Top 10 Kenyan Instagram Influencers and Their Statistics

Kenya has a vibrant social media scene, with Instagram influencers playing a major role in marketing, entertainment, and lifestyle trends. These influencers have built massive followings by engaging audiences with relatable content, business promotions, and personal branding. Below is a list of the top 10 Kenyan Instagram influencers along with their follower counts and key statistics as of recent data.

1. Akothee (Esther Akoth)

• Followers: 3.1 million

• Category: Music, Lifestyle, Business

• Engagement Rate: High (due to frequent personal updates and controversies)

• Notable Work: Singer, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker.

2. Tanasha Donna (Tanasha Oketch)

• Followers: 2.8 million

• Category: Music, Fashion, Lifestyle

• Engagement Rate: Moderate to High

• Notable Work: Former radio host, musician, and brand ambassador.

3. Azziad Nasenya

• Followers: 2.5 million

• Category: Entertainment, Social Media Trends

• Engagement Rate: High (viral content creator)

• Notable Work: Gained fame through the "Utawezana" TikTok challenge.

4. Elsa Majimbo

• Followers: 2.3 million

• Category: Comedy, International Influence

• Engagement Rate: High (global audience)

• Notable Work: Viral comedian with international brand deals.

5. Betty Kyallo

• Followers: 2.1 million

• Category: Media, Fashion, Lifestyle

• Engagement Rate: High

• Notable Work: Former TV news anchor turned entrepreneur.

6. Huddah Monroe

• Followers: 1.9 million

• Category: Fashion, Business, Luxury Lifestyle

• Engagement Rate: Moderate

• Notable Work: CEO of Huddah Cosmetics and socialite.

7. Njugush (Timothy Kimani)

• Followers: 1.7 million

• Category: Comedy, Acting

• Engagement Rate: High

• Notable Work: Popular comedian and content creator.

8. Size 8 (Linet Munyali)

• Followers: 1.6 million

• Category: Gospel Music, Family Content

• Engagement Rate: Moderate

• Notable Work: Gospel artist and family vlogger.

9. Jalang’o (Felix Odiwour)

• Followers: 1.5 million

• Category: Comedy, Politics, Media

• Engagement Rate: High

• Notable Work: Comedian, radio host, and politician.

10. Oga Obinna

• Followers: 1.4 million

• Category: Comedy, Media, Entertainment

• Engagement Rate: High

• Notable Work: Radio presenter and digital content creator.

These influencers dominate Kenya’s Instagram space, leveraging their platforms for brand partnerships, entertainment, and business ventures. Their follower counts and engagement rates make them key players in Kenya’s digital marketing industry. As Instagram continues to grow in Kenya, new influencers are emerging, but these ten remain at the top due to their consistency and influence.