Tanzanian musician Sefu Shabani, popularly known as Matonya, has been arrested and charged with rape in Kenya. The 43-year-old denied the charge when he appeared in court in the coastal city of Mombasa. According to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), the court granted him bail set at 500,000 Kenyan shillings ($3,900, £2,900) and ordered him to surrender his Tanzanian passport. The award-winning artist is beloved for his bongo flava hits, originating from Tanzania and known for romantic melodies and urban beats. He rose to fame about 15 years ago, with popular songs like Vaileti and Mapito. The alleged incident reportedly occurred at an apartment in Nyali. Following the court hearing, Matonya's case has triggered a lively discussion online, with calls for due process balanced against the seriousness of the allegations.