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Citizen Digital
… He has also been involved in promoting Nubian culture internationally through the Sabala Festival and other cultural diplomacy initiatives aimed at showcasing Kenya's cultural heritage to global audiences. …
Grandpa Records founder Refigah awarded national heroes medal during Mashujaa Day celebrationsThe Standard
… Noah was recognised for his contribution to the development of Kenyan music through Grandpa Records, his promotion of Nubian cultural heritage through the Sabala Festival and his community support initiatives.He is credited with helping promote Kenyan music at a time when foreign …
Music producer Refigah Heviweit receives National Heroes MedalAmb. Dr. Yusuf Noah, known as Refigah Heviweit, received the National Heroes Medal during Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret, conferred by President William Ruto and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in recognition of his contribution to arts, culture and leadership. Noah founded Grandpa Records, credited with promoting local music when foreign sounds dominated the airwaves.
20 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Amb. Dr. Yusuf Noah, known as Refigah Heviweit, received the National Heroes Medal during Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret, conferred by President William Ruto and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in recognition of his contribution to arts, culture and leadership. Noah founded Grandpa Records, credited with promoting local music when foreign sounds dominated the airwaves.
20 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Yusuf Noah, known as Refigah Heviweit, received the National Heroes Medal from President William Ruto and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed during Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret on October 20 for his contributions to Kenya's music industry, promotion of Nubian culture through the Sabala Festival, and community support initiatives.
20 October 2026 · The Standard →