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King Kaka @39: Rapper recalls near-death ordeals as he celebrates birthday
07th May, 2026 11:27 AM
Veteran rapper and storyteller Kennedy Ombima, famously known as King Kaka, has marked his 39th birthday with a deeply reflective message, opening up about life, survival, and gratitude while sharing about past experiences where he came close to death.
The rapper, born on May 7, 1987, shared a candid post on Thursday, May 7, 2026, describing his life journey as a movie, revealing that he is currently working on a book that captures his personal story and experiences.
In his message, the rapper said he has recalled near-death ordeals and other life moments that reflect both his struggles and his resilience over the years.
He noted that he continues to live in what he believes is a destiny shaped for him, expressing gratitude for another year of life
“The King is Born. 7th May 1987. Writing a Book and it feels like a movie. Danced with death a couple of times, dined with life and living in the destiny that was placed upon me,” King Kaka wrote.
“God, I am grateful for another year to witness your blessings. Happy Bornday to Mr. Invincible.”
King Kaka on near-death ordeal
Earlier, the celebrated rapper opened up about one of the darkest periods of his life, recalling a mysterious illness he battled about two to three years ago that nearly claimed his life.
Speaking during a candid conversation with media personality Oga Obinna on Monday night, April 13, 2026, King Kaka revealed the frustration of being seriously unwell while doctors struggled to find a diagnosis.
He says he used to pray for a disease so that doctors could treat it.
“There was a time I was praying for a disease, wacha nipatwe na kitu ndio waanze kutreat’,” King Kaka said.
“Everything was negative, I used to get doctors telling me’ tumetoka grafting and hauna cancer ‘, and I would get pissed because I just wanted a disease ndio tuanze kuitreat.”
At the peak of his illness, King Kaka says his condition deteriorated rapidly. Despite numerous hospital visits and tests, nothing concrete was found, leaving him physically weak and emotionally drained.
He recalled moments of deep despair, even bargaining with God as he lay in bed.
“There was a time I bargained with God kwa my bed, I was like’ I know this is my time and am ready for it,’” he recalled.
Preparing for the worst
The rapper went on to say that the situation became so dire that he began preparing for death.
He admitted that he even misled his family so they could take him to the hospital, fearing his children would witness him being carried out in a body bag.
“Nilidanganya home ndio wanipeleke hospitali because I did not want my kids wanione nikitolewa na bodybag, because I knew that was what was coming next; I could not walk, I could not eat, I used to crawl to the washroom,” King Kaka added.
Upon being admitted, he contacted his lawyer to update his will, convinced that the end was near.
“I knew it was coming, and when I got to the hospital, I called my lawyer and told him we need to update the will,” he stated.
