Nairobi's Premier Corporate MC & Event Host
MC Kinara
Featured“Where Professionalism Meets Entertainment — Every Event, Unforgettable”
About
12 years commanding stages across Kenya. Regular MC for Kenya's top brands and government events. Hosted 800+ events including Safaricom's annual dealer conferences, Kenya Airways launches, and presidential galas.
Skills & Services
Expert at maintaining professional tone while keeping audiences engaged during business events
Skilled at building suspense, honoring recipients, and keeping ceremonies on schedule
Creating buzz and excitement around new products with compelling narratives
Elegant hosting that complements fine dining atmospheres
Heartfelt, culturally-sensitive hosting that honors your love story
Managing multi-day events with multiple speakers and breakout sessions
High-energy auctioneering that maximizes bids for charity and commercial events
Facilitating meaningful discussions between industry experts
Service Packages
Essential
Perfect for straightforward corporate events and meetings
- Professional event hosting
- Script coordination with organizers
- Sound check & venue walkthrough
- Bilingual delivery (English/Swahili)
- Standard microphone techniques
Premium
Ideal for product launches, galas, and mid-sized celebrations
- Everything in Essential
- Custom script writing
- 2 planning meetings
- Guest interaction segments
- Social media shoutouts
- Coordination with other entertainers
- Emergency backup MC contact
Elite
The complete experience for high-profile events and weddings
- Everything in Premium
- Unlimited planning sessions
- Rehearsal attendance
- VIP guest coordination
- Real-time program adjustments
- Post-event highlight video coordination
- French language support
- Priority booking for future events
Portfolio
Safaricom Dealer Conference 2024
Hosting 2,000+ dealers at KICC for Safaricom's annual awards
Kenya Airways 747 Retirement Gala
Emotional farewell ceremony for KQ's iconic aircraft
The Wainaina-Ochieng Wedding
Multicultural celebration at Windsor Golf Hotel
2-Minute Highlight Reel
Compilation of my best moments across corporate and social events
Tips & Insights from MC
Crafting the Perfect Event Timeline
Always build in 15-minute buffers between major segments. Guests need transition time, and speakers often run long. A well-paced event feels effortless; a rushed one feels chaotic.
The Power of a Pre-Event Briefing
30 minutes before doors open, gather all key stakeholders — AV team, caterers, security, and entertainers. A quick sync prevents 90% of potential issues.
Reading Your Audience
Watch the back rows. If they're engaged, everyone is. If they're checking phones, it's time to shift energy — a quick audience interaction or humor injection works wonders.
Wedding Ceremony Flow
For Kenyan weddings, always confirm cultural protocols with both families. Kikuyu, Luo, and Kalenjin ceremonies have different pacing and participation expectations.
Tech Checks Save Events
Arrive 2 hours early for corporate events. Test every microphone, every video cue, every slide transition. The best MCs are never surprised by technical issues.
Reviews
Safaricom Events Team
15 September 2024
Corporate Conference“MC Kinara has been our preferred MC for 5 years running. His ability to command a room of 2,000 dealers while maintaining brand messaging is unparalleled. Always delivers excellence.”
James & Wanjiku Mwangi
2 November 2024
Wedding“Our wedding was absolutely magical! Kinara understood our vision perfectly — blending Kikuyu traditions with modern elegance. Our guests are still talking about it months later.”
French Embassy, Nairobi
14 July 2024
Diplomatic Event“Exceptional trilingual hosting for our Bastille Day celebration. MC Kinara's French pronunciation was impeccable, and he navigated diplomatic protocols flawlessly.”
Equity Bank Foundation
20 August 2024
Award Ceremony“Kinara hosted our Wings to Fly scholarship awards with such heart. He made each scholar feel special while keeping 500 guests engaged. A true professional.”
Tech Summit Kenya
5 October 2024
Conference“Brilliant panel moderation skills. He kept our AI ethics discussion both informative and entertaining — not an easy feat!”
Contact Information
Pricing
Availability
Travel Radius
Nationwide + East Africa
Advance Booking
2-4 weeks recommended, last-minute available for premium rates
Equipment
Shure SM58 Wireless Microphone
Shure
Industry-standard vocal mic for crystal-clear delivery
Sennheiser EW 100 Backup System
Sennheiser
Redundant wireless system ensuring zero downtime
In-Ear Monitor System
Shure
For seamless coordination with AV teams
iPad Pro with Teleprompter App
For complex scripts and real-time program changes
Professional Stage Timer
Keeping events precisely on schedule
Awards & Certifications
Awards
Kenya Events Awards - MC of the Year 2023
East African Entertainment Awards - Best Corporate Host 2022
Nairobi Business Excellence - Outstanding Event Professional 2021
Certifications
Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
Events Industry Council • 2020
Public Speaking Excellence
Toastmasters International • 2015
Event Management Diploma
Kenya Institute of Management • 2014
Preferred Venues
Notable Events
- Safaricom Annual Dealer Conference (2019-2024)
- Kenya Airways 747 Farewell Gala
- Equity Bank Wings to Fly Scholarship Awards
- French Embassy Bastille Day Celebration
- Kenya Tourism Board International Expo
- East African Breweries Limited Annual Gala
