Tanzanian gospel singer Rose Muhando has firmly denied claims that she is married to Kenyan preacher Robert Lumbasi. The rumours started after Lumbasi announced in his church that he had wed the artist in a private family ceremony. Muhando spoke out in an interview on January 15, 2026, saying she is single and has never been married.
Pastor Lumbasi made the announcement during a service at his church. He stood before the congregation and said the process had been going on for some time. He claimed the dowry was paid and everything was settled.
“Rose is already taken. And I love and respect this woman,” he told them. The church members cheered and chanted “Harusi tunayo hatuna!” which means “We have a wedding, they don’t!” in Swahili. A video of the moment went viral quickly on social media.
Muhando responded the next day in a live interview. She said clearly that she has never been married. “I’ve never been married, man. In short, society should understand that I’ve never been married,” she told the host.
When asked about the viral video from Lumbasi’s church, she brushed it off. “Ask the one who spoke. I have never been married,” she replied in Swahili. She added that marriage does not have to happen in church for it to count.
The singer, who is a mother of three, also spoke about her current status. “I’m single and I’m not searching for a life partner; I don’t have that plan. If he comes, he will come, he will be brought by God,” she said. Muhando kept her tone calm but firm. She did not attack Lumbasi directly but made it clear the claims were not true.
Rose Muhando is one of East Africa’s best-known gospel artists. She rose to fame in the early 2000s with hits like “Nibebe” and “Yesu Nakupenda.” Her music mixes Swahili praise with upbeat rhythms.
She has won awards and filled stadiums for concerts. Over the years, she has faced personal challenges, including health issues and rumours about her life. She often speaks about faith guiding her through tough times.
Pastor Robert Lumbasi leads a ministry in Kenya. He is known for energetic preaching and gospel events. Not much detail has come out about how he knows Muhando or why he made the announcement. He has not commented further since the video surfaced.
The story spread fast online. Fans of Muhando expressed support for her denial. Many said they believed her and wished her peace. Others found the situation confusing.
A few posts joked about the drama, but most focused on respecting her words. Gospel music circles in Tanzania and Kenya talked about it too. Some wondered if it was a misunderstanding or something else.
Muhando has kept a low profile since the interview. She continues her music and ministry work. No legal steps have been mentioned from either side. The whole thing seems to have caught many by surprise.
This kind of rumour is not new for public figures in gospel music. Personal lives often get attention from fans and media. Muhando has handled similar talk before by focusing on her faith and songs. Her supporters say she stays strong no matter what.
For now, the singer has made her position clear. She is single and not planning marriage. The preacher’s announcement stands alone without her backing. Fans wait to see if more comes out, but Muhando seems ready to move on.
