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Renowned hitmaker Iyanii has announced a national institutional outreach tour aimed at engaging students directly, following a worrying spike in cases of violent unrest and safety breaches across Kenyan boarding schools.

Making the announcement on Monday, June 8, 2026, the artist emphasized that the initiative is born out of an urgent need to listen to learners, de-escalate growing tensions, and remind them of the foundational value of their education.

Focusing on Mental and Emotional Well-being

Unlike conventional entertainment school tours, the singer explained that his upcoming visits will center strictly on unfiltered, face-to-face dialogues with students. The core objective is to bypass rigid school administrative barriers and provide teenagers with a secure, non-judgmental environment to voice their grievances and psychological pressures.

“I have decided to visit different institutions to engage learners and remind them of the importance of education,” Iyanii stated in a formal press release. “My goal is to encourage open dialogue and create safe spaces where students can freely express themselves on matters affecting their education and well-being.”

The Kotosa hitmaker noted that modern students frequently lack adequate, trusted support systems within their learning environments, leaving them with few constructive avenues to navigate severe mental wellness challenges or systemic institutional stress.

A Push for Conducive Learning Environments

Beyond addressing student discipline, the singer challenged school administrators, the Ministry of Education, and local communities to collectively re-evaluate the rigid design of modern high schools. He urged stakeholders to make the Kenyan secondary school experience more accommodating, mentally supportive, and inspiring.

“Let’s work together to make learning enjoyable, schools more learner-friendly, and education a journey that inspires every student to thrive,” he added.

The Grim Backdrop of the Utumishi Girls Tragedy

Iyanii’s grassroots intervention arrives at a moment of deep national mourning and rising anger over safety lapses in secondary schools.

Just days ago, a horrific midnight fire swept through a dormitory block at the Utumishi Girls’ Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, claiming the lives of at least 16 female students and leaving approximately 79 others hospitalized with severe burn and smoke inhalation injuries.

The catastrophic Gilgil incident has exposed a systemic, decade-long vulnerability regarding structural safety standards, emergency exits, and firefighting preparedness within boarding facilities. By taking the conversation directly to the dormitories and assembly halls, Iyanii hopes his tour will foster a culture of active communication between students and school leaders, mitigating the desperate, destructive impulses that have historically fueled school arsons across the nation.

Iyanii has sparked fresh online buzz after posting a series of new photos across his social media platforms, captioned only with a red heart emoji (❤️).

The minimalist post, which offered no further explanation, quickly drew attention from fans, many of whom began speculating that the artist could be hinting at a new romantic relationship.

 

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It seems singer Iyanii is officially turning the page. After publicly vowing to never “renew any contracts” with his former flame, the Donjo Maber star set social media ablaze on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, by unveiling a series of intimate photos with a new companion.

A Cryptic Reveal

The artist took a “less is more” approach to the announcement. Sharing a collection of romantic shots on Instagram—including some cozy, close-up embraces—Iyanii captioned the post with nothing but a single heart emoji.

The move has sent his fanbase into a tailspin, marking his most significant romantic update since his highly publicized split earlier this year.

From “Contract Love” to New Chemistry

This pivot to a new relationship follows the messy fallout of his five-month stint with content creator Diana “Shes” Kemunto. Their breakup became tabloid fodder when Kemunto revealed their romance was governed by a strict “relationship contract” intended to boost brand deals and public perception.

While Kemunto moved on at lightning speed—announcing an engagement shortly after the split—Iyanii has been more guarded. Until now.

The Contrast in Style:

• Past Relationship: Defined by public drama, “one-sided” claims, and legal-style agreements.

• Current Vibe: Low-key, focused on chemistry, and seemingly free of fine print.

Questions Over Celibacy and Commitment

The new photos haven’t just sparked dating rumors; they’ve also reignited discussions about Iyanii’s personal values. During his time with Kemunto, the singer was vocal about practicing celibacy, claiming he was “preserving himself for marriage.”

Fans are now wondering:

1. Is he still adhering to his celibacy vow with this new mystery woman?

2. Is this a serious commitment or a rebound from the “contract” era?

Who is the Mystery Woman?

While the identity of his light-skinned companion remains under wraps, the chemistry in the photos is undeniable. This post follows whispers of Iyanii being spotted with a woman named Doreen (an associate of creator Flaqo), but these latest photos are the most definitive evidence yet that he’s officially off the market.

