Olexander Josephat whose real name is Peter Sankale is a beloved Kenyan actor and comedian, best known for his iconic role in the long-running KBC courtroom comedy series Vioja Mahakamani.
His hilarious portrayal of a flamboyant, self-proclaimed “legal expert” with a thick, comedic Maasai accent. He famously boasted lines like being “a graduate of Oxford via Narok.”
From a young age, Sankale showed talent for performing. He was recognized as the best actor in his class during a primary school parents’ day event.
After college, he worked as a teller/clerk at Panafric Bank, wearing a suit and tie daily. However, he felt unfulfilled and harbored a passion for acting.
Encouraged by a bank manager who was a fan of Kenyan comedies, he auditioned for roles at KBC Kenya Broadcasting Corporation.He Started his career in the 1990s in theatre and TV. He reportedly left a banking job to pursue acting and comedy full-time.He works as an emcee, does TV/radio adverts, and performs live, earning a good income from entertainment.
He’s active on social media (Instagram/TikTok under variations of Olexander J or Peter Sankale) and is still recognized on the streets for his iconic role people sometimes quote lines like “wapi ng’ombe” to him.
He remains a respected pioneer in Kenyan entertainment, often recognized on the streets sometimes called out with character lines like “wapi ng’ombe?”, and has shared in interviews that he values celebrating perseverance and contributions to comedy over personal fame. He’s also a devout Christian who sings in the choir.