MAUREEN WARUINGE ENTERTAINMENT JOURNALIST

14 August 2024

• DonAfrikaa joins a trend of Kenyans impersonating local and international stars, with similar cases involving figures

As Kenyans eagerly anticipate dancehall artist Vybz Kartel’s first post-prison concert in December, a fake concert is making waves online.

An imposter claiming to be Vybz has surfaced, trying to ride on the artist's fame.

On a TikTok page named DonAfrikaa (MR MAVYBZ), a man dressed in an all-white outfit with a red bandana, similar to what Vybz Kartel wore upon his release, is seen building up excitement near the Parliament building.

“Thank you KENYA 🇰🇪🔥 @vybzkartel,” he tags the Jamaican dancehall singer. Fans have been flocking to take pictures with him, mistaking him for the real Vybz Kartel.

DonAfrikaa joins a trend of Kenyans impersonating local and international stars, with similar cases involving figures like Diamond Platnumz, Jason Derulo, Nigerian Ruger, Otile Brown, and Boutross, among others.

The real Vybz Kartel, was released from prison two weeks ago, has already dropped a 12-track project titled First Week Out, marking his return.

To celebrate his newfound freedom, he has also gotten matching tattoos with his fiancée as a tribute to their relationship.

Currently, Vybz Kartel is focusing on his health, dealing with Graves' disease and a possible heart condition.

As Kenyans continue to celebrate his release, Vybz is sharing more about his priorities, including happiness, and Kenya may be a key location for his upcoming concert.

Watch the clip below: