- South African reality TV personality Nonkanyiso Conco, popularly known as LaConco, publicly thanked former president Jacob Zuma for attending their son’s school event
- She also praised Duduzane Zuma, one of Jacob Zuma’s sons, for the encouraging words he shared with his younger half-brother during the event
- The post sparked mixed reactions, with some social media users welcoming the family moment while others questioned why a father was being praised for attending his child’s school function
South African reality TV personality LaConco has attracted attention online after publicly thanking former president Jacob Zuma for attending a special school event involving their son, Sakha.
Source: Instagram
LaConco, whose real name is Nonkanyiso Conco, shared the tribute on social media on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. She expressed appreciation to Jacob Zuma and his son Duduzane Zuma for showing up at what she described as a “Spotlight” day at Sakha’s school.
The post generated discussion among South Africans, with some praising the family’s involvement in the child’s life while others questioned the public appreciation for what they considered a normal parental responsibility.
LaConco praises Jacob Zuma and Duduzane
In her post, LaConco thanked Jacob Zuma in isiZulu, writing:
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"Iqiniso olenzele umfana wakho Jigga ngiyabonga,"
The message roughly translates as an expression of gratitude to Zuma for what he had done for their son.
She also acknowledged Duduzane Zuma, praising the words he shared with his younger half-brother at the school event.
LaConco wrote:
"May the words you have spoken, big brother, be engraved in his ears. Waze wakhuluma kahle ngiyambongela, and for coming through."
She further drew attention to Sakha’s resemblance to his father in the photographs, adding a personal touch to the public tribute.
What is LaConco’s relationship with Jacob Zuma?
LaConco and Jacob Zuma were previously in a romantic relationship and share a son, Sakha.
Zuma served as South Africa’s president from 2009 to 2018 and remains a prominent figure in the country’s public life. His family relationships have also attracted media attention over the years.
Although LaConco and Zuma eventually separated, she has previously spoken publicly about their relationship.
Her latest post focused on his attendance at their son’s school event and Duduzane’s interaction with the younger boy.
Check out the X post reshared by @Cebe_Lihle23 below:
Netizens react to LaConco’s appreciation post
The post prompted a range of responses, from supportive messages to criticism of the public praise.
@Leveve18 praised Zuma's track record as a parent:
"Former President JZ has never been a deadbeat father, all his kids have experienced him differently 🙌🏾🔥😭💐🙏"
@Cebe_Lihle23 responded warmly:
"Thats great ❤️🙏"
@Sweetskal was less impressed with the public display:
"Fathers drop and pick up their kids at school, attend their extracurricular activities, etc..Normal routine..She just wanted to post JZ and DZ"
@ayinachorus drew a sharp comparison:
"Thanking a parent for doing what they are meant to do is wild. Like praising a fish for swimming"
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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