Gospel music enthusiasts are in for a spiritual and musical treat as American gospel icon CeCe Winans prepares to grace the stage in Nairobi.
The multi-award-winning singer, real names Priscilla Marie Winans Love. known for her powerhouse vocals and timeless worship songs, will perform at Uhuru Gardens on August 30, 2025, as part of her ongoing “More Than This” world tour.
The concert, is being organized by Madfun, a Kenyan entertainment powerhouse renowned for bringing international acts to the country.
With support from EventPass, which is managing event listings and ticketing, the show promises to draw thousands of worshippers eager to experience Winans’ live ministry.
CeCe Winans’ “More Than This” tour follows the release of her 2024 live album of the same name, a project that has cemented her as one of gospel’s most enduring voices. The tour has already captivated audiences in the United States and parts of Europe, and her Africa leg includes stops in Johannesburg, Harare, Kampala, Cape Town, and Nairobi.
For Winans, the African tour is not just about music but about connection. Speaking ahead of her concerts, she emphasized her excitement at returning to Africa, noting the continent’s “deep spiritual energy” and the warmth of its audiences. Nairobi, in particular, has long been a hub for gospel music in East Africa, making it a natural stop on her global schedule.
The concert will also feature a lineup of local gospel talent, including Kambua, Moz DJ, and rising star Vanissy, ensuring a blend of international and homegrown artistry. This collaboration highlights Kenya’s vibrant gospel scene while allowing local artists to share the stage with a global powerhouse.
Behind the scenes, Madfun is playing a crucial role in making Winans’ Nairobi stop possible. The company has built a reputation for pulling off large-scale events in Kenya despite the challenges that often confront promoters—such as venue restrictions, high costs, and shifting audience expectations.
With a career spanning over four decades, she has won 17 Grammy Awards, 33 Dove Awards, and 24 Stellar Awards, 3 in the Billboard Music Awards 7 NAACP Image Awards and other notable awards making her the most-awarded female gospel artist in history.
Her songs, including classics like “Alabaster Box”, “Mercy Said No”, and recent hits from her live albums, like That’s my King,Come Jesus Come,Holy Forever and More Than This have become anthems of faith around the world. For many Kenyan fans, seeing her live is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to worship alongside a voice that has shaped modern gospel music.
Organizers have promised an immersive experience, complete with state-of-the-art sound, live band accompaniment, and a family-friendly environment.