In as much as Kenyan celebrities say they publicly display their works of charity, to thank all partners involved, Sauti Sol are yet to buy into the idea.
The Kenyan afro-pop band are notably among the few Kenyan celebrities who are yet to come forward with their donations or participation in acts of charity especially to the most vulnerable during such times.
Lead singer, Bien-Aime Baraza has now clarified that they do what they need to do and support those in need, but away from the lens.
Response
The artist told Mpasho their vibe doesn´t go well with showing it off and for most of their projects, it is always lowkey.
If I give you money and you post on social media, it becomes more about me than the person who is given. Which I don´t think is cool. I would do a charity and keep it to myself. We do a lot of projects, including opening libraries and visiting children, but we do not post since we do them from our hearts. We don´t do to show people.
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Bien added that that was their style of doing things and should therefore not compel anyone to subscribe to their approach.
We are doing stuff but if that is your style in giving, then they should be allowed to do them. Let us not crucify those who give and show, as everyone has their style of giving.
Further speaking of the common belief that celebrities ´are monied´ and that when they don´t give, they are being´mean´, the popular artist stated that public figures have their battles as well and should not be judged.
People have problems so let us not assume some things, as some of us are fighting huge battles.
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It turns out the boy band is planning a charity event with a fraction of the money accumulated set to go to their charity work.
No lie! This must be some handsome money, judging from the hits off their album, Midnight Train set for release on Friday, May 5th.
Well…that should be an answer already.