Zaria Njeri: Twelve-Year-Old Gospel Artiste Wins Junior Talent Of The Year Award

• Zaria Njeri is a 12-year-old who has set her sights on greater things, and greater things are what she will achieve
• The young one is making waves as a musical champion and emerging as the next influential voice of her generation
• Zaria won the Junior Talent of the Year award and noted that the award was exciting and emotional for her

Young Kenyan musician Zaria Njeri has won the Junior Talent of The Year award.

In an interview with TUKO.co.ke, the young one talked of her award and how she stays grounded in the game.

1. How did you feel after being named FEMA's Junior Talent of the Year?

"I was shocked at first, I wasn't sure if I could win close to 20 nominees. It was exciting and emotional at the same time. For me this is a sign for bigger things."

2. How many songs have you recorded, and how has been the reception from your fans?

"I have done two. 'I can do it all' and 'ngoja ripoti' I have been taking time to study the industry and see how best I can leave a footprint. Am confident I'll do well."

3. Who is your biggest supporter and how are you able to stay grounded?

"My family, friends and fans are my best supporters. I cheer myself up as well. I believe in God and the bible teaches us to stay grounded. Family and school also help keep me grounded. I like to stay humble."

4. Tell us a bit about your music journey and what you expect in future?

"My music journey started a year ago. I have learnt so much about me and about the industry. I plan on making motivational and inspirational music while putting God in the middle of it all. I also want to be a voice for the child and youth."

5. Any advice you can offer to young talents, especially in the world of today?

"Listen to that little talent inside you and try to bring it out. If your grades are good, your parents will allow you to pursue it. But first, school. Respect everyone, and good things will come your way. Seek God and ask him what he would like you to do with the talent he gave you. Things will fall into place. Believe in yourself first. Then others will follow suit."

Shanah Manjeru feted

In 2022, Kenyan teen gospel artiste Shanah Manjeru won the second edition of the Global Child Prodigy Awards held in Dubai.

Manjeru was among the hundreds of contestants from countries like the USA, France, Russia, United Kingdom, Spain, India, Georgia, Brazil, and Greece, among others.

The Kenyan teenager was recognised for her work in the gospel music industry and was among the 100 youth feted in Dubai at the Global Child Prodigy (GCP) Awards 2022.