Roy Kanyi of Kenya was listed on TikTok’s 2025 Discover List

An exciting milestone for Kenya’s digital artist community has been reached when tech enthusiast Roy Kanyi was selected for TikTok’s much-anticipated 2025 Discover List.

The annual Discover List, which is in its third year, honors 50 exceptional creators from across the globe in five categories: teachers, innovators, foodies, icons, and originators. This year, six Sub-Saharan African (SSA) innovators have received recognition for their international reach, impact, and inventiveness.

As a representative of Kenya in the Educators category, Roy Kanyi has established himself as a reliable resource for TikTok tech fans. He is well-known for demythologizing difficult tech subjects and provides interesting and approachable information about devices, TVs, cellphones, and accessories. He has established himself as a prominent figure in digital education by providing audiences with useful tech advice and perceptive assessments that aid in their decision-making.

Five additional SSA creators have left their imprint on the 2025 Discover List, in addition to Roy Kanyi. With his delectable creations that combine traditional Nigerian cuisine with tastes from across the world, Tosin Samuel, a Nigerian chef known as Tspicekitchen, enthralls audiences. Ghanaian chef Abena Amoakoaa Sintim-Aboagye, sometimes referred to as Chefabby, showcases the diversity of Ghanaian food by incorporating creative twists on classic recipes. With her viral skits and noteworthy partnerships, such as one with Bill Gates, Nigerian Charity Ekezie captivates millions of people and utilizes comedy to dispel prejudices about Africa.

Zerobrainer0, a Tanzanian fanuel Masamaki, is redefining sports content with his characteristic beige jacket style and humorous football comments. He just took up the Sports Creator of the Year award at the South African TikTok Creator Awards. With their viral music successes, South African pair Thato Seth Mathobela (TitoM) and Bongani Kenneth Sibanyoni (Yuppe) have taken South African sounds to a worldwide audience, drawing in listeners from all across Europe and beyond.

TikTok’s importance in promoting innovation, breaking down barriers, and elevating voices globally is highlighted in the 2025 Discover List. TikTok’s Head of Content Operations, SSA, Boniswa Sidwaba, commended the winners, saying, “These creators have sparked trends, started meaningful conversations, and showcased creativity while fostering safe spaces for their communities.”

Sub-Saharan Africa is leading the way in influencing digital culture and inspiring audiences across the world with its inventiveness, enthusiasm, and narrative, thanks to artists like Roy Kanyi.