Cape Town — Renowned producer and DJ, Prince Kaybee, recently took to social media to express his heartfelt appreciation for his former high school teacher and current Patriotic Alliance deputy president, Kenny Kunene.
In a touching tribute, Kaybee acknowledged Kunene’s pivotal role in his life, describing him as a fatherly figure and protector since their days together in Grade 10.
Accompanying his heartfelt message was a poignant photograph of the two standing side by side.
“You’ve been like a Father and a protector to me for so many years since you were my Grade 10 high school teacher to your political success today. Keep Going and more life to you ❤️” he wrote.
You’ve been like a Father and a protector to me for so many years since you were my Grade 10 high school teacher to your political success today. Keep Going and more life to you❤️ pic.twitter.com/EpyP1CmCZo
— K A B I L L I O N (@PrinceKaybee_SA) July 21, 2024
The revelation of Kenny’s influential role in Prince Kaybee’s life sparked a spectrum of emotions among fans. Many were taken aback by the depth of their connection, while others felt a surge of pride knowing that their beloved artist acknowledges and honours those who have shaped his journey.
Here’s what some had to say:
Full cycle 🤘✨
— Nkululeko Mtshali (@Luleko_Mtshali) July 21, 2024
Black excellence.
— T A Y L O R¹¹³ (@don_taylor113) July 21, 2024
This is beautiful 🙏 life really is a Mistry in many ways.
— BlaqSaint🌻 (@a_bukwe) July 21, 2024
This is beautiful 👊🏿
— MJey (@Mojareu) July 21, 2024
Calculus. Those were the days. But you were shy and quite AF bro. Minding your own biz… Even when you were a resident dj ka small you were chilled… Keep being humble 💐
— Try not to laugh. (@AbutiThabis0) July 21, 2024
While widely recognised for his political endeavours, Kenny Kunene’s background as an educator may come as a surprise to many.
In a revealing interview with TshisaLive in 2023, the seasoned politician shared insights into his views on the state of education in South Africa.
“Education is close to my heart. We will come up with ways of monitoring the performance of teachers and principals. We will ensure schools with security challenges, we permanently employ people to make sure the schools feel safe, and quality of education is provided to children.” they reported him saying.
“So that the middle class is not under pressure to take their children to private schools” Kunene closed off.
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Compiled by Lauren Petersen
