The HotJem brings you top five most trending gospel songs by some of East Africa’s most talented gospel ministers. The gospel music scene in East Africa has always been topnotch, with diverse musical genres, which are highly mainstream.
The East African music industry stands out for its cultural and linguistic diversity, and explains why music from this region is unique and timeless. Below are some gospel ministers you should check out today.
1. ISREAL MBONYI (Rwanda) – “Nina Siri”
Isreal Mbonyi should be one of the most popular gospel ministers in Africa, judging from his numbers. Isreal was born in Congo before him and his family migrated to Rwanda where his music career took a different dimension. The 32-year-old is a love performer, sings in Swahili, but his melodies are contagious and uplifting.
2. OBBY ALPHA (Tanzania) – “Niokoe”
Obyy alpha is a talented East African gospel minister who hails from Tanzania. He’s one of the hottest gospel singers from the country. He stands out from many others with his unique lyrical ability and voice. As a gospel minister, his music has been able to touch many lives, as it’s his own way to preach the gospel. “Niokoe” is a song off his recently released album “Bora Kushukuru”. It’s sung in Swahili and it means ‘Save me’ it’s official video has quickly garnered 1.5 million on YouTube.
3. PHINA (Tanzania) – “Sisi Ni Wale”
Saraphina Michael Katinga known popularly as Phina is a Tanzanian gospel musician who came to the limelight in 2018 and has been making waves with her music. Though she isn’t a gospel musician, her “Sisi ni wale ” song released in 2023 has continued to bless souls. It’s a street gospel jam that has brought the artist in several musical conversations across the continent.
“Sisi ni wale” in Swahili simply means ‘we’re the ones who’re helped by God’. You’ll surely fall in love with this piece from the get-go
The official video of this piece at the time of this article has amassed over 13 million views in just eight months. Hit the button below and enjoy the deepness of art and emotions
4. BELLA KOMBO (Tanzania) – “Mungu Ni Mnoja” ft Evelyn Wanjiru and Neema Choir
Bella Kombo is a Tanzanian musician who practices Christianity. Her music is distinguished by its distinctive fusion of modern Christian themes and traditional African rhythms. Many people have found inspiration in Bella’s music, which resonates with listeners all across the world because to its passionate lyrics and lyrical melodies. Her devotion to God and her beliefs are reflected in her songs.
Many people have been moved by Bella’s music as a Christian musician because it conveys a message of faith, love, and hope. Her lyrical material focuses on the themes of love, optimism, and spirituality, making her music both motivating and enjoyable. Bella’s music has brought many people peace during trying times because to her calming voice and inspiring melodies. Her peppy rhythms and catchy hooks have made her music a joy to listen to and have caused many to dance.
Below is her latest song, featuring Evelyn Wanjiru and the Neema Gospel Choir. The song has been views 10 million times in just five months, making it one of the hottest songs from East Africa, in 2024
5. CHRISTINA SHUSHO (Tanzania) – “Niponye“
Christina Shusho is an Award-winning Tanzanian Gospel singer, songwriter, preacher, and entrepreneur. She fell in love with music from a young age, singing in her local church choir and working as a janitor. She started singing professionally in 2005, releasing her debut album Kitu Gani Kinitenge na Upendo wa Bwana the same year. Her other releases include Kwa Kanisa La Kristu, Nipe Macho, and Unikumbuke. The talented musician sings in English as well as Swahili. Christina is the recipient of several awards, including The Best Gospel Artist at the 2015 Tanzania Gospel Music Awards and The Best Female Gospel Artist Awards at the 2012, 2013, and 2014 editions of the Injili Music Awards.
Check out her latest song titled “Niponye”
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