Kenyan rapper King Kaka has sparked widespread discussion after opening up about questionable activities he engaged in during his younger years, revealing that he once helped create fake payslips and academic certificates for people seeking employment opportunities.

The award-winning musician made the remarks while reflecting on his past experiences and lessons learned before achieving success in the entertainment industry.In a statement shared online, King Kaka cautioned young people against following a similar path.
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"Don't be like me when I was young. Nilikuwa natengeneza fake payslips and certificates za kuingiza watu kwa jobs na universities." The revelation quickly gained attention on social media, with many users expressing surprise at the confession while others reacted with humour.
Reflecting on the Past
King Kaka, whose real name is Kennedy Ombima, has previously spoken about the struggles he faced before establishing himself as one of Kenya's most recognised hip-hop artists.
Over the years, the rapper has built a reputation through music, film production, entrepreneurship and social commentary. His career includes several successful albums and projects that have earned him a loyal fan base across East Africa.
The latest remarks appeared to be part of a broader message encouraging young people to learn from mistakes and pursue legitimate opportunities.
King Kaka // Instagram
Fans React
The confession generated mixed reactions online, with some followers questioning whether the advice contradicted the story being told. "Hii advice ni weird sana. Which is which?" wrote iamron999.
Others jokingly suggested the admission could attract the attention of law enforcement agencies. "DCI looking for you," commented Mutuapatel.
Some users appeared amused by the rapper's honesty, arguing that many people only discuss such experiences after moving beyond them. "After imejipa ndio kuna shame wee mzee," wrote abade_254.
Meanwhile, others used the opportunity to reference King Kaka's music career and future projects. "Na Deluxe version ya album ikam through baadaye bana,
Tumezoea King Kaka albums with 17+ tracks," commented Munyibeatz. Another follower responded with humour and disbelief at the revelation. "Iwaloga seche moko," wrote _msomi_jakano.