On July 22, Kenyan social media was flooded with concerning news about Tanzanian gospel artist Bonny Mwaitege.
Many sources indicated that the beloved artist had been tragically involved in a fatal accident.
These rumors swiftly circulated, leading to confusion and distress among Bonny’s fans, who found it difficult to accept that such a vibrant figure in the gospel music scene had been lost so suddenly.
Kenyan gospel singer Stephen Kasolo stepped forward to clarify the situation amid the growing speculation and concern.
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Stephen Kasolo sets the record straight
Kasolo took to his YouTube channel to address the rumors directly. Consequently, he urged Kenyans to stop spreading false news and assured everyone that Bonny Mwaitege was alive and well.
“Na ameniomba niwaambia wakenya kwamba Bonny Mwaitege yupo sawa na ni mtu tu anatumika kumharibia jina. Anajaribu kusambaza story ambazo hazifai kuhusu mtumishi wa mungu. Hivo basi wakenya tuwache kuposti mambo ya Mwaitege sababu yupo sawa, Mungu amemlinda na tumwombee sana. Hata na waimbaji wengine wa Tanzania.
He also apologized to Bonny for the misinformation and mentioned that he was praying for his safety. Additionally, he urged Kenyans to stop spreading the rumors.
“Pole sana ndugu yangu Bonny Mwaitege’s, and we are praying for your safety, and the bible says GOD is an enemy of our enemies, and may God fight your battels. Wakenya wengi wameoboleza sana walikua na shaka na hii maneno, hivyo basi wakenya tuwache kupost hizi story za Mwaitege.”
Kasolo phone call with Tanzanian gospel singer Christopher Mwahangila.
After reaching out to Mwahangila, a close associate of Bonny, Kasolo received confirmation that Bonny was safe and sound. Moreover, Mwangila disclosed that someone had been spreading false news about Bonny Mwaitege’s death.
“Mwaitege is okay, and I don’t know who is trying to tarnish his name, but I have talked to Mwaitege and his fine.”
His wife also confirmed that Mwaitege was alive and in good health.
Speaking to Millard Ayo, Mwaitege’s wife was quoted as saying, “Bonny Mwaitege is perfectly fine; he just returned from a trip to Kenya and arrived home safely, and he is preparing to go on another mission.”