Mashujaa Day: Entertainers Chris Adwar, Pitson, Dr. Osito Kalle honoured as heroes

As Kenya celebrates the 57th Mashujaa Day, various entertainers across the country have been honored as heroes and heroines by President Uhuru Kenyatta for their contribution towards building the nation.

The entertainers are among 220 Kenyans that were nominated by counties for their exemplary service throughout the years.

Among the performers nominated include popular musician, songwriter Chris Adwar of ‘The Villagers Band’, Gospel artist Peterson Githinji (Pitson) and legendary Benga act Dr. Osito Kalle.

The full list of the entertainers include:

Zach Amunga - an accomplished pianist, composer, arranger, and recording artist with over 20 years experience. He was among the musicians who were at the forefront in sensitizing and creating awareness on COVID-19 through music.

Isaac Mugunda - an established guitarist, mentor and music director. Like Amunga, he is also celebrated for the role he played through his music in creating awareness for the pandemic

Samuel Onjula Anyango - a retired career civil servant who worked for the Kenya Railways Corporations for over 35 years making immense contribution to its expansion. He contributed immensely to the football world where, jointly with like-minded others, founded Gor Mahia FC. He is also notably a founding member of Makongeni SDA Church and choir as well as the Parapanda performing group.

Chris Adwar - an established pianist, song writer, performer, music producer, audio engineer and director. During COVID-19 pandemic, he volunteered and composed a jingle and songs for awareness. He has also given exemplary performances during State and National day celebrations.

Elly Mirasi, popularly known as Dr. Osito Kalle - a maestro Luo Benga musician who has been in the music industry for more than 4 decades. He is celebrated for his exemplary performance and for showing patriotism during the Madaraka Day celebrations 2021.

Linet Akinyi Otieno, famously known as Linet Aluoch Pamba - a renowned Luo Benga female musician. She played a big role in the production of Benga music during Madaraka Day celebrations 2021.

Fenny Kerubo - an award winning gospel musician. She is among the artists who have shown patriotism and exemplary performances during national days.

Dauglas Otiso - a renowned Gospel musician and songwriter from Kisii County. In his career, he has won accolades and received several Groove Awards nominations. He is one of the artists that were vibrant during Mashujaa Day celebrations 2020 and gave an exemplary performance.

Madona Erupe - a Gospel artist from Lokichar in Turkana South. She is celebrated for her effort in ensuring Turkana music is appreciated. She represented her community in the Mashujaa Day celebrations 2020 and gave an exemplary performance.

Kamanu M`mwari also known as Meru Kamanu - a celebrated Benga artist, songwriter, performer and guitarist.

Peterson Githinji, also known as Pitson - a renowned Gospel musician, songwriter and performer. He will be remembered for volunteering and composing music of hope and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic. He has taken part in composing music for National Day celebrations among others.