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Molemo Katleho Maarohanye (known professionally as Jub Jub; born 29 June 1980)[citation needed] is a South African Media Personality who is a successful hip hop artist [1] and TV Host of popular shows such as Uyajola 9/9, You Promised to Marry Me and Uthando Noxolo which air on Mojalove DSTV Channel 157. Jub Jub is a child star who was discovered in 1991 when he partook in a popular Coca-Cola TV advertisement that featured soccer legend Doctor Khumalo.[2] He went on to present multiple TV shows such as Jam Alley, Channel O and Selimathunzi amongst many. Before he was convicted of culpable homicide for the death of four children in December 2012, he was one of the highest selling rappers in South Africa having achieved platinum status for his albums “Rare Breed” and “My Shine”. He is the son of controversial businesswoman Jackie Maarohanye. Jub Jub currently hosts the reality show, Uyajola 9/9which focuses on exposing cheating partners and spouses. He also successfully released the remake of his “Ndikokhele” hit in 2020 as well as a remake of the popular Umbedesho titled “Ngi thembe wena” in 2021.[3]
- ^ Lekgau, Mashoto. "Jub Jub seeks forgiveness: We can't erase what happened". Citypress. Retrieved 14 August 2021.
- ^ "Jub Jub: The life and trial of a South African child star". The Mail & Guardian. 21 December 2012. Retrieved 14 August 2021.
- ^ Reporter, Witness. "WATCH | Mzansi reacts to Jub Jub's remake of his Ndikhokhele hit". Witness. Retrieved 14 August 2021.