Chiki Kuruka is a dancer who has also made a name for herself as a fitness trainer, sharing her passion for health and fitness with her clients.
Chikihas’ presence in the Kenyan entertainment industry goes beyond her work as a dancer and fitness trainer.
She has also established herself as a radio host, using her platform to interact with her audience and share her insights on various topics.
One of the most notable aspects of Chikihas’ career is her marriage to famous singer-songwriter Bien Aime.
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- Full name: Chiki Kuruka
- Date of birth: April 24, 1990
- Age: 34 years old
- Place of birth: UK
- Nationality: English
- Occupation: Dancer and fitness trainer
- Height: unknown
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Kuruka.
- Siblings: 2
- Spouse: Bien-Aimé Baraza
- Children: None
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $1 million to $5 million
Early life and education
Chiki Kuruka was born on April 24, 1990 in the United Kingdom to Mr. and Mrs. Kuruka, a half-Nigerian, half-Swiss family.
Her father is a journalist in Switzerland, and her mother is a lawyer in the US. Chiki is the eldest child in a family of three sisters.
Academically, Chiki holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Psychology from University College London.
Ethnically, she identifies as British, born and raised in England, although she currently lives and works in Kenya. Religiously, Chiki is affiliated with Christianity.
Career
Chiki has had a diverse and successful career as a dancer, fitness instructor and radio host.
In 2014, before coming to Kenya, Chiki worked in the music industry in the United Kingdom, where she worked with artists such as Fuse ODG.
Chiki began dancing professionally at age 12. She then trained as a ballet dancer in England, eventually moving into the fields of physical health, mental health and dance.
Through dance, Chiki founded Afuzion in Kenya, which teaches four African dance styles: Amapiano, West African street, traditional dance, and Kenyan street style. She also opened her dance studio, The Dance Shagz, in 2021.
Chiki is famous for appearing as a trainer in the weight loss program Slim Maybe on Kenya’s Citizen television station.
Slim could be a Royal Media Services program hosted by Citizen TV News reporter Lilian Muli. Chiki is one of the trainers who has supported the show’s contestants in their weight loss efforts.
Chiki Kuruka is a radio host at Vybez Radio, a reggae and dancehall music station in Kenya, where she is known for her bubbly vibe and positive energy.
She worked at this station for 13 months, from August 2019 to September 24, 2020, when she quit.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @chikikuruka
- Facebook manager: Chiki Kuruka
- Twitter name: @ChikiKuruka
Personal life
Chiki and Bien–Aimé Baraza, a Kenyan singer and songwriter, were married in a private ceremony in Lavington, Nairobi, on 6 March 2020.
The couple’s decision not to have children was a personal choice they made together, reflecting their priorities and life plans.
Being a private matter, the specifics of their relationship and future family plans are not publicly revealed, but their union remains a testament to their commitment to each other.
Net worth
Chiki’s exact net worth has not been publicly revealed. However, industry estimates suggest her net worth could be between $1 million and $5 million.
This substantial net worth is achieved through her diverse career as a successful dancer and fitness trainer.
Through her diverse endeavors in these fields, Chiki has accumulated significant income and assets over the years, placing her estimated net worth in the millions of dollars.
