This archive report was first published on 18 August 2019.
Kenyan artistes have long been underpaid for their performances, with some promoters taking advantage of their low rates. In contrast, Nigerian artistes are known to command higher fees for their gigs.
According to a list from 2019, Nigerian artistes such as P-Square and Davido charge up to KES 5 million for a performance. In comparison, Kenyan artistes like King Kaka and Avril charge significantly less, with fees ranging from KES 100,000 to KES 250,000.
Other notable Kenyan artistes and their performance fees include:
- King Kaka - KES 250,000
- Avril - KES 150,000
- Timmy T Dat - KES 250,000
- Otile Brown - KES 150,000
- Gabu - KES 100,000
- Mercy Masika - No fixed charge (performs with a band)
- Bahati - KES 500,000
- Willy Paul - KES 250,000
- Bruz Newton - KES 100,000
- DJ Sadiq - KES 150,000
- Kush Tracy - KES 70,000
- DJ Ruff - KES 50,000 to KES 100,000
- Hart The Band - KES 200,000
- DJ Malika - KES 40,000
- Mbusi and Lion - KES 100,000
