Iyanii Opens Up About Surviving a Near-Death Shooting During His Youth In Mathare
Kenyan hitmaker Iyanii has shared a chilling account of how he narrowly escaped death during his younger years in Mathare. Reflecting on his life before the fame and success of his latest hits like Donjo Maber, the singer revealed the harsh realities of growing up in an environme..
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Kenyan hitmaker Iyanii shared a harrowing account of surviving a near-fatal shooting in Mathare during his youth, revealing the dangers of his former life before achieving musical success.
- Iyanii was shot in the arm while fleeing police after a friend snatched a handbag at a reggae show, only realizing he was bleeding after seeking refuge in a Dandora-bound matatu.
- The incident occurred during his early years when he associated with friends involved in criminal activities, an environment where he noted crime was a constant presence.
- Now a successful artist, Iyanii uses his past experiences to fuel his passion for charity work within prisons, aiming to support those who took a different path.
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