Kenyan singer and songwriter Nviiri Sande, known as Nviiri the Storyteller, has publicly abandoned his smartphone for a simpler phone, citing mental health and reduced distractions as primary reasons.

• Nviiri made this decision after reflecting and praying about the overwhelming nature of constant screen time and social media consumption, which he discussed on a local podcast on Thursday, December 4, 2025.
• He switched to a simple Nokia phone and relocated from Nairobi to Limuru to foster a calmer lifestyle and ensure intentional consumption of content.
• This digital detox has led to increased clarity, productivity, and a deeper connection with the natural world, including an improved understanding of the animals on his farm.