In 2025, several Kenyan celebrities made noticeable changes to how they live, work, and present themselves. These shifts ranged from changes in daily routines and personal image to new career directions and lifestyle choices.
Rather than cosmetic procedures, the transformations reflected deliberate decisions tied to health, personal identity, professional growth, and evolving priorities. Below are some of the Kenyan public figures whose lifestyle changes this year drew public attention.
Nyashinski — From Dreadlocks Icon to Clean, Mature Look
Before: For over a decade, legendary rapper Nyashinski was known for his signature dreadlocks — a core part of his personal brand and artistic persona.
After: In February 2025 he unveiled a short, clean hairstyle marking a symbolic shift to a new chapter in life as he turned 40.́
This wasn’t just a haircut; it was a deliberate evolution away from an image he’d worn since the start of his career, signalling maturity and personal reinvention.
Nadia Mukami — From Comfort Eating to Health‑Conscious Daily Routine
Before: After childbirth, singer Nadia Mukami openly talked about her struggle with weight gain and body image, at times avoiding photos or certain engagements due to insecurity.
After: In 2025 she cut out sugar from her daily diet and committed to a disciplined fitness–oriented routine. She shared that she ditched sugar entirely — a significant lifestyle shift aimed at both health and confidence, which has visibly transformed her energy levels and public performances.
TikToker Geoffrey — From Influencer Glam to Intentional Simple Living Abroad
Before: Like many online personalities, Geoffrey, a Kenya‑born TikToker living in Germany, could have been expected to live a typical influencer lifestyle.
After: He surprised fans in 2025 by choosing a very modest daily routine and living situation abroad — sharing that he lives in a single room, prepares simple meals like githeri, and prioritises financial savings and support for his family back home.
Shiv Simani — From Signature Hair to Clean Shave and Personal Renewal
Before: Wellness creator Shiv Simani was known for his distinctive long hair as part of his visual identity.
After: In January 2025 he chose a clean‑shaven hairstyle, a change interpreted by his followers as a personal reinvention — parallel to a phase of growth and new career direction in wellness content creation.
Raymond Kahuma — From Lock‑Defined Creator to Refreshed Look
Before: Popular digital content creator Raymond Kahuma was widely recognised for his dreadlocks, which had become part of his culinary and online persona.
After: In May 2025 he cut off his locks for a new shorter style, signalling a fresh personal phase alongside expanding his role as a creative and lifestyle influencer.
Coster Ojwang — From Kodong Klan Locks to New Image
Before: Musician and member of Kodong Klan Coster Ojwang often performed with his hair a key part of his aesthetic.
After: At the start of December 2025, he posted a photo with short, dyed hair, captioned “New month, new me,” a clear statement of embracing a new lifestyle chapter and refreshed public identity.
David Munyua — From Full‑Time Vet Routine to International Stage
Before: Nairobi‑based David Munyua lived a very structured life as a full‑time veterinarian — early clinics, caring for animals, and then nights managing his darts training.
After: In 2025 he transitioned into an international darts competitor while maintaining his professional veterinary duties, balancing late‑night practice sessions with daytime animal care and travelling abroad for major championships — a dramatic shift in his daily rhythm and professional identity.
Dorea Chege — From Actress Focus to Motherhood Priorities
Before: Actress and digital creator Dorea Chege maintained a busy schedule balancing work, public appearances, and creative projects.
After: In 2025 she became a new mother, reorganising her daily life to focus on family, rest, and support systems while still creating content — a shift many fans see as redefining her priorities and routines.
Eric Omondi — From Entertainment-Only to Civic Activism
Before: Eric Omondi’s daily routine largely revolved around comedy skits, stage performances, media appearances, and online content creation, which defined his public identity for years.
After: In 2025, he shifted part of his focus to civic engagement and social activism, including nationwide university tours to encourage youth voter registration and involvement in community-based support initiatives, integrating advocacy and public mobilisation into his regular activities.
Carol Katrue — From Personal Brand to Growing Family Life
Before: Lifestyle influencer Carol Katrue maintained a focus on personal branding, fashion, and public engagement.
After: As she announced in 2025 that she and her husband are expecting their second child, her daily activities are now more centered on family planning, wellness routines, and preparing for parenthood once again — a shift fans are tracking with admiration.
BY jane nduta
