Kenyan rapper Kaa La Moto brings together a diverse lineup of East African talent on “Muhuni,” a Swahili hip-hop collaboration released on October 14, 2026.
The track features Femi One, Makamanda (Brown), Tanzanian rapper Chid Benz, and Kenyan singer Masauti, creating a meeting point for artists from Kenya and Tanzania.
The title “Muhuni” can refer to a hustler, rogue, or street-smart individual in Swahili, giving the song a street-centred identity. Across the collaboration, the artists contribute their individual styles, with rap performances taking the lead and melodic vocal sections adding contrast.
Femi One and Makamanda (Brown) join Kaa La Moto on the Kenyan rap side of the lineup, while Chid Benz brings his contribution from Tanzania’s hip-hop scene. Masauti rounds out the collaboration with his singing, providing a melodic element to the record.
Released on October 14, “Muhuni” brings together different voices within East African music through Swahili rap and hip-hop. The collaboration gives each featured artist a place within a shared track while connecting audiences across the region.
Listen to and download “Muhuni” by Kaa La Moto featuring Femi One, Makamanda (Brown), Chid Benz, and Masauti below.
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