Following Dorea Chege’s public apology to her husband DJ Dibul, several other Kenyan celebrities have similarly issued public apologies, using social media and other platforms to take responsibility for personal relationship missteps and address controversies in their private lives.
Examples include comedian Mulamwah and his former partner Carol Sonnie, media personality Sarah of Sarah & Kabu, comedian 2Mbili, and Karangu Muraya, all of whom have issued public apologies or clarifications that were widely discussed online.
Dorea Chege’s Public Address
Following recent remarks she described as “cruel” and “wrong,” actress and media personality Dorea Chege issued a public apology to her husband, DJ Dibul, acknowledging her conduct and expressing profound regret.
In her statement, Chege took full personal responsibility, emphasising the need to be transparent in addressing her error and committed to learning from the experience.
She told her husband and the public that she was “really, really, really, extremely sorry” and pledged that the behaviour would not recur.
Mulamwah and Carol Sonnie
Comedian and content creator David “Mulamwah” Oyando publicly apologised to his former partner, Carol Sonnie, in posts shared on his social media accounts.
In the apology, Mulamwah acknowledged Sonnie and expressed regret for the way events unfolded in their relationship.
“I had a beautiful marriage until you came. I did not know you were coming to finish me. I am so sorry Carol, though it is water under the bridge now,” he shared on his social accounts.
Sonnie later responded, clarifying her focus on co-parenting their daughter and distancing herself from continuing the relationship. Their split and subsequent apology were frequently discussed in Kenyan entertainment media.
2Mbili’s Public Regret
Comedian 2Mbili also made headlines when he publicly apologised to his partner, Jackie Ogaga, after acknowledging mistakes in their relationship.
In a heartfelt video shared online on Monday, January 12th, 2026, the entertainer addressed Jackie directly, admitting to past mistakes and expressing a desire for peace as he steps into a new chapter of his life at 33.
“I just want to apologise to her and tell her I’m sorry for everything .It has not been an easy ending for 2025,” he said.”
His apology, shared via social media and covered widely on celebrity news platforms, expressed regret for his conduct and a desire for peace and reconciliation within the relationship.
Sarah of Sarah & Kabu Addresses Followers
Media personality Sarah, part of the duo Sarah & Kabu, issued a public apology to her husband and family on Instagram after a distressing online rant in which she suggested their marriage was over.
“Sorry fam. When I said I was in distress, I said things I shouldn’t have said online and thus misleading. Life is a lesson, and we learn every day. “Forgive me Simon. Let’s sort our issues offline. All is well,” she said.
In the apology, she acknowledged that her outburst did not reflect her true feelings, and she asked for forgiveness while emphasising her intention to work on personal conduct and communication.
Karangu Muraya Apologises to Partner
Karangu Muraya publicly apologised to his partner, Triza, after their relationship fallout became a talking point, with his apology sparking viral reactions online.
Muraya addressed the issues candidly on social media, acknowledging missteps and asking for forgiveness. The public statement was widely circulated, and followers discussed the sincerity and timing of the apology.
by jane nduta
