Renowned Kenyan comedian Njugush, real name Timothy Kimani Ndegwa, is a darling of many Kenyans, having been in the comic industry for almost a decade now. However, his rise to fame was not a walk in the park, as he put in an extraordinary effort and eventually became a force to be reckoned with in Kenya’s comedy.
Due to his success and accomplishments, Njugush is undoubtedly an inspiration to talented content creators in Kenya, especially those from humble backgrounds.
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Times Digital Kenya explores the humble beginnings (in photos) of Timothy Kimani Ndegwa, popularly known as Njugush.
Njugush before fame…
His childhood was filled with challenges, as he was born dumbfounded, which brought a lot of pain and worry to his parents.
A local publication reports that during his first month, Njugush couldn’t utter anything, and his mother was forced to pinch him to at least hear his voice.
Later, his parents sought medical attention, and doctors recommended a surgical procedure, which in turn helped him as he had never kept silent up to date.
That’s not all; Njugush continued to face hardships even in primary school as he moved from school to school. Can you imagine that he attended six primary schools? It wasn’t his mistake, but due to the nature of his father’s work as a clergyman.
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In secondary school, Njugush scored a C+, a grade his family didn’t expect, and this minimized his chances of joining his dream college, Catholic University. In short, this is his highest level of education.
Rise to fame
Upon completing his studies, Njugush had to look for a job that would help him pay bills and put food on the table; nevertheless, he faced numerous challenges.
For instance, he met stumbling blocks in his pursuit to become a famous comedian in the country. This is because when looking for someone to hold his hand, Njugush didn’t get help, forcing him to try even harder for some years.
Despite these challenges, he never gave up and believed that he would make it one day.
“Actually, I knocked on several doors and faced numerous rejections. However, I always believed that one day I would break through,”
he told a local publication in a previous interview.
Luckily, the comedian encountered former Tahidi High Actor Abel Mutua, who was looking for someone to feature in his new show (which he was launching at the time).
When Njugush was given the ‘rare’ opportunity by Abel Mutua, he grabbed it and dedicated his energy and passion.
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After featuring in the show, Njugush became a bigwig in Kenya’s comedy industry. His name became even bigger after he was featured in the ‘Real House Helps of Kawangware’ at KTN and later NTV.
Now, Njugush is an influencer, MC, and mentor, thanks to his hard work and determination.
