Aston Lukoye
- Baba Talisha, born Faustin, shared his difficult journey to fame, starting from humble beginnings.
- He moved from Butere to Nairobi after high school to study at Kenyatta University.
- Struggled with basic needs while living in Githurai 45 and worked as a cleaner earning Ksh. 8,000 per month.
- A tragic accident involving his girlfriend brought him into the public eye, and his photography career took off.
- He is now a millionaire, living in Karen, and pushing to expand his brand.
Faustin, popularly known as Baba Talisha, recently opened up about the challenges he faced before rising to fame. In an interview, he shared his story, detailing how life after high school was a constant struggle. Leaving Butere for Nairobi, Baba Talisha enrolled at Kenyatta University, where he faced significant financial hardships.
Baba Talisha revealed that life in Nairobi’s Githurai 45 was tough, with even basic meals being hard to come by. While studying, he turned to photography, earning a little money to survive. Things started to improve when he got a job as an office cleaner and messenger in the Nairobi CBD, but the monthly salary of Ksh. 8,000 was barely enough. He saved what he could to upgrade his photography equipment, staying focused on his passion.
His journey took a tragic turn when his girlfriend died in a viral accident, gaining him significant public attention. Kenyans rallied behind him, offering support and helping to boost his photography business. With this newfound recognition, Baba Talisha began receiving high-end photography deals and brand advertisement jobs, propelling him into success.
Today, Baba Talisha is a millionaire, recently purchasing a Ksh. 2 million car and relocating to Karen. Despite his success, he remains focused on growing his brand and making an even bigger impact in Kenya’s creative industry.
Baba Talisha’s inspiring journey from humble beginnings to living his dream life is a testament to perseverance and passion. From struggling to make ends meet to becoming a well-known figure in photography and brand advertising, his story encourages others to keep pushing through adversity.
