Kenny G lands in Nairobi ahead of ‘One Night Only’ concert at KICC
The concert is sponsored by Stanbic Bank Kenya
Grammy Award winning saxophonist and global smooth jazz icon Kenny G has landed in Nairobi ahead of his today’s highly anticipated event dubbed ‘One Night Only Concert’ scheduled to place at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC).
“I am so excited to finally come to Kenya to perform for the very first time. I can’t believe we’ve never been here before. My curls are ready, my sax is ready, and we’ve got a great show lined up with beautiful melodies and great musicianship. Let’s make my debut in Kenya a night to remember,” Kenny G said speaking ahead of the show.
The concert is sponsored by Stanbic Bank Kenya.
Stanbic Bank through their Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications Lilian Onyach reaffirmed the Bank’s commitment to investing in the arts and supporting Kenya’s creative economy.
“We’re honoured to welcome Kenny G to Kenya. This concert is a celebration of global excellence in music brought to life by Kenny G, while also shining a spotlight on the future of Kenyan and East African talent in Coster Ojwang and Kato Change. It will truly be a night to remember,” Onyach noted.
The concert will also feature performances by Kenyan stars Coster Ojwang and Kato Change, bringing a blend of soulful Afro-fusion and jazz guitar artistry to the stage alongside Kenny G.
With over 75 million records sold worldwide, Kenny G is the world’s best-selling instrumentalist, celebrated for timeless hits such as Songbird, Forever in Love, Silhouette and The Moment.
His music has been the soundtrack of love stories and special moments across the globe, and his debut performance in Kenya marks a milestone in the country’s cultural calendar.
Kenya’s creative economy is one of the fastest-growing sectors, expanding by 15 per cent in 2024, according to the Economic Survey 2025, second only to accommodation and food services.
Events such as this not only entertain but also demonstrate the sector’s potential to create jobs and contribute significantly to the economy.
The choice of KICC as the venue underscores its stature as a premier events destination.
With its iconic skyline presence and history of hosting global cultural and business gatherings, KICC offers the perfect setting for a night of world-class jazz under Nairobi’s sky.
Tickets for the concert have already sold out, underscoring the overwhelming demand and excitement for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
