Michael Bundi among biggest TikTok creators in 2022

GEOFFREY MBUTHIA ENTERTAINMENT SUB-EDITOR

08 December 2022

• The platform entered 2022 on a high note, having reached the 1-billion-user benchmark during the latter part of 2021.

• Every ‘For You’ feed is different, ensuring that TikTok users are served the content they want to see, when they want to see it.

Popular content creator Michael Bundi was one of the biggest breakthrough stars for Tik Tok this in the year 2022.

The platform entered 2022 on a high note, having reached the 1-billion-user benchmark during the latter part of 2021.

Celebrating 2022, the social media platform puts the spotlight on the hottest, most happening TikTok trends of the past year. In no particular order, they are:

Breakthrough Stars: 2022's groundbreaking creators, celebrities and artists

1. realmichaelbundi - Father and Son Perform, I Believe #fayezandbundi

2. tukukantu - Sasa Hivi Video Out Now Performed by Tuku Kantu

3. mooyadavid1 - Surprising my niece!

4. mummie_francie - Love is in the air. A welcome home dance for comic relief.

5. dabon_shedrack - Kalekadance

Check out the videos that made this year’s leading list on ‘For You’ feeds across Kenya:

1. mulamwah - Nyumba imeleta shida

2. jackie_matubia - Oops!

3. profatecomedy - kids be like...

4. mohalicious_ - My Goodness! Just use your hand at this point!

5. omoshkizangila - Maisha ni yangu we shughulika na

6. azz_iad - #greenscreenvideo lets protect our mental health

7. iam_bojoo - Catch me if you can!

The following were the artists that made it big on TikTok this year:

1. Michael Bundi

2. Zuchu

3. Diamond Platnumz

4. Bruno K

5. Willy Paul

6. Nandy

7. Mbosso

8. Wahu Kagwi

9. Guardian Angel

10. Timmy Tdat

The following is a list of the music that trended on TikTok among Kenyan audiences:

1. Nakupenda by Jay Melody

2. Mtasubiri (feat. Zuchu) by Diamond Platnumz

3. Fire by Zuchu

4. Mi Amor (feat. Jovial) By Marioo

5. Girlfriend by Ruger

6. Sugar by Jay Melody

7. Buga (Lo Lo Lo) by Kizz Daniel & Tekno

8. Kwikwi by Zuchu

9. Rush by Ayra Starr

10. Bingo Bango by Madini Classic

These were the videos that featured elements that are unique to TikTok:

1. Let me pose for you now! - @georginanjenga

2. SoftieCam By huseyincanxs Effect - @muniir_aqaa.10

3. Waves Effect - @ro.salita

4. Let's get some colour in there - @kilipaul

5. How did that get here? - @rashkaboy.2

These were some of the communities that captured the imagination of Kenyans this year:

1. @kibraunited - African Football

2. @edwardteco7 - Showing off the skills - its #SportTok

3. @kilipaul - Maasai brother and sister dance take on the Calm down song by Rema

These were the recipes and food hacks that made it to the top of menu:

1. @theroamingchef - Comfort food at its best

2. @tmd.kitchen - Breakfast ideas - Yummy

3. @dida_snacks - Time for a Swahili Snack

4. @penlopeanngaita - East way to make ox liver

5. @kamwari_ - Did you know you can use pilau masala on your fish?

6. @foodloverstz - Let's enjoy maini roast!

Best programmed TikTok LIVE

TikTok LIVE dominated the scene with some great LIVE music performances, social change discussions and social events.

1. Talking all thing mental health - @azz_iad & @mentallyawareng

2. #AfricanApron Live - Celebrating Africa Month - @theroamingchef

3. TikTok 4 Peace - Reducing the spread of misinformation - @article19eaf

4. #WeAreHere International Womens Month Live - @nikita_kering

5. Kibra United Gaming Experience - @kibraunited

Creator of the Year award: This is your chance to vote

Last but not least, for the first time ever, TikTok will be awarding content creators across Sub-Saharan Africa through their inaugural TikTok #TopCreator2022 awards.