From beats to baes: African musicians who are dating each other
In Africa’s vibrant music scene, love isn’t confined to lyrics alone, some of the continent’s biggest stars have found romance within the studio walls and beyond.
From chart-topping collabs to power couples who redefine goals, here are African music stars who turned their duets into dates.
Wahu and Nameless
Long before hashtags and couple collaborations became the norm, Kenya’s iconic duo Wahu and Nameless were the original blueprint for love in the spotlight.
Their story started at the University of Nairobi, Wahu, a math student, crossed paths with Nameless, then an architecture major.
Despite some early nerves, Nameless eventually gathered the courage to express his feelings, sparking a lasting relationship.
Married since 2005, they are proud parents of three daughters and creative partners behind hits like “Te Amo” and “Back It Up.”
Nearly two decades later, their enduring marriage continues to inspire fans across and beyond the music scene.
Arrow Bwoy and Nadia
Arrow Bwoy and Nadia Mukami kept their romance under wraps for months before Arrow proposed during his 2022 album launch.
The couple shares a son, Kai, who inspired their emotional hit “Kai Wangu.”
In a March 5, 2025, interview, Nadia revealed their wedding plans are underway but private.
“We have a date set. I won’t say when, but it’s happening this year,” she said, adding that the event will be intimate, with only close friends and family invited.
Diamond Platnumz and Zuchu
The newest wedding bells in African showbiz rang on Sunday, June 1, 2025, when Tanzanian stars Diamond Platnumz and Zuchu tied the knot.
After a whirlwind romance that began in 2021, their relationship weathered online drama and tabloid talk before culminating in a stunning ceremony that rocked East African pop culture.
Their chemistry was evident in collaborations like “Litawachoma” and “Wale Wale.” Though Diamond is known for his colorful romantic past, he credits Zuchu with grounding him and helping him embrace emotional maturity.
Simi and Adekunle Gold
Nigeria’s beloved duo Simi and Adekunle Gold (AG Baby) turned a Facebook DM into forever.
After years of missed messages and a serendipitous meeting at a concert, the pair dated for five years before tying the knot in a private beach wedding in 2019. They welcomed their daughter, Deja, in 2020.
Known for their sweet collabs and public support for each other’s careers, Simi and AG Baby remain one of Naija’s most adored music couples.
Love in the African music industry isn’t just a fantasy, it’s a reality for these stars whose beats turned into baes, proving that sometimes, harmony hits harder when it starts off the stage
Wapendwa Muziki
Wapendwa Muziki, made up of Moses and Sandra, are more than just a gospel duo, they’re husband and wife.
Married in 2021, the barefoot-singing pair have captured hearts across East Africa with their rich harmonies and honest worship.
They rose to fame with the 2022 hit “Nitangoja”, which reflected their personal journey of waiting on God, especially through years of trying to conceive. Their authenticity and devotion have made them standout voices in Kenya’s gospel scene.
From local church services to major award shows, Wapendwa Muziki prove that when love and purpose meet, the impact is powerful, both on and off stage.
