Charles Bukeko aka Papa Shirandula (July 10, 1962 – July 18, 2020) was a legendary Kenyan actor, comedian and director whose show Papa Shirandula for over a decade (2007-2020) had viewers glued on their screens. Meet the legend, the man.
This article is part of our series on quotes by personalities and leaders of Luhya descent. Here is the late Kenyan Tv icon Omwami Charles Bukeko aka Papa Shirandula on success. Charles Bukeko aka Papa Shirandula (July 10, 1962 – July 18, 2020) was a Kenyan actor, comedian and director whose show Papa Shirandula was … Read more
This stunning Papa Shirandula mural by bankslaveone is the most fitting of eulogies. Bankslaveone is an acclaimed Kenyan street artist famous for his commemorative depiction of modern heroes, alongside pieces on social activism on his canvas – the walls in the streets of Nairobi and beyond, in need of being brought to life. In this … Read more
We are saddened by the passing on of Kenyan veteran actor and comedian Charles Bukeko, popularly known as Papa Shirandula following a short illness. We pray that the Almighty Wele Khakaba gives comfort and strength to his family and friends. Omwami Charles Bukeko popularly known as Papa Shirandula is dead. His family confirmed to Kenyan media … Read more
Makokha and Papa Shirandula – just to name a few of the most accomplished Luhya acts in recent times – offer the shoulders upon which this new generation of artists putting Luhya comedy on the world map stand upon, as they reach for the stars. Meet comedians Nakhumicha, The Musalia Mudambi, Miheso, Mc Tonde, Choffuri, … Read more
