- Sanaipei Tande revealed she’s open to dating men without money, sparking a viral discussion online.
- The 40-year-old singer and actress shared her views during a recent radio interview, challenging traditional ideas about financial status in relationships.
- Social media reacted instantly, mixing memes, debates, and hopeful DMs to the singer.
Kenyan singer and actress Sanaipei Tande has stirred social media with a bold confession: she’s open to dating men without money. The 40-year-old, known for hits like Najuta and her roles in local soap operas, made the revelation during a popular urban radio interview.
“Wanaume mpo?” she teased at the end of her interview, a cheeky Swahili callout that immediately went viral, inspiring memes, emojis, and online debates about love beyond wallets.
Tande, single after a high-profile split, explained her stance clearly. “Getting married is not a must. You can choose not to do that. There is nothing wrong with a man being broke. It is something that can change at any time, so yes, I can give a broke man a chance,” she said.
Her comments resonated with fans navigating Kenya’s modern dating scene, where financial expectations often intersect with romance. Her openness marks a shift from her 2019 stance, when she publicly swore off men without cars or steady cash flow, reflecting her early climb from Mombasa’s streets to stardom.
“Now, post-pandemic and with personal growth, I care about potential over portfolios,” Tande said. “A man’s drive matters more than his debit balance. I’ve seen empires rise from empty pockets.”
The interview quickly became a trending topic online. Fans flooded social media with praise, memes, and discussions about love beyond money. One 28-year-old startup hustler from Kitengela shared: “Sanaipei sees us. No more ghosting for being mid-month broke.”
However, not everyone agreed. Conservative voices on Facebook criticised her statement, calling it “lowering standards” in a culture where dowry and financial stability remain highly valued.
Despite the criticism, Tande’s remarks sparked both laughter and reflection, highlighting how modern relationships in Kenya often balance heart and hustle.
