Amapiano Star Lady Du Defends Kairo Forbes After Social Media Criticism Over Her Advertising Deal with Ackermans

Amapiano artist Lady Du has stepped up to defend young Kairo Forbes after social media users took issue with her recent advertising gig with Ackermans.

Kairo, the nine-year-old daughter of the late rapper AKA and DJ Zinhle, landed the deal, but some users questioned why she was given the opportunity.

Social Media Criticism Towards Kairo Forbes

The criticism came from some users on social media who felt that Kairo, with her wealthy parents, was getting too many opportunities while other children, especially those from underprivileged backgrounds, were being overlooked.

One user, @joy_zelda, expressed their frustration, asking why Kairo was being featured in ads like Nedbank and Ackermans when many other kids deserved the same recognition.

They argued that black South African children also deserved the chance to live such a life, highlighting the disparity between Kairo’s life and that of many disadvantaged kids.

Lady Du’s Response to the Online Bullying

Lady Du was quick to come to Kairo’s defense, reminding people of the tough time the young girl has already been through.

She lost her father, AKA, in a tragic shooting incident in February 2023.

The Amapiano star urged social media users to stop bullying children, pointing out that they are already dealing with enough without being targeted online.

Lady Du’s message on social media was clear: “This child has been through enough already! She lost her father, and she’s trying so hard to cope.

If Ackermans wants to choose Kairo, who are we to tell them who to pick? Stop making kids trend! They get bullied in schools, and they see your posts.

Bully us all you want, but leave the kids out of it.

What generation is this, really? Kids are off limits.”

Do You Think Kids Should Be Excluded From Online Criticism?

Lady Du’s passionate response has sparked a conversation about whether it’s fair to voice opinions about children online, especially when they are not old enough to defend themselves.

What are your thoughts on the matter? Should children be off-limits when it comes to public criticism, or do you think it’s fair for people to voice their opinions regardless of age?

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