Coster Ojwang’s latest masterpiece dubbed ‘Mbak Ndalo’ is yet another testament to why he is steadily rising into the pantheon of Kenya’s finest contemporary musicians. His growth from a Tusker Project Fame hopeful to a fully-fledged musical force is nothing short of remarkable.
Today, when you press play on a Coster Ojwang record, you don’t just listen—you feel. His voice, layered over poetic Dholuo lyrics, transcends language, speaking straight to the heart even if you don’t catch a single word.
Mbak Ndalo, his latest studio EP released on August 22, is a five-track journey through raw emotion, cultural rootedness, and refined artistry. It’s the kind of project where each track—Jambaka, Anyango, Ohera, Osiepe, and Nyiego—could easily be your favorite, depending on the day and the mood.
That’s the beauty of Coster’s genius: every song is crafted with such depth that choosing one over the other feels almost unfair. And just when you think you’ve understood his artistry, he surprises you again.
The cover art for Mbak Ndalo? Drawn by Ojwang himself.
This detail is telling—it reflects not just his multi-talented nature but also his deep personal investment in every facet of his music. It’s rare to encounter an artist so intent on pouring his entire being into the experience he shares with his listeners. Produced in collaboration with the gifted Ian Stephen Owiti, the project deliberately avoids features, allowing Ojwang’s singular voice and vision to shine without distraction.
The result is a cohesive, unfiltered expression of his musical soul—pure, poignant, and proudly Kenyan. With Mbak Ndalo, Coster Ojwang doesn’t just ask for your attention—he earns your respect.
