Diana Marua Omach lost her mother twice — once when her parents divorced and she left when Diana was 6, and again in 2009 when she passed away. Her father, Joseph Omach, raised her and her two sisters alone while running one of Kenya’s most respected cancer advocacy organisations. She grew up in Kayole, attended school in Nairobi and Machakos, and had no particular plan to be famous.
Then she walked onto a music video set for a singer called Bahati, and everything changed.
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Diana Marua Omach |
| Stage Name | Diana B |
| Date of Birth | November 5, 1988 |
| Age | 37 (as of 2026) |
| Born | Migori County, Kenya |
| Raised | Kayole, Nairobi |
| Tribe | Half-Luo (father), Half-Kikuyu (mother) |
| Father | Joseph Omach — cancer advocate, founder of Childhood Cancer Initiative |
| Partner | Bahati (Kevin Kioko) — engaged since 2019 |
| Children | Heaven (2018), Majesty (2019), Malaika (2022) + adopted son Morgan |
Diana Marua’s Tribe — The Definitive Answer
Diana Marua is of mixed heritage — her father Joseph Omach is Luo from Migori County, and her late mother Lilian Nyambura Gikurumi was Kikuyu. She grew up with her father, which is why sources often describe her simply as Luo — but she is a crossbreed of both communities. It was this Luo heritage that led Bahati to collaborate with Prince Indah on the song “Adhiambo” — a gift to Diana in Luo language.
Early Life
She was born on November 5, 1988, in Migori County — the firstborn of three daughters. Her parents’ marriage didn’t last. Her mother left when Diana was about 6, and though she would occasionally visit during school, the relationship was distant. “The only memory I have about her is when she would come to visit me in high school,” Diana once said in an interview. Her mother passed away on March 13, 2009 — when Diana was 21.
Her father raised the three girls alone while building the Childhood Cancer Initiative — a non-profit founded in 2009 to support childhood cancer patients in Kenya. Diana has spoken about growing up in an environment of fear. Her two younger sisters, Michelle (Deimos) and Valerie, are both makeup artists.
She attended New Light Junior Academy in Kayole for primary school, then Mitaboni ABC Girls School in Machakos County for secondary. After school she studied at KCA University (2008–2011) for a Diploma in Information Technology, and later at St. Paul’s University (2015–2017) for a Diploma in Public Relations and Applied Communication.
Career and Breakthrough
Before Bahati, Diana Marua had a corporate career — working as a Data Analyst at KEMRI, then in HR and marketing roles at Neo Marketing Kenya. She was also modelling on the side, which is how she ended up in the room that changed her life.
In 2015, Bahati needed a video vixen for his song “Mapenzi.” His original choice, Tracy Wanjiru, pulled out. Someone passed him Diana’s number. She came in, shot the video, and they became friends — then much more than friends. She was dating someone else at the time.
The rest of the story played out on camera. Being Bahati — the reality show that aired on NTV — made her a household name before she had released a single piece of music. Her YouTube channel launched on August 19, 2019, and by the time she dropped her debut single “Hatutaachana” on November 29, 2021, she had built a massive enough audience that the song trended immediately — partly for the right reasons (catchy hook, relatable content), partly for the wrong ones (people mocking her vocals). She became the first female Kenyan artist to reach 1 million YouTube subscribers, with over 259 million total views on her channel.
Her music career has continued with “Mubaba” (feat. Vinny Flava), “Sweet Love” and “Nakulombotov” (both featuring Bahati), cementing her position as Diana B rather than just Diana Bahati’s wife.
On the business side, she launched Marua Beauty — a cosmetics line offering lipsticks, highlighters, and eyeshadows — and is a brand ambassador for Zunguka Africa Safaris, Raha Premium Maize Meal, and Komarock Modern Healthcare.
