This archive report was first published on 9 August 2019.
Published on August 9, 2019, a song by Simple Boy, a young musician from Kibera, has gone viral and gained national attention for its powerful message against drug abuse.
Simple Boy, whose real name is not publicly known, has been open about his struggles with addiction and has used his music as a way to share his story and warn others about the dangers of drug abuse.
His song, 'Mihadarati', has been widely shared and has even caught the attention of some Members of Parliament, who have praised his efforts to raise awareness about the issue.
One of the MPs who has publicly supported Simple Boy is Ndindi Nyoro, who has offered to provide him with financial support for his music career.
Simple Boy's rise to fame is a testament to the power of music to bring about positive change and to the importance of sharing personal stories to raise awareness about important issues.