As of Wednesday afternoon, the Pombe hitmaker has remained silent, letting the pictures—and the emojis—do all the talking.

Social media influencer Diana Kemunto has shared the inner workings of her past relationship with singer Iyanii, revealing that she personally drafted a formal agreement to manage their union. Speaking with media personality Alex Mwakideu on Thursday, March 12, 2026, Kemunto explained the emotional and practical motivations behind the unique document.

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The Origins of the Agreement

Kemunto disclosed that she created the contract shortly after her birthday on January 1, when she began noticing cracks in the relationship. She noted that the move was born out of a desire for clarity and mutual effort. She explained that she wanted to do things together and was even willing to contribute financially to their shared activities if the burden was too heavy on his end, emphasizing that a relationship should be a partnership between two people.

Public Separation Rules

A significant portion of the agreement focused on how the couple would handle their public image. Given the high-profile nature of their romance, Kemunto was keen on avoiding the messy public speculation that often follows celebrity breakups.

She detailed a specific rule she set regarding their social media presence, informing Iyanii that since he had made the relationship public, they owed their audience a coordinated exit. She reportedly asked him to never post a solo statement about a breakup until they had both sat down and agreed on exactly what to tell the public.

The Timeline of the Split

Reflecting on the actual end of the romance, Kemunto clarified that despite her efforts to set boundaries, the relationship ultimately concluded in early January. She spent the first few days of the year with the singer before realizing the union was no longer viable. Following that realization, she chose to remain silent rather than issue an immediate public statement.

A Rare Commitment

Kemunto admitted that her time with the “Pombe Sigara” hitmaker was her longest relationship to date. She confessed that she isn’t typically one for long-term dating, which is why she had initially set a personal goal of being married within six months of starting the relationship. While the union did not result in marriage, the influencer’s “relationship contract” highlights a growing trend among public figures seeking to protect their private lives through formal boundaries.

Kenyan hitmaker Iyanii has shared a chilling account of how he narrowly escaped death during his younger years in Mathare. Reflecting on his life before the fame and success of his latest hits like Donjo Maber, the singer revealed the harsh realities of growing up in an environment where crime was a constant presence.

Speaking on the Mic Cheque podcast, Iyanii disclosed that he frequently associated with childhood friends who were involved in criminal activities. He recalled a pivotal night when a casual trip to a reggae show nearly turned fatal. Without his knowledge, one of his companions snatched a woman’s handbag, sparking an immediate outcry. As the group scattered to evade the police, Iyanii fled and sought refuge inside a Dandora-bound matatu.

It wasn’t until a fellow passenger pointed out that he was bleeding that he realized he had been struck by a bullet.

“I ran and sat in the Dandora matatus, and that is when this lady looked at me and told me that I was bleeding. That is when it hit me that I had been shot,” he shared, even showing the podcast hosts the permanent bullet scar on his arm.

He noted that in the heat of the moment, he hadn’t felt any pain, nearly losing his life due to the actions of those around him.

Despite the danger, Iyanii explained that the bond of growing up together made it difficult to distance himself from his peers at the time. He even recalled with a touch of irony how a friend’s criminal dealings helped him acquire his very first mobile phone in high school. However, the stark contrast between his current life and his past is not lost on him; many of those same childhood friends have since lost their lives to crime.

Choosing to pursue music proved to be his saving grace, leading him to the national stardom he enjoys today. Now an established artist, Iyanii uses his past experiences as fuel for his philanthropy, expressing a deep passion for conducting charity work within prisons to support those who took a different path.

Kenyan musician Iyanii has revealed plans to channel a significant portion of his music income into supporting people behind bars, pledging to dedicate 20 per cent of his earnings to prison outreach programmes.

Speaking on the Mic Cheque podcast, the singer said the decision is a personal and structured commitment tied directly to his career, not a publicity stunt or a one-off donation.

“All the money I’m going to earn from my music, I’m setting aside 20 per cent to give back to the people in prison,” Iyanii said.

He explained that the funds will come straight from his music revenue, underlining his intention to make giving back a permanent part of his professional journey.

