Yusuf Kombo was born on April 30, 1983 in Mombasa Kenya.

He is also known as SUSUMILA ". He is from the streets of Bombolulu Bankhead Zone. His original stage name, Kanali It stem from his childhood nickname given by his peer. He later changed it to Susumila. He gradually established himself as one of rap's greatest and most successful MCs during the early 2000s.

Susumila has release two albums “Ngangari” and “Haki Iko Wapi!” which proved successful for him Both albums sold well and produced some impressive hit singles, but these singles — "Niko Ngangari" and "nawaka," were blatantly targeted at the mass market with their pop-rap tendencies and further increased Susumila more loyal fan base.

Susumila has been active with community awareness especially with political / youth empowerment.