Co-Founder & Director, Programs & Strategies
Dennis Karanja — Denno Music
A Kenyan gospel artist, media personality, mentor and inspirational voice shaped by faith, resilience and creativity.
Dennis Karanja, popularly known as Denno Music, is a Kenyan gospel artist, music minister, media personality, mentor and inspirational voice whose journey has been shaped by faith, resilience, creativity and a commitment to uplifting others.
Having grown up and received his education at Thika School for the Blind, Denno has built a career spanning music, media, public engagement and community advocacy. His breakthrough came through Mbona (“Why?”), a collaboration with renowned gospel artist Daddy Owen, which became an important part of his musical journey and amplified messages of dignity, resilience and possibility.
His musical career has also included collaborations with leading Kenyan gospel artists such as Daddy Owen, Bahati and Eunice Njeri. Beyond music, Denno uses his platform to encourage young people, persons with disabilities and emerging creatives to recognise their abilities and pursue their ambitions.
As Co-Founder and Director, Programs & Strategies, Denno brings his experience in creative arts, mentorship, media, program development and community engagement to Amani Gold Organisation. He contributes to shaping initiatives that turn the organisation’s vision into practical opportunities and meaningful community impact.