Kelis is much more than a Grammy-nominated artist. With songs like “Milkshake” and “Caught Out There,” she’s shifted the culture and never been shy about being her true self. Her recent journey, farming in Africa, follows the same tune. Over the years, we’ve watched Kelis become a gardener, pit master, nurturer of chickens, and nature enthusiast on her farm in California. Now, in her latest venture, she’s bringing her passions full circle on her new 300-acre farm in Kenya.

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Kelis's new Kenya farm

spans 300 acres and

borders a wildlife park

She raises chickens and

uses sustainable methods to

protect crops from wildlife

Kelis shares vivid scenes

of Kenyan landscape and

culture through social media

Plans include luxury retreat

and restaurant to create

local jobs and impact

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The pandemic was a pivotal moment for everyone, but for Kelis, it was a calling to do something more. During that time, she’d purchased land in California and began cultivating her farm, growing kale, tomatoes, and pressed olive oil. As the years passed, she took to Instagram to share her experience, picking vegetables, shepherding chickens, and making the most of the land she was on. In the years that followed, she also spent a lot of time traveling to Africa, visiting countries like Kenya and Rwanda and bringing fans along for the ride.

But she was sharing much more than gorgeous views. Her moments abroad were transformative, and in 2025, she made a big decision to leave America and farm in Kenya. In a TikTok posted earlier this year, she recounts the judgment she received when purchasing her farm in California. As her post continues, she notes that the move was the best decision she’s made. Not only is she living and farming in Africa, but she’s building businesses with the hopes of showing others how to build wealth in Africa.

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Her Kenyan farm, which now spans 300 acres, sits adjacent to a wildlife park where she makes an effort to be part of conservation. The mission is simple: to live in harmony with and give back to the land. Despite still living on a farm, her days look a lot different now. Yes, she’s picking vegetables and managing chickens, but this time around, things feel different, and fans are picking up on it. Her TikTok is about sharing the culture and beauty of her new home as she continues to explore the world around her. This is a full-circle moment, and she intends to share more than pictures. With the full expansion of the land, she aims to develop several businesses, including a luxury wellness retreat and restaurant, to provide jobs to locals and create a positive economic impact.