Nakuru, Kenya – In a heartwarming turn of events, a Nakuru-based street boy, known as Kenyan Kante, found himself on the receiving end of generosity when famous dancer Tileh Pacbro gifted him KSh 100,000.
This unexpected windfall has brought newfound hope to the 19-year-old, who has be en living on the streets for the past five years.
Kenyan Kante, whose real name is Fredrick Shikuku, revealed that he was chased away from home, leading to his life as a street boy upon arriving in Nakuru.
His story caught the attention of Tileh Pacbro, an acclaimed dancer, and choreographer.
Tileh, upon discovering Kenyan Kante’s situation, decided to extend a helping hand by gifting him a substantial sum of KSh 100,000.
The heartening reunion between Tileh and Kenyan Kante was shared online, with Tileh expressing his surprise at the negativity surrounding the young dancer’s appearance in online comments.
Determined to make a positive impact, Tileh reached out to Kante’s manager, Ayub Muigai, who facilitated their travel to Nairobi and provided them with accommodation.
In an exclusive interview on YouTube with Mungai Eve, Kenyan Kante shared insights into his challenging journey.
Having lived on the streets of Nakuru for five years, Kante expressed his joy at receiving the unexpected cash gift, emphasizing his plans to utilize the money wisely.
His immediate goals include securing a place to live and continuing to pursue his passion for dancing.
Ayub Muigai, Kante’s manager, shed light on the young dancer’s difficult past, revealing that Kante had been living on the streets since his departure from his village in Western Kenya.
Kante disclosed that he was driven to homelessness after being chased away by his mother at a young age.
Muigai, who shared a viral video showcasing Kenyan Kante’s dance skills, expressed his commitment to supporting the aspiring choreographer.
Beyond the monetary assistance, Muigai intends to rent a bedsitter for Kante and provide guidance to nurture his talent until he achieves stability.
Tileh’s act of kindness has not only changed Kenyan Kante’s life but has also shed light on the potential of dancing as a lucrative career.
Tileh, who has been featured in music videos and collaborated with various companies, emphasized that dancing does indeed pay, dispelling the notion that it is not a financially viable pursuit.
As Kenyan Kante takes steps towards a brighter future, the collaboration between Tileh Pacbro and Ayub Muigai serves as a beacon of hope, illustrating the transformative power of compassion and support within the community.
