September 11, 2025

S6 Ep 2 Bridging Cultures Through Laughter: Denis 'Dubai' Maronga's Journey from Nairobi to Global Stage

1 hour 14 minutes

Denis “Dubai” Maronga is an award-winning Kenyan-born creative director, stand-up comedian, podcaster, and founder & CEO of The Kicheko Project Foundation, building global cultural connections from Seattle to Kenya.

Named Best Comedian of the Year (2022–2024) at the Seattle African Achievement Awards and Comedian Influencer of the Year (2024) by SGWA, Denis is known for using humor, storytelling, and heritage to uplift underrepresented voices. Born in Nairobi, he discovered acting at 13 and has since transformed his lived experiences into tools for healing and creative empowerment.

Now based between Seattle and Dubai, Denis has collaborated with major organizations including Seattle Art Museum , 4Culture, City of Bellevue, Seattle Seahawks, and Seattle Symphony, curating impactful community events. Through The Kicheko Project, he leads programs that highlight African music, mental health awareness, Swahili language, and youth empowerment — including signature events like Born2Win, Choma Festival, Mindful Connections, Kicheko nights, AfroKaraoke, Roots & Punchlines, and Jokes & Jollof Nights.

Denis also hosts The Creative Hustle and The African Excellist podcasts, further amplifying African excellence and diaspora stories. Whether on stage or behind the scenes, he continues to build bridges through art, culture, and conversation.

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