At just 24, Margaret Atieno and Gloria Munga are making waves as the creative duo behind DND—short for "Do Not Disturb." The name hints at both their fierce boundary-setting and their tight bond.

Offstage, they go by their childhood nicknames, Maggie and Moche Moche. While their height is similar—Maggie is about 5'4" and Munga is 5'3"—their personalities are a whole different story.

"Their chemistry—both on stage and in the studio is undeniable. The soulful singers are redefining Kenyan urban soul and fusion music, thanks to their rich vocals, emotive lyrics in standout tracks like “Ni Wewe”, “Ningeweza”, “Aibu”and their latest “DND’”, testifies Anyiko Public Relations, an organization that invited them for an event. 

Maggie and Munga//Instagram

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The Power of Friendship

"We're best friends," Munga says simply, a sentiment Maggie echoes. That closeness is visible in the smallest details: they're each other's first call, they rely on one another emotionally, and they navigate life like a tag team.

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This powerful friendship is the foundation of their work. Before the performances and attention, their hustle stories were deeply relatable. Maggie once worked as a shop attendant, earning just Ksh 500 a day, while Munga would thrift outfits and make up to Ksh 4,000 on a good day. "Those jobs shaped how we think about money and energy," Maggie reflects.

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Different Tastes, Perfect Rhythm

The duo's differences show up in other ways, too. When it comes to food, Maggie is all about ugali and beef, while Munga will take biryani any day—just don't serve her mukimo.

On stage, however, their differences melt into rhythm. Maggie brings a calm energy and a sense of structure to their performances, while Munga leans into vibe and raw emotion. It's this contrast that makes their performance style unpredictable yet perfectly in sync, showcasing the true power of their partnership.

Despite their different styles, what keeps DND grounded is trust. “We don’t rehearse to be the same — we rehearse to understand each other,” Munga explains. That understanding allows them to read each other’s moods mid-performance, improvise when needed, and still deliver a seamless experience. “It’s like dancing without stepping on each other,” Maggie adds. “We’ve learned when to lead, when to follow, and when to just let go and enjoy the moment."