In a candid interview with a vernacular radio station on Monday, March 23, 2026, Kenyan singer Bahati has finally addressed the intense emotional strain caused by a woman claiming to be his biological mother. The musician detailed the three-year ordeal, reflecting on how a private family matter evolved into a high-profile controversy that tested his relationships and mental well-being.
The Origins of a Three-Year Conflict
According to Bahati, the situation began three years ago when the woman first approached him. Having grown up in a children’s home with the lifelong understanding that his biological mother had passed away, the singer initially chose to ignore the claims. He explained that he wanted to handle the matter with extreme sensitivity out of respect for the memory of his late mother.
The situation escalated significantly in 2025 when Bahati encountered a media interview featuring the woman. Initially, he dismissed the claims as a political or professional “dirty trick” designed to question his ethnic roots. “I thought they had sent her to make people believe I’m not a true Kamba,” he recalled, noting his early skepticism.
Family Tension and “Resurrection” Queries
The saga quickly moved beyond the digital space and into Bahati’s private family life. The singer revealed that the constant media coverage led to significant friction with his relatives. His aunts began calling him repeatedly, questioning why he was entertaining the drama and asking if he truly expected his mother to “resurrect.”
“That thing caused a lot of trouble because even my aunts were calling me, asking if I wanted my mother to come back to life,” he shared, highlighting the stress placed on his extended family.
Allegations of DNA Tampering
The conflict reached a breaking point following a DNA test intended to settle the matter once and for all. When the results confirmed that there was no biological link, the woman reportedly accused the singer of manipulating the process. Bahati noted that the situation turned sour when she claimed he had bribed the doctors to ensure a negative result.
Despite the scientific proof, the woman reportedly refused Bahati’s offer to help her search for her actual missing child, insisting that he was the son she lost. Bahati firmly disputed these claims, admitting that the emotional toll of being pursued by a stranger while defending his family’s history was far heavier than he ever anticipated.