Mejja Biography: Lifestyle, Education, Music, Family, Hustling Etc.

Mejja, also known as ‘Okonkwo’ or ‘Mtoto Wa Khadija’, whose real name is Major Nameye Khadija is a Kenyan Genge Artist and Performer. He was born on 23^rd May 1986. He is currently 39 years old.

Mejja Biography

Full Names:	Major Nameye Khadija
Known as:	Mejja, Okonkwo, Mtoto Wa Khadija
Date of Birth:	23rd May 1986
Age:	39 Years Old
Place of Birth:	Nairobi, Kenya
Place of Growth:	Nanyuki ; KenyaNyeri; Kenya
Profession:	Musician, Performer

Mejja Family

Mejja is the youngest of three brothers.

He was raised by a single mother called Khadija.

Her mother is his greatest inspiration.

She suffered from a brain tumor, which made her lose her memory, which she later regained.

She also loved singing Mejja bedtime stories.

His father was in the army and wasn’t present in his life.

He later passed on.

Mejja once said;

“ I call myself Khadija because my father was a like sperm donor.”

Mejja Education

Mejja attended Naromoru High School, located in Naromoru, Nyeri County – Kenya.

He finished high school and started hustling.

Mejja Hustling Journey

Mejja started hustling by selling groundnuts in Naromoru town. ( A town between Njeri & Nanyuki – Kenya).

The business flopped, and he then returned to Nyeri town. 

He started hanging advertisement posters for events all over town.

Mejja had to wake up as early as 5 AM to do the job.

Mejja Musical Journey

Mejja started appearing in local mixes while living in Nyeri.

He later participated in a talent search presented by Telecommunication & Mobile Money service provider, Airtel, formerly Celtel.

He became the runner-up in the competition.

He was awarded a Nokia 1110 phone with airtime worth 50 Kenya shillings.

He proceeded to the finals in Nairobi and later became the winner.

He was awarded a piano and a Television.

Calif Records

Mejja met Clemo at the talent search event, who had an interest in recording a song for him.

They exchanged contacts, then Mejja went back to Nyeri.

After 3 months, Clemo called him back to Nairobi.

Clemo welcomed him to his house, then went and did clothes shopping for him.

Mejja then recorded his big hit song, “Jana Kuliendaje”, but the song was rejected from being played by one of the biggest TV programs at the time.

Mejja was also booed during his first show, which was a basketball show presented by Sprite.

He used to copy his music to CDs, then give them out for free to people during traffic on Roads such as Thika Road, Jogoo Road in Nairobi and also to different Matatu Drivers.

Mejja released several songs under Calif Records, such as:-

• Mezesha, released on 22^nd April 2009.
• Niko Poa (Barua), released on 14^th August 2009.
• Furahia Maisha, released on 21^st November 2010.
• Majengo, released on 27^th March 2011.
• Landlord, released on 22^nd May 2011.
• Round hii (collaborated with Madtraxx & Jimwat), released on 31^st August 2011.
• Bongo la Biashara (with Juacali), released on 31^st August 2011.
• AMONG OTHERS

Juacali once took him to Machakos, which was his first place to perform outside Nairobi.

At the end of every performance, Mejja normally says;

“Usiangalie mahali umetoka ukienda mbele na ukifika mahali unaenda usiangalie mahali umetoka, na usisahau kuambia mwenyezi mungu.”

Which translates to;

“When moving forward, don’t look at where you came from, and when you reach your destination, don’t forget where you came from and don’t forget to tell God.”

The Kansoul

Mejja left Calif Records by Clemo and formed ‘The Kansoul, alongside Kid Kora and Madtraxx.

The Kansoul released hit songs such as:-

• Nyongwa, released on 3^rd November 2014.
• Tunakubali (By Timmy Tdat Featuring Them), released on 19^th September 2015.
• Utamu Wa Life, released on 11^th August 2016.
• No Woman No Party, released on 11^th October 2016.
• Bablas (Hangover), released on 7^th March 2017.
• Position (By Ethic Featuring Them), released on 6^th August 2018.
• Kufa Juu (By Creme De La Creme Featuring Tribeless & Them), released on 27^th February 2018.
• Na Iwake (By Ochungulo Family Featuring Them), released on 12^th March 2019.
• Accelerator [Serereka] (Featuring Vivian), released on 23^rd June 2019. 
• Mpenzi Mtazamaji (By Ochungulo Family Featuring Them), released on 23^rd June 2020.
• AMONG OTHERS.

KidKora left the group in October 2016. He posted a message on Instagram saying;

“Thank you, Red republik, and thank you to the Kansoul. It’s been an amazing journey. On to a new musical adventure. #Kidkayoclock”

Solo Career

Mejja started his solo career in 2020 with the release of a song titled ‘Ulimi Yangu’ (Featuring DJ Nephas).

He has released hit songs such as:

• Siskii [Kamote], released on 19^th February 2021.
• Tabia za wa Kenya [Kanairo], released on 18^th May 2021.
• Siku hizi ni KuBad, released on 23^rd July 2021.
• Usiniharibie Mood, released on 1^st February 2022.
• Kanairo Dating, released on 14^th July 2022.
• Punguza Ego, released on 20^th April 2023.
• Weh Decide, released on 8^th August 2023.
• Ushawahi, released on 28^th May 2024.
• Amnesia, released on 26^th August 2024.
• Ya Mwisho, released on 15^th April 2025.

