhD, has a Master's degree, and has an Undergraduate degree. He contested for a gubernatorial seat and aspired for the presidency in 2022.
He is an amazing teacher of the word of God, music and many progressive subjects. He is also an unmatched music producer.
Beyond the many things he is, Papa is a friend to many, a mentor and father to many, and a very fun human to hang around. Man Karis and many more others can attest.
Today I celebrate and honour you, Papa. Keep inspiring us and making Kenya and the world a better place. We love you. If for nothing else, keep showing the young generation that God prospers whoever accepts to be loved and to serve Him.