Veteran Kenyan musician David Mathenge, popularly known as Nameless, has left netizens celebrating love after marking his 21st wedding anniversary with fellow singer Wahu Kagwi.
The couple, who have become one of Kenya’s most enduring celebrity unions, celebrated the milestone on Thursday, September 10, 2026, exactly 21 years after exchanging their vows in a memorable lakeside wedding.
Nameless took to social media to reflect on the journey, sharing a heartfelt message dedicated to his wife.
“Today we celebrate 21 years since we said ‘I Do!’ by the lake, with family and friends all wishing us well🙏🏾🙏🏾! It’s been a ride and a half and I can’t help but be grateful for the beautiful years and moments we have shared together!! Happy anniversary babe! You still the one! ❤️❤️😊 #NamelessAndWahu@21 😉😊 #10Sept2005”
The emotional message quickly resonated with fans, many of whom praised the celebrated couple for maintaining their relationship through more than two decades of marriage while simultaneously building successful careers in the entertainment industry.
A love story that started on campus
Nameless and Wahu’s relationship dates back to their University of Nairobi days.
The two met in 1998 at a campus-related event after being introduced by a mutual friend, Bernard “Neto” Ng’ang’a. At the time, Nameless was studying architecture while Wahu was pursuing mathematics.
Their relationship blossomed gradually, with the two spending years dating before eventually deciding to settle down.
According to accounts shared by the couple over the years, their courtship involved simple moments such as walks, picnics, camping and watching movies together.
Nameless has previously revealed that their first official date was at a Wimpy restaurant in Nairobi, although Wahu arrived about an hour late.
After several years together, the couple exchanged vows on September 10, 2005, at Lake Naivasha.
Their wedding, held at the Lake Naivasha Country Club, has over the years remained one of the most memorable celebrity weddings in Kenya.
Reports about the ceremony describe an outdoor lakeside celebration attended by family, friends and several prominent figures from Kenya’s entertainment scene.
From young lovers to an entertainment power couple
Twenty-one years later, Nameless and Wahu have grown from young university sweethearts into respected figures in Kenya’s entertainment industry.
Nameless rose to prominence in the late 1990s and went on to establish himself as one of the country’s influential Afropop musicians, while Wahu also built a successful career as a singer and songwriter.
Their relationship has therefore unfolded alongside their professional journeys, allowing fans to witness different chapters of their lives both on and off stage.
The couple has previously been open about the realities of marriage, acknowledging that their journey has included disagreements, difficult moments, triumphs and periods of growth.
In an earlier interview, they revealed that the early years of their marriage were not always easy and that communication and counselling helped them navigate some of the challenges they encountered.
They also emphasized the importance of respecting each other’s individuality and managing expectations in marriage.
Family remains at the heart of their journey
Beyond music and public appearances, Nameless and Wahu have built a family together.
Their daughters have also occasionally featured in the couple’s public celebrations, giving fans a glimpse into their family life.
The couple has repeatedly described their children and family as among their greatest achievements, even as their individual music careers have continued to evolve.
Nameless has previously used music to celebrate his family.
On their 13th wedding anniversary, he released Am Good, a song dedicated to Wahu and their children, describing the family as an important source of strength throughout their journey.
21 years of love, growth and partnership
Their 21st anniversary comes after years of publicly celebrating milestones together.
For their 15th anniversary, Wahu reminisced about boarding a boat across the lake before saying “I do” to her campus sweetheart, while Nameless described their journey as one filled with ups and downs, joy, sorrow, victories and losses.
Their latest anniversary message appears to carry the same sentiment, with Nameless expressing gratitude for the years and memories they have created together.
His declaration that Wahu is “still the one” also echoed a phrase that has featured prominently in the couple’s anniversary celebrations over the years.
The Mathenges have consequently become more than just a celebrity couple to many Kenyans.
Their ability to navigate marriage, parenthood, fame and demanding careers has made their relationship one that continues to attract admiration.
As they mark 21 years since that lakeside “I do”, Nameless and Wahu appear to be celebrating not just the wedding anniversary itself, but the friendship, family, growth and shared experiences that have sustained their journey.
And judging by the reactions from their fans, their love story still has plenty of chapters left to write.
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