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Losing my wife was the darkest moment in my life - Gospel singer Reuben Kigame

Reuben Kigame

For most people, being blind could spell the end of the world. But for Reuben Kigame, this is not the case. He revealed to JACOB NG’ETICH how his fate has made him become a better listener and more patient. The versatile singer, media owner, husband and father says his ambitions are to own the greatest TV station in Africa

How did you begin singing?
I used to sing after family dinner, just before retiring to bed. I was about five years. My brother Philemon had different musical instruments and he allowed me to play with them. Little did I know I was preparing myself for a music future. In primary school, together with some of my friends, we formed a band and used to hold small gigs in school.

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