Iyanii outlined a systemised model for his philanthropy, saying the money set aside is pooled over three to four months before being used for specific outreach projects. This, he said, allows for proper planning rather than impulsive charity.

Through some of these initiatives, the artist has operated under the name Mitandom, a persona linked to hands-on community engagement. His efforts have included personally visiting individuals and buying them meals, often working alongside like-minded collaborators.

He added that certain projects require additional preparation, including hiring specialised equipment, to ensure the outreach efforts deliver meaningful, real-world impact.

A major focus of Iyanii’s work has been outreach in correctional facilities. He revealed that his goal is to recreate the energy of music festivals and club performances inside prisons, using music as a bridge to connect with inmates.

“The same experience festivals, same experience clubs, is the same experience I took into them,” he said.

According to the musician, gaining access to prisons is relatively straightforward once one expresses genuine interest in engaging with inmates. Inside, visitors are allowed to interact freely, listen to stories, and connect on a human level.

Iyanii stressed that these conversations are central to his mission, noting that storytelling helps shed light on the realities faced by incarcerated individuals.

Inviting Others Into the Mission

During the podcast, Iyanii also extended an open invitation to the Mic Cheque hosts to join him on a future prison visit.

“The next time I’m tagging you guys,” he said, signalling his desire to involve more people in the initiative and expand awareness around prison-based outreach through shared, firsthand experiences.

The artist says his hope is that by combining music, presence and consistent financial commitment, he can help restore dignity and hope to those often forgotten by society.

Kenyan musician and songwriter Ian Okwemba Oure, widely known as Iyanii, has opened up about the immense pressure and high-value financial offers he has received from female fans attempting to take his virginity.

Speaking in a candid conversation on the Mic Cheque podcast in an episode aired on Sunday, December 14, 2025, the 27-year-old artist firmly stated that he is genuinely still a virgin and intends to remain so until marriage, despite the tempting proposals.

Million-Shilling Offers and Persistence

Iyanii revealed that one woman recently sent him a direct message offering him a significant sum if he agreed to sleep with her. He initially laughed it off, assuming it was a joke, but the offers escalated quickly.

“I am genuinely $27$ years old and genuinely a virgin. Juzi kuna dem amenidm akaniambia, ‘I will give you half a million if you come and allow me to take your virginity,’ but nimekata (Recently a lady DMed me and told me, ‘I will give you half a million if you come and allow me to take your virginity,’ but I refused),” Iyanii recalled.

When he initially laughed it off, she doubled down: “akaniambia. ‘I will make it double, wewe kuja and let me take away your virginity‘ (she told me, ‘I will make it double, you just come and let me take away your virginity’).”

The singer explained that his curiosity led him to continue the conversation, only for the woman to raise the stakes even higher, insisting she was serious. “I was so curious nikarepond sahi tumefika place ananiambia, ‘I will give you hata Ksh 3 million, let me just do it,’” he added.

Commitment to Waiting

Iyanii revealed this was not an isolated incident, claiming he has had several similar encounters with female fans, many of whom openly state their desire to be the one to take his virginity.

Despite the intense pressure, the Kifo cha mende hitmaker insists he has remained firm, reserving himself for the right person.

“It is so crazy, I have been meeting with my female fans kila mtu ananiambia, ‘I want to take away your virginity,’ but this I have kept for the right person. I have the right person, but nilimwambia we wait till marriage (I told her we wait till marriage),” Iyanii stated.

Rules of the Relationship

This commitment was first publicized on Saturday, September 20, 2025, during an interview with Alex Mwakideu. Iyanii revealed that he and his current girlfriend, Diana Kemunto, are in a chaste relationship.

He explained that he deliberately ended previous relationships with partners who expected him to break his vow. Kemunto accepted his terms, which is why he is dating her.

“Even now, we are not having sex. The farthest we go physically is hugging, and even that has rules. The hug is not supposed to last more than five seconds; we just say ‘I love you’ and ‘thank you’ and end it there. I like her personality and the respect she gives me.”

Watch his full interview video below

Kenyan musician Iyanii has made an impression for himself after disclosing the huge amount of money he sends to his girlfriend monikered “she’s Kemunto’.

In a recent interview with TV 47, Iyanii claimed that his girlfriend receives around ksh 150k to 200k as monthly girlfriend allowance.
Girlfriend allowance has been popular as “money that a girlfriend receives on monthly basis”.

