Singer Isacco Speaks on Decade-Long Charity Mission: “It’s a Calling”
- Most know him for his electrifying performances, but few are aware of the quiet sacrifices Isacco makes away from the spotlight
- For over a decade, the Kenyan-raised musician has traded microphones for moments of service
- The singer spoke to TUKO.co.ke on what drives him to cancel concerts to hold the hands of strangers
Kenyan-raised musician Murwanashyaka Nzabonimana, better known as Isacco, has opened up about his charity work.
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The singer disclosed that he has spent over 10 years quietly dedicating himself to a cause far removed from the glitz of the stage: serving the sick and vulnerable at the annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes, France.
For Isacco, dubbed the King of the Stage for his electrifying performances, his commitment is not just charity; it’s a calling.
Why did singer Isacco cancel concerts?
“I assist pilgrims with meals, dressing, and emotional comfort while ensuring their safety, he told TUKO.co.ke.
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The artiste noted that his devotion to the cause runs so deep that in 2022, he cancelled concerts just to be present.
“In Lourdes, I’ve learned that the most powerful moments don’t come from applause; they come from holding someone’s hand when they’re too weak to walk, or seeing gratitude in the eyes of someone who thought they were forgotten.
"That’s where real light exists, not in spotlights, but in simple human connection. It reminds me why we’re really here.”
According to Isacco, the experience fuels his creativity.
“Every encounter echoes in my music,” he shared.
Why does singer Isacco help strangers?
While summer for many means leisure, Isacco challenged others to consider a different kind of journey.
“People spend freely on entertainment but struggle to give just a few days to someone in need,” he observed.
To those who ask why one should help strangers, he responded:
“Every day, strangers help us — nurses, teachers, and farmers. Helping someone you don’t know is one of the most powerful social acts there is.”
Offstage, Isacco leads a dual life, balancing his passion for music with a thriving logistics career.
“As an African artist in Europe, you need to find ways to pay bills. My day job funds my music and keeps me grounded.”
Meet all-female Tizika dance crew
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In other news, Kenyan dance crew Tizika gained attention for using choreography to highlight social issues affecting young people and women.
Their routines blend African traditional dance with contemporary styles to address topics like mental health, education, as well as period poverty.
A recent performance exploring women’s silent struggles, including pregnancy loss and stigma, moved many in the audience.
The group spoke about leveraging social media to reach wider audiences and collaborate with like-minded content creators.
Despite the challenges around recognition and funding, Tizika shared plans to launch a creative hub that will support mentorship, storytelling, and therapy through movement.
The group said their focus is on maintaining authenticity while pushing the boundaries of what dance can communicate.
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