Joseph Omondi Ochieng popularly known as Manzele is a Kenyan singer, songwriter & performer. Manzele is a Ugandan word meaning vocals. The name was given to him by fellow streets kids because of his vocal prowess. Manzele biggest influence into music was driven by his early childhood experience and life in the ghetto. To him music brought relief and freedom. Manzele is an Afrobeat artist with a touch of zouk and Swahili flavor. Manzele has a couple of releases mostly singles, his latest projects include Riba Diba, Banana, Leggo Leggo, Shina Khuvaya and lastly Ringa. Manzele is currently a vocal trainer at Bega kwa Bega youth center in Nairobi’s kariobangi Slums.