KERING'
Nikita Kering'
— 2026 —

NIKITA

KERING'

Kenya's National Treasure • East Africa's Rising Global Star

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Nikita Kering' performing on stage
"Kenya's national treasure — an extraordinary journey from a 3-year-old performer to a global stage icon."

Nikita Kering', often celebrated as Kenya's national treasure, has achieved extraordinary success by the age of 23 — an accomplishment that eludes even many seasoned Kenyan musicians. With more than a million followers across her social media platforms, she is on track to set global records.

Her musical journey began at just 3 years old, performing for audiences at family gatherings. Her first major breakthrough came in 2011 when she performed at gospel singer Emmy Kosgei's album launch, quickly ascending the Kenyan music charts.

Over the years, Nikita has continued to make waves, collaborating with prominent artists such as Fave, Msaki, and Bien. She has also earned notable features, including being the only Kenyan artist highlighted in the BBC 1Xtra Afrobeats concert, participating in Netflix's Queen Charlotte music campaign, and speaking at the Forbes Women Summit in Pretoria, South Africa. Today, she stands as one of Kenya's most streamed female artists, renowned for her chart-topping hit 'Ex' — and she looks forward to launching as East Africa's rising star.

Latest Releases

258K Subscribers
EX music video
EX
11,000,000 views
On Yah - Intro
ON YAH — INTRO
4,000,000 views
Better Than Ever
BETTER THAN EVER
1,300,000 views
Never Let You Go
NEVER LET YOU GO
967,000 views

NIKITA'S MUSIC IN NUMBERS

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PERFORMANCES

Coke Studio Africa ft BNXN, Young Stunna
Coke Studio Africa ft BNXN, Young Stunna
6.1M Views
BBC 1Xtra Afrobeats Concerto
BBC 1Xtra Afrobeats Concerto
186K Views
Bridgerton — Queen Charlotte
Bridgerton — Queen Charlotte
374K Views
Coke Studio Africa Performance
Coke Studio Africa Performance
2.7M Views

MAJOR BRAND PARTNERS

Led the official launch of Rihanna's Fenty Skin and Fenty Beauty brand in Nairobi, Kenya as the lead campaigner.

Teamed up with the legendary Khaligraph Jones and Coke Studio to craft a magical rendition of her hit song, Ex.

Performed Ex as part of 1Xtra's Afrobeats Concerto — the first time a full orchestra in the UK staged a dedicated Afrobeats concert.

Featured in Netflix's Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story campaign alongside a 22-piece all-female orchestra.

Career Highlights

Nikita Kering' backstage
2025
Panelist at the U.S.–Kenya Creative Economy Forum
2025
Panelist at the AFRIMA 2025 Music Conference (African Union)
2023
Netflix Queen Charlotte Campaign
2023
Coke Studio Africa
2023
Forbes Women Spotlight Speaker — Pretoria, South Africa
2022
Spotify Equal Africa Ambassador (November)
2022
BBC 1Xtra Afrobeats Concerto
2022
AFRIMA Winner — Best Artist, East Africa
2022
Lead Campaigner, Fenty Beauty & Fenty Skin
2021
Pulse Music Video Awards — Female Video of the Year