Anyway, the singer introduced his new girlfriend officially during a concert in Kisii, where they shared intimate moments together while making their relationship public.

According to Iyanii, Kemunto has not only been a source of inspiration to him, but also a source of joy.
The “Donjo Maber” hit maker claims that despite their relationship being public, he remains to be a virgin until marriage. This decision, he claims, is by choice.

However, fans remain skeptical about Iyanii’s sentiments, citing his statements as false.
Iyanii on the other hand, maintains that he is a virgin.

Iyanii’s girlfriend She’s Kemunto is yet to confirm whether the latter is true and whether she actually receives girlfriend allowance.

Rising Kenyan artist Iyaani is facing an ultimatum from his new girlfriend, Shes Kemunto, just a week into their relationship. Kemunto has urged the “Donjo Maber” hitmaker to marry her within six months, putting pressure on their new romance.

In a recent YouTube interview with Alex Mwakideu, Kemunto was direct about her expectations.

“You need to marry me quick… how fast? At least six months,” she said, making it clear that their relationship must lead to marriage without delay.

A Celibacy Journey

Kemunto’s demand follows Iyaani’s surprising revelation during an interview on Saturday, September 20, 2025. The 27-year-old musician disclosed that he is still a virgin and that he and Kemunto have chosen to remain celibate.

“I have been dating Kemunto for a week now,” Iyaani explained to a stunned Mwakideu. “When you meet the right person, you do not need a whole year to get to know each other… I am still a virgin, and even Kemunto will agree with that. I am 27 years old, and I am serious about it.”

Kemunto’s response has now shifted the focus to the future of their relationship. By setting a clear timeline, she has signaled that she is ready for a serious commitment despite the short time they’ve been together.

High-flying Kenyan singer and performer Iyanii has officially introduced his girlfriend, Diana Kemunto, popularly known as “She’s Kemunto,” to the public in a grand gesture on stage at the recent Mkisii Fest.

Amid a charged performance, Iyanii beckoned Kemunto to the stage. She delivered a brief speech in her native Kisii language, a moment that resonated deeply with the audience. Both were dressed in matching black outfits, with Iyanii sporting a personalized black shirt and pants adorned with glittering accessories.

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A Public Declaration of Love

The highlight of the night came when Iyanii dedicated his seven-month-old love song, “Unanifaa,” to Kemunto, pouring out his heart with sensual lyrics.

He sang, “I want to be with you for all the days of my life; you are the angel in my life always; I love you, it is no secret, and God is my witness; you are the master of my joy always; let us get married; come live in my house; may our children resemble you, but take my eyes.”

As Iyanii sang, a visibly smitten Kemunto smiled from ear to ear. Their on-stage chemistry was undeniable, with Iyanii playfully caressing her chin while she wrapped her arm around him in a warm embrace. Before exiting the stage, Kemunto blew a kiss to her man and strutted off like a queen.

Singer Iyanii has opened up about his personal struggle with depression in 2023, revealing how he turned to music as a therapeutic outlet.

In an interview with Nairobi News, the artist shared his difficult journey and how it led to the creation of his hit song *Maisha*, featuring Mejja. “There was a time when I was deeply depressed. Things just weren’t going right,” he said.

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During this challenging period, Iyanii found comfort in music, which ultimately inspired him to write *Maisha*, a track that struck a chord with many of his fans. The collaboration with Mejja came about as Iyanii reached out to him, sharing his emotional struggles.

“I called Meja and told him I was going through a tough time. We were both facing our own challenges,” Iyanii explained. The two artists connected over their shared experiences and decided to create the song together, aiming to send a message of hope to their listeners.

“Despite everything we go through in life, things will get better,” Iyanii added.

When asked about the reasons behind his depression, Iyanii attributed it to the pressures and uncertainties of life. “Sometimes, it feels like everything is overwhelming, and you feel alone with no one to turn to,” he shared. However, he expressed gratitude for the support of those around him, including long-time friends and colleagues.

Iyanii emphasized the importance of using music to reach his audience and inspire others. “I want people to hear my songs, whether in clubs, weddings, or at home, and feel uplifted,” he said, explaining his love for creating positive, upbeat music.