From Zora to Ayana: The Rise of Veteran Actress Alice Mbeyu

Over the years, Alice Mbeyu has built a reputation as one of Kenya’s screen actresses, earning recognition for her roles in television dramas.

Alice Mbeyu is of Mijikenda heritage and has mostly chosen to keep her childhood life away from the public eye; she has not disclosed details of where she was born or who her parents are

Mbeyu has also not publicly revealed the schools she attended or her academic qualifications.

While some online sources speculate about her educational background, no verified public record confirms where she studied.

Acting Career

In her acting career, she has established herself through consistent performance in Kenyan television. Her breakthrough came during a Kenyan television drama known as Zora.

In the drama, she played the character of Madam Zalena, a role that introduced her to millions of viewers and cemented her place in local television.

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Additionally, she appeared in Becky, continuing her association with Jiffy Pictures productions, before starring as Hannah in Showmax’s holiday film A Familiar Christmas, showing her versatility beyond television dramas.

In 2025, she joined the cast of Ayana, which is also produced by Jiffy Pictures, owned by Citizen TV journalists Lulu Hassan and Rashid Abdalla.

Ayana TV Drama

The drama premiered in 2025, and it quickly became one of the most-watched local productions in Kenya’s households.

Although many only know her from Ayana, Mbeyu’s acting journey stretches back years, with appearances in productions such as Zora, Becky and the Showmax film A Familiar Christmas.

Away from television drama, Mbeyu is also a commercial model, beauty enthusiast and a fashion personality.

She has often used her platform to mentor aspiring creatives and encourage young people pursuing careers in the entertainment industry.

Personal Life

Further, Mbeyu has kept her relationships and family life largely private and out of the public eye for most of her career.

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However, during an interview on Obinna Live in September 2026, she revealed that she became a mother at a young age and is now a grandmother.

In addition, she also shared that she had experienced heartbreak in past relationships and was open to finding love again at the age of 60.

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Veteran actress Alice Mbeyu. PHOTO/Alice IG