Wakadinali, also known as Rong Rende, is a Kenyan hip hop group from the Eastlands area of Nairobi. The group, composed of Domani Munga, Scar Mkadinali, and Sewer Sydaa, started in the early 2010s as underground artists. They gained mainstream success with their 2020 album Victims of Madness, becoming important voices representing Kenyan youth.
| Full Names / Members | Domani Munga Scar Mkadinali Sewer Sydaa |
| Place of Origin | Eastlands, Nairobi, Kenya |
| Dates of Birth | N/A |
| Nationality | Kenyan |
| Occupations | Rappers, Songwriters, Producers |
| Record Labels | Zoza Nation |
| Net Worth | USD 550,000 |
Career
Wakadinali began their journey with the single “Nani Ya Cockpit,” building a strong grassroots following. Their debut album, Ndani ya Cockpit 1, came out in 2017 and was followed by a second album.
Their 2020 release, Victims of Madness, brought them widespread recognition with notable drill-inspired songs like “XL” and “Extra Pressure.”
They continued to release music over the years, including albums such as Easy, Haitaki Hasira, and Ndani ya Cockpit 3.
Collaborations with prominent Kenyan artists further elevated their profile. Today, they are among the most streamed local acts on Spotify, highlighting their growing influence in Kenya’s music scene.
Personal Life
The group members keep their personal lives private and primarily focus on their music careers. Alongside making music, they co-founded the record label Zoza Nation, which promotes and supports upcoming artists through profit-sharing arrangements.
Net Worth
Wakadinali’s estimated net worth is approximately USD 550,000, earned through music sales, streaming revenue, live performances, and related ventures.
Discography
Albums:
- Ndani ya Cockpit 1 (2017)
- Ndani ya Cockpit 2 (2018)
- Victims of Madness (2020)
- Easy (2022)
- Haitaki Hasira (2022)
- Ndani ya Cockpit 3 (2022)
Awards and Nominations
They won seven awards at the 2019 Uncut Hip Hop Awards such as Best Rap Group, Best Album, and Best Song.
In 2023, they were nominated for Best New MVP at the Soundcity MVP Awards. Their work has also appeared on Rolling Stone’s Best Afropop Songs lists.
