Esther Akoth aka Akothee is one of Kenya’s biggest musicians who many seem to question how she’s made it thus far. Akothee is however not bothered by all the hate as she ‘s always ready to give her fans great music. It is no surprise that in as much as the controversial outspoken socialite sometimes falls short of people’s expectations, she has a big heart and gives to most people who need help. No wonder, she has been taken advantage in the past by many.

From grass to grace, Akothee has shown nothing, but resilience and determination as she continues to work hard at her craft.

Here’s a look at her biography.

Akothee Age

Akothee was born on the 8th of April 1980. She is 40 years old.

Akothee Early Life

Akothee comes from a loving family that has always supported her in her career path.

She was born in the Kisumu County to a father who was an administrator and a mother who was a politician.
Akothee Education

Akothee attended Nyabisawa Girls School for her secondary education. However, Akothee dropped out when she was in form 2 because she decided to elope with a boy from the neighbouring boys school who always wrote her love letters.

She went back to school in 2004 to finish her education at the Wasio Mixed Secondary School. Akothee passed with flying colours and was happy to share the results with her fans.
Akothee Relationship

Akothee was married to Jared Okello. Sadly, the relationship did not go so well as the two got a divorce in 2006 and Akothe said she has no inkling as to why her marriage to the father of her three daughters ended.

“I really feel like I should show him my new styles and the things I learnt on earth after I left. I have advanced. God bless you and your family,” posted Akothee.

Akothee is a proud mother to five children who she adores so much and will do anything for them. She has three daughters; Vesha, Rue and Fancy. She also has got two sons Oyoo and Ojwang, and she loves to refer to them as her Princes.

In a November 11, 2019 letter, the philanthropic Akothee wrote why she harbours no ill feelings against Okello.

“I have raised my children knowing their father is alive, loved and respected even in his absence, but I used to gossip about him somewhere far from my kids before I healed. I have raised my children knowing church is mandatory to go every Saturday unless otherwise, I have raised my children knowing forgiveness is divine.” she said.

Akothee Career

To get to where she is today, Akothee has been a taxi driver and a vendor before. With her dedication and hard work, Akothee is now one of Kenya’s great musicians and a successful businesswoman.

Akothee’s career in music started in 2008 and has since been releasing great music only for her fans.

When Akothee released her second single, Pashe, she met Will M Tuva who helped organize a media tour for her in Tanzania. With this, Akothee had the opportunity to work with Diamond Platnumz. They released a single titled ‘Sweet Love’ which received positive reviews from her fans.