Top YouTube Influencers in Kenya (2026)

Meet the top YouTube influencers in Kenya for 2026, the Kenyan YouTubers audiences follow most. Compare engagement, audience quality, and growth to find the right partners.

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Who Are the Top YouTube Influencers in Kenya?

Explore the top YouTube influencers in Kenya for November 2026. This ranking is updated monthly to keep the list current. Use it as a starting point to discover Kenyan YouTubers for your next campaign. To explore detailed creator analytics and find more accounts, .

  1. 1. Sharma Boy

    @SharmaBoyYouTubeKenya

    The official Sharma Boy YouTube channel. Tik Tok: @realsharmaboy Instagram: @therealsharmaboy Snapchat: @sharmaboy4Real Facebook: @therealsharmaboy

    Followers2.8M
    Engagement rate0.6%
    Average likes19.6K
    Audience quality score67/100Average
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+1.3%
    202020212022202320242025
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    United States19.8%
    Ethiopia18.5%
    India17.3%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Music14.6%
    Photography14.6%
    Mommy12.4%
  2. 2. Israel Mbonyi

    @MbonyiYouTubeKenya

    Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I. Send me!” For inquiry kindly Email us at

    Followers2.2M
    Engagement rate1.1%
    Average likes23.9K
    Audience quality score79/100High
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.9%
    20222023202420252026
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    United States22.5%
    Ethiopia20.2%
    India16.9%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Fashion15.8%
    Mommy12.3%
    Photography10.5%
  3. 3. DAUGLAS_FYP

    @dauglasfypYouTubeKenya

    The one and only Dauglas Osiemo SUBSCRIBE FOR A GIFT 🎁 I am a content creator On TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and the only YOUTUBE✍🏿 I create Funny videos, Cringe videos and Reaction YouTube shorts for entertainment daily I am 28 years old father with 1 Kid and 1 Beautiful wife that I put a smile on daily from the revenue I create from YOUTUBE. Please subscribe to this channel it will mean a world to me. For Business Inquires: ✨ 03/07/2023✨ Thank you for passing by Road to 10Million subscribers❤️

    Followers2.1M
    Engagement rate<0.01%
    Average likes6
    Audience quality score54/100Low
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.-0.4%
    202420252026
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India19.8%
    United States18.8%
    Ethiopia17.8%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Mommy20.8%
    Fashion19.5%
    Dog Owner11.7%
  4. 4. Victor Mochere

    @VictorMochereYouTubeKenya

    Blogger, internet personality, and netpreneur creating and marketing digital content.

    Followers2M
    Engagement rate<0.01%
    Average likes9
    Audience quality score48/100Low
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.4%
    202420252026
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    United States32.6%
    India16.9%
    Spain15.7%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Fashion15.2%
    Music12.7%
    Makeup Artist11.4%
  5. 5. RICHY HANIEL

    @RICHYHANIELTVYouTubeKenya

    Rich Haniel RH is a Kenyan musician, Content Creator, Youtuber ,businessman and founder of RH EXCLUSIVE & RH RADIO who goes by the stage name Richy Haniel. RH EXCLUSIVE is an online media and entertainment , the leading source for new music and the largest collection of Afrobeat ,Dancehall,Reggae,HIphop mixtapes on the web. With over 5 million unique visitors every month, RH EXCLUSIVE has quickly grown to become the top new music destination for Artists, DJ's and Fans of Afrobeat Dancehall, Reggae Hiphop ,R&B music. Donate to the channel via PAYPAL; CONTACT: +254722510385 To Get Your Song Featured EMAIL Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/richyhanieli (Like) Twitter: http://twitter.com/richyhaniel (Follow) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richy_haniel_rh/ (Follow)

    Followers1.8M
    Engagement rate0.01%
    Average likes156
    Audience quality score60/100Average
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.9%
    202020212022202420252026
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India21.6%
    United States21.6%
    Ethiopia18.2%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Music27.7%
    Fitness10.8%
    Dog Owner8.4%
  6. 6. Bahati Kenya

