In Swahili society poetry plays an important role. Swahili poetry encompasses a broad variety of genres, with a major distinction between classical and modern poetry. Classical Swahili poetry with its different genres is always sung and has its roots in oral as well as in written Literature. The particularity of Swahili poetry demands a classification of its own, whereby western literary perceptions of “song” and “poem“ do not hold. Therefore, here the term poetry is used. Swahili Poetry comprises all aspects of social life and reflects social norms and values. It serves as a medium of communication to negotiate and reflect on inter-personal as well as social concerns. This is why poetry with its different genres is not only an important element in festive occasions but also in daily life. Women and men are equally involved in the creative process of poetic arts with the work of women usually overlooked. For instance, the work of Khuleita Muhashamy (1950 – 2013) has not been given the attention it deserves despite its great impact on the East African coast. She has written poetry for very popular singers and cooperated with other famous composers at the East African Coast. The range of topics she reflects upon in her poetry is very broad it encompasses politics, philosophy, interpersonal conflicts and romantic love. The aim of this paper is to give an insight into her work and to depict the impact it has had on the East African Coast.