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The South African
6 days ago
- The South African
Total value of Kenny Kunene's TWO luxury watches
Former 'Sushi King' turned politician, Kenny Kunene, has dismissed any connection to controversial businessman Katiso Molefe, who was arrested this week as the alleged mastermind behind the murder of popular musician DJ Sumbody. But while Kunene insisted on his innocence in a televised interview, eagle-eyed viewers were just as focused on his wrists – where he was seen sporting not one, but two luxury watches, worth in excess of R1.25 million combined. In the interview, the Patriotic Alliance deputy president reiterated that he has no relationship with Molefe, who was dramatically arrested at his Sandton mansion. Kunene said he was simply escorting a journalist from his media company, African News Global, for an exclusive interview. 'I have done nothing wrong. I was at the wrong place at the wrong time – for the right reasons,' he claimed. 'I don't know Mr Molefe. I don't have his cell number. The police established that.' Kunene claims the meeting was arranged via mutual contacts and that the journalist needed his presence to gain access. 'As we drove in – before entering the house – the police kicked the gate in.' While Kunene attempted to distance himself from the high-profile murder case, social media was buzzing about his eye-catching accessory choices: U-Boat Darkmoon (Neon Green) – Approximate value: R22 000 (including shipping) – Approximate value: (including shipping) Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph – Estimated retail: R1.25 million (including shipping) X (formerly Twitter) users were quick to call out the contrast between Kunene's claims of innocence and his continued display of wealth and flamboyance. 'Only Kenny Kunene would wear a R1 million AP while saying, 'I'm just a journalist's chaperone,'' quipped one user. Background: The DJ Sumbody case DJ Sumbody, whose real name was Oupa John Sefoka, was gunned down in 2022 in what police believe was a targeted hit. Molefe, now in custody, is accused of ordering the murder, though full details remain under wraps. Kunene's unexpected presence at Molefe's residence during the arrest has raised eyebrows, but no charges have been brought against him. With police investigations ongoing, the full extent of the Molefe case – and any potential political entanglements – remains to be seen. Meanwhile, Kunene is not under arrest, and says he is 'fully cooperating' with law enforcement. Whether he was truly at the wrong place at the wrong time, or whether there's more to the story, remains a ticking question – much like the luxury watches on his wrists. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
7 days ago
- The South African
Kenny Kunene wears TWO luxury watches while professing innocence
Former 'Sushi King' turned politician Kenny Kunene wore not one, but two luxury watches in an interview, distancing himself from controversial businessman KT Katiso Molefe, who was arrested as the alleged mastermind behind the murder of Oupa John Sefoka, also known as DJ Sumbody. Kunene – the deputy-president of the Patriotic Alliance has maintained his innocence. According to eagle-eyed X users, Kenny Kunene sported two luxury watches in his interview with eNCA. One was an Italian brand, a neon green U-Boat Darkmoon worth around R30 000. The other high-end one was the highly coveted Swiss brand, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph, worth over R1 million! The former convict is known for his multi-million rand businesses and flashy lifestyle. Following his release from Grootvlei prison, Kunene became known as the 'Sushi King' over his love of eating sushi off the half-naked bodies of women. During his interview, Kenny Kunene claims he met Katiso Molefe once before being caught at his upmarket Sandton home this week. Moelefe is accused of allegedly ordering the hit on DJ Sumbody, who died in a hail of bullets in 2022. 'I have never been there before. I have no relationship with Mr Molefe, I don't have his cell number. The police established that. According to Kunene, he was at the 'wrong place, wrong time'. 'I have done nothing. I was at the wrong place at the wrong time, for the right reasons,' Kunene told the Mail & Guardian. Kenny Kunene has a long history of criminal activity. Images via Facebook: Kenny Kunene Kunene claims he was accompanying a journalist to Molefe's house to conduct an exclusive interview for his online publication, African News Global. He said: 'I spoke to my contacts who know this guy. He agreed to the interview to tell his side of the story. I was then told to bring the journalist because they felt comfortable with my presence. 'As we drove in — before entering the house — and while greeting the person who had connected us to him, the police kicked the gate to come in.' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
