Jua Cali Biography

Paul Julius Nunda, born September 12, 1979, is a Kenyan hip hop artiste best known by his stage name Jua Cali. He was raised as a devout Catholic in California Estate, located east of Nairobi. He was known as an introverted adolescent who was frequently silent and rarely socialized. He attended Ainsworth Primary School (Standards 1 to 6), Shepherds Junior Buruburu (Standards 6 to 8), Jamuhuri High School, and Kenya Christian Industrial Training Institute (K.C.I.T.I) Eastleigh, where he earned a certificate in Information technology.

His stage moniker, Jua Cali, is derived from an estate in Nairobi called California, as is the name of his label, Calif Records. The Swahili word for ‘Know’ is ‘Jua’. This translates to ‘Know California’

Jua Cali’s Family & Siblings

His deceased parents, Doreen Onditi and Evans Onditi, were both educators. At age 10, his older sibling Christopher Sati encouraged him to begin rapping. Jua Cali frequently cites his brother Chris and his parents as his greatest life influences. Additionally, he is dell xerxes’s brother-in-law.

How Old is Jua Cali ?

Jua Cali was born in September 12, 1979, He is 44 years old as of 2023.

Jua Cali Nationality

Jua Cali was born in Nairobi’s Eastlands. He is Kanyan.

Jua Cali Music Career

His earlier musical endeavors included singing with the group Sita Futi.

Sita Futi disbanded almost immediately after its formation, leaving Jua Cali and his close friend Jemmoh behind. The former members of the group departed to pursue careers outside of music.

Like the majority of Kenyan musicians, it took him several years to issue his debut studio album. In 2006, his album “Juacali Sekta” was released, containing mostly previously released singles.

In 2007, his single “Kwaheri” featuring Coca-Cola’s Sainapei Tande-winning pop star and radio host was a major success in Kenya. On December 31, 2008/2009, he released a new album titled “Ngeli ya Genge.”

In August of 2007, The Standard newspaper ranked him among the top 100 most influential Kenyans.

Jua Cali and his childhood friend Clemo founded Calif Records, a record label that rapidly rose to prominence in the East African music scene with chart-topping artists and songs. Additionally, Calif Records created the Genge genre of Kenyan hip hop.

Their debut recording,” Ruka,” was released in 2001, and “Nipe Asali” followed in 2002. In 2004, they collaborated on the song “Kamata Dame” with Pilipili.

Jua Cali has released a succession of new songs with the help of American producer Keggah. Both of his new compositions, Karibu Nairobi and Kuna Sheng, have received extensive airplay and positive reviews from entertainment in Kenya pundits.

Jua Cali Children

Jua Cali and Lily have been married for eight years and share three children.

Jua Cali Height and Weight

Jua Cali’s weight and height is currently not in our database. Full body measurements will be updated soon. However, he pursued a spot on the Kenyan National Basketball Team but never made the squad, citing his height as the reason.

Jua Cali Awards

Won

• 2006 Kisima Music Awards – Boomba Male
• 2007 Chaguo La Teeniez Awards (CHAT Awards) – Best Male & Celebrity of the Year
• 2007 Kisima Music Awards – Best Male Artist & Boomba Male.
• 2007 Pearl of Africa Music Awards (PAM Awards) – Best Male Artist (Kenya)
• 2008 Chaguo La Teeniez Awards – Favourite Male Artiste & Best Live Stage Performance & Best Collabo Song (“Kwaheri” with Sainapei).

Nominated

• 2006 Chaguo La Teeniez Awards – nominated in three categories, but won none of them
• 2007 MTV Europe Music Awards – Best Africa Act
• 2007 MOBO Awards
• 2008 Tanzania Music Awards – Best East African Song (“Kwaheri”)
• 2008 MTV Africa Music Awards – Best Male

Jua Cali Videography

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