Mejja has also been featured in various hit songs such as:

• Utaweza (By Femi One), released on 1^st April 2020.
• Watoto na Pombe (Otile Brown Featuring Magix Enga & him), released on 30^th June 2020.
• Wanani [Remix] (By Bahati Featuring Him, Petra, Odi Wa Muranga, Ssaru & Benzema), released on 3^rd July 2020.
• Pakua (By Jovial), released on 1^st September 2020.
• Prakata (By Willy Paul), released on 13th August 2020.
• Kalale (By Willis ‘Bazu’ Raburu Featuring Rekless, Breeder LW, Mejja & Ssaru), released on 28^th August 2020.
• Lewa (By Parroty Featuring Him, Kabagazi & Oneboy), released on 22^nd October 2020.
• Cheza Kama Wewe [Remix] (By Trio Mio Featuring Him, Exray & Nellythegoon), released on 22^nd November 2020.
• NYE (By Willy Paul), released on 24^th November 2020.
• Shamra Shamra (By Mbuzi Gang), released on 31^st December 2020.
• Chini Chini (By Matata), released on 13^th August 2021.
• Kamnyweso (By Khaligraph Jones), released on 14^th March 2022.
• Ka Unaweza (By Maandy), released on 3^rd June 2022.
• Ni Wetu (By Maandy), released on 17^th November 2022.
• G BAGA JAT REMIX (By Stoopid Boy, Featuring Him, Breeder LW, Gody Tennor & Spoiler), released on 19^th March 2024.
• AMONG OTHERS

Mejja Relationship 

During an interview in 2018 at Radio Jambo, Mejja revealed that his ex-wife broke up with him through a text after they were in a relationship for five years.

Mejja fell into depression and thought about suicide to put an end to his devastation.

Mejja was later in another relationship that ended in December 2020.

Mejja Children

Mejja is a father of two children, from different mothers.

He once said in a podcast that he isn’t the best father, but he is trying.

He also revealed that he is present in his children’s lives.

Mejja Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Who is Mejja?

  Mejja, also known as ‘Okonkwo’ or ‘Mtoto Wa Khadija’, whose real name is Major Nameye Khadija is a Kenyan Genge Artist and Performer.

• What is Mejja's real name?

  Mejja real name is Major Nameye Khadija.

• When was Mejja Born?

  Mejja was born on 23^rd May 1986.

• How old is Mejja?

  Mejja is currently 39 Years Old.

• Where did Mejja attend high school?

  Mejja attended Naromoru High School, located in Naromoru, Nyeri County – Kenya.

• What songs has Mejja released under Calif Records?
  Mejja has released several songs under Calif Records, such as:-

  • Mezesha, released on 22^nd April 2009.
  • Niko Poa (Barua), released on 14^th August 2009.
  • Furahia Maisha, released on 21^st November 2010.
  • Majengo, released on 27^th March 2011.
  • Landlord, released on 22^nd May 2011.
  • Jana Kuliendaje, released on 31^st August 2011.
  • Round hii (collaborated with Madtraxx & Jimwat), released on 31^st August 2011.
  • Bongo la Biashara (with Juacali), released on 31^st August 2011.
  • AMONG OTHERS
• What Solo hits has Mejja released so far?
  Mejja has released solo hit songs such as:

  • Siskii [Kamote], released on 19^th February 2021.
  • Tabia za wa Kenya [Kanairo], released on 18^th May 2021.
  • Siku hizi ni KuBad, released on 23^rd July 2021.
  • Usiniharibie Mood, released on 1^st February 2022.
  • Kanairo Dating, released on 14^th July 2022.
  • Punguza Ego, released on 20^th April 2023.
  • Weh Decide, released on 8^th August 2023.
  • Ushawahi, released on 28^th May 2024.
  • Amnesia, released on 26^th August 2024.
  • Ya Mwisho, released on 15^th April 2025.
• What songs has Mejja been featured in?
  Mejja has been featured in various hit songs such as:

  • Utaweza (By Femi One), released on 1^st April 2020.
  • Watoto na Pombe (Otile Brown Featuring Magix Enga & him), released on 30^th June 2020.
  • Wanani [Remix] (By Bahati Featuring Him, Petra, Odi Wa Muranga, Ssaru & Benzema), released on 3^rd July 2020.
  • Pakua (By Jovial), released on 1^st September 2020.
  • Prakata (By Willy Paul), released on 13th August 2020.
  • Kalale (By Willis ‘Bazu’ Raburu Featuring Rekless, Breeder LW, Mejja & Ssaru), released on 28^th August 2020.
  • Lewa (By Parroty Featuring Him, Kabagazi & Oneboy), released on 22^nd October 2020.
  • Cheza Kama Wewe [Remix] (By Trio Mio Featuring Him, Exray & Nellythegoon), released on 22^nd November 2020.
  • NYE (By Willy Paul), released on 24^th November 2020.
  • Shamra Shamra (By Mbuzi Gang), released on 31^st December 2020.
  • Chini Chini (By Matata), released on 13^th August 2021.
  • Kamnyweso (By Khaligraph Jones), released on 14^th March 2022.
  • Ka Unaweza (By Maandy), released on 3^rd June 2022.
  • Ni Wetu (By Maandy), released on 17^th November 2022.
  • G BAGA JAT REMIX (By Stoopid Boy, Featuring Him, Breeder LW, Gody Tennor & Spoiler), released on 19^th March 2024.
  • AMONG OTHERS
• How did Mejja break up with his ex-wife?

  During an interview in 2018 at Radio Jambo, Mejja revealed that his ex-wife broke up with him through a text after they were in a relationship for five years.

• How many children does Mejja have?

  Mejja has two children, from different mothers.

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