Zuena Kirema is a Ugandan businesswoman, model and former television presenter, best known as the wife of Bebe Cool, a famous African reggae and ragga musician.
She is also the mother of five children and owns Zuena Events and Cakes, an event planning and baking company.
She has mixed Arabian and Indian blood, and her beautiful appearance makes many people admire her.
She is also involved in philanthropy and supports various causes, such as education, health and women’s empowerment.
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- Full name: Zuena Kirema Ssali
- Date of birth: April 4, 1984
- Age: 40 years old
- Female
- Place of birth: Jinja, Uganda
- Nationality: Uganda
- Occupation: Businesswoman, model, former TV host
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches
- Parents: Mr. Kirema and Mrs. Kirema
- Siblings: Mimi Kirema
- Spouse: Bebe Cool (Moses Ssali)
- Children: Allan Hendrick Ssali, Alpha Thierry Ssali, Deen Ozil Ssali, Beata Ssali, Caysan Ssali
- Relationship status: Married
- Net worth: 1 million USD
Early life and education
Zuena Kirema was born on April 4, 1984 in Jinja, Uganda and she is about to turn 40 years old.
She is the daughter of Mr. Kirema and Mrs. Kirema, of both Arab and Indian descent. She has an older sister named Mimi Kirema, who is also a model and actress.
She grew up in Jinja and attended Jinja Modern Primary School and Jinja Senior High School. She then moved to Kampala where she completed her secondary education at Makerere High School.
She then enrolled at Makerere University where she studied Mass Communication.
Personal life
Zuena Kirema is married to Bebe Cool, a famous African reggae and ragga musician. They met in 2002 when Zuena was 18 years old and Bebe Cool was 25 years old.
They fell in love and got married in 2003. They have five children: Allan Hendrick Ssali, Alpha Thierry Ssali, Deen Ozil Ssali, Beata Ssali and Caysan Ssali.
Zuena is also the grandmother of Rapperman, son of Allan Hendrick Ssali. Zuena and Bebe Cool have faced several challenges in their marriage, such as rumors of infidelity, separation, and reconciliation.
However, they are still together and celebrate their 18th wedding anniversary in 2021.
Career
Zuena Kirema’s beauty and charm attracted the attention of many people and she started her modeling career at a young age.
She participated in the Miss Bell contest in Jinja in 2001 and was the winner. She was the youngest of the contestants, and some speculated that she was born in 1984, as the minimum age to enter the contest was 18.
She also ventured into the media industry and worked as a TV presenter for the program Life Stories on NTV Uganda.
She joined the show in 2013 and interviewed various celebrities and personalities about their life stories. She resigned from the show in 2015 after two years of hosting.
Zuena Kirema is a successful entrepreneur who runs her company, Zuena Events and Cakes. The company specializes in decorating and baking cakes for a variety of occasions, such as weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events.
She is passionate about baking and has a team of professional bakers to help her create delicious and beautiful cakes. She also provides training and mentoring to young people who want to learn the art of baking.
Prize
Zuena Kirema has not won any major awards for her work but has received recognition and appreciation from clients and fans.
She has also been nominated for several awards, such as the Abryanz Fashion and Style Award, the Hipipo Music Award, and the Zzina Award.
Argumentative
Zuena Kirema has been involved in a number of controversies related to marriage and career. Some controversies are:
- In 2008, she broke up with Bebe Cool after accusing him of cheating on her with another woman. She left their home and took their children with her. She also filed for divorce but later withdrew the application. They reconciled in 2009 after Bebe Cool apologized and promised to change.
- In 2014, she was accused of influencing Bebe Cool’s list of top musicians that he releases every year. Some think that she favors friends and relatives and ignores other talented artists. She denied the allegations and said she had no say in her husband’s decisions.
- In 2016, she was criticized for copying the design of a cake she made for a client’s wedding. The cake was originally made by a Kenyan baker who posted it on social media. Zuena was accused of plagiarism and lack of creativity. She defended herself and said the cake inspired her but did not copy it.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @zuena_kirema
- Twitter name: @ZuenaKirema
Net value
According to some sources, Zuena Kirema’s net worth is estimated at $1 million.
She earns income from business, modeling, and television hosting. She also enjoys the wealth of her husband, Bebe Cool, one of Uganda’s richest musicians.
