Kenyan content creator and rapper Diana Marua, commonly known as Diana Bahati, has candidly opened up about her early struggles and the surprising reality of her first job, debunking the widespread belief that she started her career as an MPESA agent.

In a recent YouTube session with her fans, Diana shared intimate details about her life before fame, recounting the challenges she faced and the relentless hustle that shaped her. Contrary to popular belief, Diana’s first job was not as an MPESA agent but as a SIM card saleswoman for the YU mobile network. Reflecting on this period, she recalled how she and her then-boyfriend would rise at 4:30 a.m., meet by 5:00 a.m., and head out to sell SIM cards by 6:00 a.m., often in neighborhoods like Kibera.

Following this stint in sales, Diana eventually secured a position as an MPESA agent, a job that would prove to be a turning point in her life. Working inside a pharmacy, she began to envision a different future for herself. It was here that she got her first taste of an office job, a change that marked the beginning of her journey towards a more stable and prosperous life.

Despite landing the MPESA job, Diana faced significant personal challenges, including being thrown out of her friend’s house, forcing her to move in temporarily with her boyfriend. During this turbulent time, she maintained another relationship with a boyfriend abroad, demonstrating her determination and strategic approach to securing a better future.

Diana’s determination paid off when she finally moved to Kinoo, where she found stability and a fresh start. It was in Kinoo that Diana’s life began to bloom, setting the foundation for the successful career and lifestyle she enjoys today.

Her story serves as a powerful reminder that success often comes from humble beginnings and that persistence, coupled with strategic planning, can lead to a life of accomplishment and fulfillment.