Prince Kaybee Apologizes for Supporting Miss SA Finalist Chidimma Amidst Controversy
South African musician Prince Kaybee has issued an apology for his initial support of Miss SA finalist Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina, following a viral video that sparked widespread controversy. The video showed Chidimma celebrating with a group of Nigerian men after making it to the top 11, which led to backlash from many South Africans who felt she shouldn’t have been in the contest due to her Nigerian roots.
Chidimma’s Background and the Controversy
Chidimma was born in Soweto to a Mozambican mother and a Nigerian father and holds a South African birth certificate and identity document. Despite her background, many South Africans felt conflicted about her participation in Miss SA, leading to a heated debate.
Prince Kaybee’s Change of Heart
Prince Kaybee initially rallied behind Chidimma on social media, but after the video emerged, he took to X to express his change of heart, posting an apology in Zulu, which translates to “my brothers I’m sorry.” The apology sparked a new wave of conversations, with some accepting his change of heart and others remaining skeptical.
Social Media Reaction
Netizens were quick to react, with many expressing their opinions on Prince Kaybee’s initial stance and subsequent apology. The controversy has added fuel to the ongoing debate surrounding Chidimma’s participation in Miss SA, making this year’s pageant anything but ordinary.
