Rwandan gospel music star Israel Mbonyi has reached a major milestone on YouTube, surpassing 2 million subscribers. He is among the first Rwandan artists to achieve this feat, a moment celebrated by his fans across the country.
In a heartfelt message, Israel Mbonyi shared: "There was a time I didn’t even know what YouTube was. I released my album in 2014. Before that, I used to put my songs on CDs and sell them.
In 2015, someone advised me to open my channel and share my songs with people. The Bible says to preach the good news to the ends of the earth. This channel has allowed the ministry of worship to reach two million people."
He expressed gratitude to everyone who supported him: "I want to thank each and every person who subscribed to this channel. I appreciate you all, every one of you has played an important role in this achievement.
May God bless you and hear your prayers. I love you all. Thank you for supporting me. It wasn’t easy, but it happened. I’ve learned a lot, I’ve grown, and I’m grateful for what I have. The journey continues."
Some of his most impactful songs that contributed to this milestone include Nina Siri (84M+ views), Nitaamini (50M+), Sikiliza (24M+), Malengo ya Mungu (23M+), and Kaa Nami (17M+), among others. Overall, his works on YouTube have been viewed over 466 million times, an impressive achievement for a Rwandan artist.
This milestone marks another significant step in Israel Mbonyi’s journey, demonstrating how gospel music can reach global audiences through technology. He continues to grow, inspire, and share his songs with the world, with the unwavering support of his fans fueling his ongoing journey in worship and music ministry.
Thank you guys for 2M subs
- Said Israel Mbonyi
