One of Mzantsi’s most favourite social media sensations,
Yamkela Ndabezinhle Nuba, popularly known as King Nuba has obtained his second
qualification from Walter Sisulu University.
In 2021, the Umzimkhulu-born artist graduated from the
institution’s Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) programme at the
Butterworth Campus.
Today, June 8, he officially acquired his second belt; a
Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).
“I am extremely happy because this is my first physical
graduation, an opportunity which Covid-19 denied me with my previous
qualification. From here on, I intend to find a decent position as a
professional teacher, and then continue to entertain people on the side,” said
Nuba.
After finishing high school, Nuba enrolled at WSU, where he
joined the WSU Drama Society, which he says grew his love and passion for the
arts.
As a result of his enrollment in ABET and his involvement in
the arts society, King Nuba gained self-confidence and overcame stage fright
through presentations and practical work.
Since he shot onto the social media scene with his satirical
content in 2019, Nuba has gained a large followership, which has culminated in
a supporting role in one of SA’s biggest Telenovelas, Imbewu: The Seed.
Following the growth of his online platforms, he was
head-hunted for the mini role, and has since been pursuing his acting, comedy,
and music careers countrywide.
“Imbewu’s producers called and asked me to come to the set.
I was both surprised and excited because it increased my popularity and opened
new opportunities for me. Many people began to take me seriously and began to
follow me,” said King Nuba.
Recently, Nuba released a song titled WATHI UMHH, which has
amassed over 260K views on YouTube.
On the surface, the song and accompanying music video give
off his usual comedic take on life. From the costumes, to the carelessly
layered out-of-tune vocals, the song lives up to Nuba’s oddly humorous social
media brand.
But if you listen closely to the lyrics which loosely
translate to “Jesus never lost hope”, Nuba offers a strange kind of comfort to
his fans, reminding them to stay hopeful during trying times.
“People should follow their passions and work hard to get
what they want and get to where they want to go, but education should be
prioritised because it is the key and where you usually get a lot of
support,” said King Nuba.
– ISSUED BY WALTER SISYULU UNIVERSITY
