Watendawili have reached a major career milestone after earning gold record plaques for surpassing 20 million streams with both their debut EP Double Treble and breakout hit Cham Thum (Atoti).
The Kenyan music duo shared the achievement on social media, thanking fans for their unwavering support.
"Guys, we just picked up our Gold plaques. Over 20 million streams on our debut EP Double Treble. Over 20 million streams on our smash hit Cham Thum (Atoti). We want to say thank you to our fans. We love you all. Many more to come," they wrote.
The milestone underscores the duo's growing influence on digital streaming platforms, with both projects continuing to attract listeners long after their release.
Watendawili, made up of Israel Onyach (Onyach Pala) and Eugene Ywaya Tajiri, first gained attention under the name Kaskazini before rebranding.
Their signature blend of Afropop and soulful melodies has earned them industry recognition and a steadily growing fan base across East Africa.
Their catalogue also includes songs such as Beba, featuring R&B singer Xenia Manasseh, showcasing their versatility and willingness to collaborate across genres.
The latest achievement reflects the duo's rising profile, with streaming numbers increasingly serving as a key indicator of an artist's commercial success and cultural reach.
Watendawili are expected to perform at the Peaches and Cream event in September, giving fans an opportunity to celebrate the milestone with them live.
Fans flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages. One user, @ogetocornelius0, wrote, "Almost hitting the Sauti Sol levels na bado wako na nguvu ya bangers," while @Mamii Hanny added, "They definitely deserve it."