Vanessa Mdee

Vanessa Mdee, born Vanessa Hau Mdee on 7 June 1988 in Arusha, Tanzania, is a celebrated Tanzanian recording artist, singer, songwriter, and media personality known for her influential role in Afro-pop, Bongo Flava, R&B, and hip-hop music. She first rose to fame as the first Tanzanian MTV VJ, later building a successful music career with hit singles like “Closer,” “Nobody But Me,” “Niroge,” and collaborations with top African artists. Vanessa has released acclaimed projects under B’Hits Music Group and Universal Music Group, and founded her own imprint Mdee Music, solidifying her position as one of East Africa’s most iconic entertainers. Her dynamic career spans music, television, and radio, making her a recognized name across the continent.