Diana Marua’s Net Worth (KES Estimate)
Her net worth is estimated at between KES 50 million and KES 100 million, though some sources place it higher given her YouTube earnings alone. Here’s where the money comes from:
- YouTube — 1M+ subscribers, 259M+ total views; estimated monthly earnings in the range of KES 300,000–600,000
- Brand endorsements — Zunguka Africa Safaris, Raha Maize Meal, Komarock Modern Healthcare, and others
- Marua Beauty — cosmetics line sold nationally
- Reality TV — Being Bahati (NTV) and The Bahati’s Empire (Netflix)
- Music — streaming income from her Diana B catalogue
- Gifts and assets — Bahati has gifted her a G-Wagon Brabus (Valentine’s Day 2025), a 42-unit apartment, and eight designer handbags as part of their eight-year anniversary celebration
Diana Marua’s Former Boyfriend — Nick Mudimba
Before Bahati, the most significant relationship in Diana Marua’s life was with Nick Mudimba, a former KTN sports anchor and pilot. They dated from 2012 to 2015. It was the longest relationship she had been in before Bahati. They parted ways quietly, with no major public drama — a rare thing given what followed.
Diana Marua and Bahati — The Relationship
She met Kevin Kioko on the “Mapenzi” video set in 2015. They started as friends while she was still dating someone else. By 2017 they were officially together, and Bahati proposed in 2019.
They have three biological children: Heaven (born February 14, 2018 — Valentine’s Day), Majesty (2019), and Malaika (November 1, 2022). They also adopted Morgan — from the same ABC Children’s Home in Mathare where Bahati grew up. Diana is also a stepmother to Bahati’s daughter Mueni from a previous relationship with Yvette Obura.
The wedding, however, has never happened.
Despite years of public promises, announcements, and hinted-at dates (including a planned 2022 ceremony at KICC that was shelved when Bahati ran for MP), they have never walked down the aisle. On May 20, 2026, Diana confronted Bahati directly during a filmed conversation: “If I were you, by now we are going to clock 10 years. Why haven’t you ever put a ring on it?” Bahati’s response: he’s planning a KES 100 million wedding and won’t settle for less.
On June 12, 2026, Bahati described his wedding vision publicly again — calling it a once-in-a-lifetime event. Three days later, Diana warned men sliding into her DMs to back off: “I am happily married. I do not need a boyfriend.”
Drama and Controversies
The February 2026 Disappearance On February 17, 2026, Diana announced her return after a period of complete social media silence — she had deleted everything from her page without explanation. The silence sparked immediate breakup speculation. She returned with a message to herself: “Dear me, when I get you back to your fullness, I’m never losing you again.” She didn’t fully explain the absence. By March 7, 2026, she was publicly praising Bahati as her king and dismissing breakup rumours.
The Netflix Confessions In the trailer for The Bahati’s Empire on Netflix, Diana revealed in a tearful confessional that she had terminated two pregnancies. Bahati added that the children were not his. The trailer went viral and split Kenya — half genuinely shocked, half convinced it was manufactured drama for views. The show features Karen Nyamu, Terence Creative, Jackie Matubia, and Diana’s sisters.
The Victor Wanyama Post Bahati posted an old photo of Diana with football star Victor Wanyama with a broken heart emoji and no caption. Kenya went into overdrive with theories. It turned out to be a teaser for the Netflix show — but the damage to the couple’s reputation for manufactured drama was done.
The Cartoon Comedian Beef After Diana’s music debut, comedian Cartoon Comedian posted that she “has no vowels” — implying her singing was off. Diana allegedly sent people to confront her. Cartoon went public. A minor but telling moment in how she handles criticism.
The Age Difference Drama Bahati is six years younger than Diana Marua. When this became public knowledge, Kenya had opinions. Some accused her of taking advantage of a younger, richer man. Bahati reportedly tried to reduce her stated age in interviews at one point — she corrected it publicly and hasn’t entertained the conversation since.
Social Media Following
| Platform | Following |
|---|---|
| Instagram (@diana_marua) | 3.3M+ |
| YouTube (Diana Bahati) | 1M+ subscribers, 259M+ views |
| TikTok | Large and growing |
Diana Marua Latest News (Mid-2026)
The first half of 2026 has been, characteristically, eventful. The social media disappearance in February, the March comeback and breakup denial, the May confrontation over the wedding, Bahati’s KES 100M wedding promise in June, and Diana’s June 15 warning to men DMing her — all within six months.
As of mid-2026, the wedding is reportedly back on the agenda with Bahati dropping fresh hints about the date. Diana continues to build her brand — music, YouTube, Marua Beauty, and brand partnerships running simultaneously. Whatever drama the second half of 2026 brings, one thing is certain: it will be filmed, shared, and talked about.
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