    @bahatikenyaYouTubeKenya

    No bio

    Followers1.7M
    Engagement rate0.08%
    Average likes1.3K
    Audience quality score47/100Low
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.6%
    202020212022202420252026
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    United States26.1%
    India18.2%
    Ethiopia17.1%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Music25.0%
    Dog Owner13.1%
    Fitness11.9%
  7. 7. Otile Brown Official

    Otile Brown is a musician who specializes in contemporary urban kunidzia Music

    Hashtags#otilebrown#subira#niwewe#sioleo
    Followers1.7M
    Engagement rate0.6%
    Average likes10.8K
    Audience quality score68/100Average
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.5%
    202020212022202420252026
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    Tanzania21.0%
    Ethiopia19.0%
    United States17.0%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Music23.3%
    Fitness12.8%
    Dog Owner11.6%
  8. 8. Lynn Ngugi

    @LynnNgugiYouTubeKenya

    A warm welcome to my channel, My name is Lynn Ngugi and my goal with this platform is to bring you stories that have the ability to impact the communities around us. You will be inspired and challenged at the same time to make the world a better place Please Subscribe to this channel if you haven't and it will mean the world to me. Feel free to also share your stories with me via or Thank you for passing by

    Hashtags#lynnngugishow#farmlife
    Followers1.5M
    Engagement rate0.1%
    Average likes2.1K
    Audience quality score67/100Average
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.7%
    202020212022202420252026
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    United States21.8%
    Tanzania21.8%
    Ethiopia18.8%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Music14.3%
    Blogger12.7%
    Fitness12.7%
  9. 9. Willy Paul Thee Pozze

    @WillyPaulMsafiYouTubeKenya

    Willy Paul is Kenya's number one #1 Afrobeat/Pop singer and a producer based in Nairobi, Kenya. We'll known for his song I DO ft Alaine from Jamaica. Listen to His works here.

    Hashtags#willypaul#saldidointernational
    Followers1.5M
    Engagement rate1.3%
    Average likes19.1K
    Audience quality score57/100Average
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.6%
    202020212022202320242025
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    United States23.9%
    Kenya18.5%
    Ethiopia16.3%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Music18.0%
    Dancer15.4%
    Fashion10.3%
  10. 10. DIANA B

    @Diana_BahatiYouTubeKenya

    No bio

    Followers1.4M
    Engagement rate0.3%
    Average likes3.7K
    Audience quality score47/100Low
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.4%
    202020212022202420252026
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    United States23.0%
    Ethiopia18.9%
    Kenya17.6%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Music27.8%
    Blogger13.9%
    Fashion11.1%

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How We Rank the Top YouTube Influencers in Kenya

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Who are the top YouTube influencers in Kenya in 2026?

As of November 2026, the most followed of the top YouTube influencers in Kenya is Sharma Boy with 2.8M followers, followed by Israel Mbonyi and DAUGLAS_FYP. This ranking lists 4,534 creators ordered by follower count, and each card shows the creator's engagement rate, average likes and audience quality.

How do I find YouTube influencers in Kenya for my brand?

Start with this ranking of 4,534 creators and compare their engagement rate and audience quality, not just their follower count. Then create a free Heepsy account to filter creators by location, niche, follower range, engagement and audience demographics, and save the best matches to a list.

How are the top YouTube influencers in Kenya ranked?

Creators are ranked by follower count, from the most followed down, among the public profiles that match this ranking's filters. Heepsy refreshes the ranking every month with the latest public data, and this version was updated in November 2026. Each card shows an audience quality score, so you can spot accounts with suspicious followers.

What is a good engagement rate for YouTube influencers in Kenya?

The creators in this ranking have an average engagement rate of 0.4%. Engagement usually drops as follower count grows, so smaller creators often show higher rates than the accounts at the top of the list. Heepsy calculates engagement rate as the average likes and comments on recent posts divided by follower count, excluding suspicious activity.

How much do YouTube influencers in Kenya charge per post?

Rates depend mainly on follower count, engagement rate, content format and usage rights, so prices vary widely even within the same ranking. Heepsy shows a price estimate on each creator's full profile: click "Unlock full profile" and sign up for free to see pricing, audience demographics, authenticity and growth.

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