Veteran Kenyan media personality Willy M Tuva has taken fans down memory lane after revealing the story behind his journey to owning a Mercedes-Benz that featured in a famous Ramogi Radio advertisement.
Tuva shared the story in a TikTok video posted on Wednesday, November 4, while driving through England. In the clip, he reflected on how he went from admiring cars to eventually owning one of his dream vehicles.
The Mseto host also revealed that his Mercedes-Benz was the same car seen in the popular Ramogi Radio television advert and later featured in musician Dufla Diligon’s music video, Yes You Do.
Tuva recalls learning to drive.
Looking back at his early experiences, Tuva explained that he learnt to drive by observing other motorists while he was still an employee.
He said he would secretly practise using a vehicle belonging to his workplace, as he did not have a formal opportunity to learn at the time.
His first major step came after securing a job that enabled him to buy his first car, a Toyota. He later acquired the Mercedes-Benz, which he described as his dream car.
The media personality’s revelation offered a glimpse into the personal story behind a vehicle many viewers may recognize from the famous Ramogi Radio advert.
The car also appeared in Dufla Diligon’s song Yes You Do, linking Tuva’s personal milestone to two familiar productions.
Tuva speaks about Dufla Diligon.
In the same video, Tuva reflected on his relationship with the musician, claiming that he played an important role in helping him build his career.
“Dufla ni msani ambaye mimi mwenyewe I discovered him. Nurtured him. Mentored him to the superstar he is,” he said.
Tuva’s video included old photographs and clips alongside footage of his drive in England, giving his reflection a nostalgic touch.
He described driving in the country as the fulfilment of a childhood dream and used the moment to encourage his followers not to give up on their own ambitions.
“Waamini ndoto lako. Sio gope. Moja itatemia,” he said.
His message was a reminder that goals which may appear distant can eventually become reality through persistence and belief.
