Kenyan socialite and businesswoman Huddah Monroe took to her Instagram Stories this week to announce that fans who wished to hang out with her could now do so—at a fee.
Huddah initially unveiled a Lunch Date Package costing Sh50,000 for two hours, which included free photos with her and “good vibes.” Notably, the package did not cover food or drinks, and Huddah herself would choose the location of the meeting.
To prove that people were actually willing to pay, she shared screenshots of successful M-Pesa transactions from fans who had already sent the money.
However, the overwhelming demand appears to have caught Huddah by surprise. Hours after rolling out the Sh50,000 offer, she revealed that “too many people” had paid. As a result, she raised the price to Sh150,000 for the same two-hour hangout.“I am sorry guys, Mpesa is full.Lunch date fee is now Sh150,000,” she wrote on her stories, cementing the new price
The debate also opened up broader conversations about celebrity culture in Kenya. While artists and influencers often monetize their brands through endorsements, appearances, or paid partnerships, Huddah’s decision to directly charge fans for one-on-one time feels like a new frontier.
For some, it highlights the changing dynamics of fame in the digital age, where access is increasingly transactional.
Huddah herself has always maintained that her lifestyle and time are valuable. Over the years, she has styled herself as a luxury brand—whether through her cosmetics line Rich Beauty, or her glamorous online presence. This latest move only underscores that image: if you want access, you’ll have to pay for it.
The controversy has done little to dent her confidence. In fact, by doubling down and hiking the price, Huddah appears to be leaning into the exclusivity narrative.
To her, the fact that people rushed to pay the initial 50K is proof that demand exists, and raising the price only makes her presence more premium.