Video of Azziad Nasenya Saying She Hates Asking for Money Emerges: "I Have a Problem with Begging"

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Azziad Nasenya has been at the center of public debate following allegations of unpaid debts. The claims emerged after blogger Edgar Obare shared anonymous messages accusing her of borrowing large sums and failing to repay them.

As the controversy grew, an old interview resurfaced in which Azziad discussed her views on borrowing money. Speaking with filmmaker Phil Karanja, she emphasized her preference for financial independence.

“There is satisfaction in earning your own money. I sleep well knowing I made that KSh 50 myself. I don’t know how to beg, and I never want to be in a position where I have to,” she said.

Allegations of Unpaid Loans

Obare alleged that Azziad borrowed KSh 400,000 from a close friend, promising to repay within three days, but the debt reportedly remained unpaid for months. He also shared voice recordings of a distressed individual, alleged to be Azziad, discussing financial difficulties.

Additionally, TikToker Mary Musyoka claimed that Azziad owes her KSh 300,000. These accusations have fueled online conversations about her financial situation.

Manager’s Response

Azziad’s manager, Peter Kawa, addressed the allegations in a January 2025 interview with Ankali Ray.

“She is okay and with her mum in Germany. I cannot confirm or deny the claims circulating online. People are free to talk,” he stated, adding that Azziad may or may not respond to the accusations.

Rise to Fame and Career Achievements

Azziad gained prominence in 2019 after a TikTok video of her dancing to Utawezana by Femi One and Mejja went viral. Since then, she has built a massive social media following, boasting over 3.2 million TikTok followers, 2.4 million Instagram followers, and 178,000 YouTube subscribers.

Beyond social media, she has pursued acting, radio hosting, and brand endorsements. She has featured in TV series such as The Odd Pair (2023), Faithless (2023), and Selina (2018), while also playing Miss Kemi in Prefects.

In 2020, Azziad was named a Global Ambassador for the Save Our Future campaign and later became a brand ambassador for BIC Miss Soleil razors. In 2023, she joined the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Sports, and Arts as part of the Creatives Technical Committee.

Her LinkedIn profile lists her as the Founder and Board Chair of Zynergy Point, a consultancy aimed at professionalizing content creation in Africa.