Here's how Kwaito star Professor is using his music to inspire young people

• Kwaito star Professor used his new song Is'koqokoqo to address the rising number of cash-in-transit heists in South Africa
• The Imoto hitmaker opened up about how growing up in Umlazi shaped his understanding of youth struggles
• Professor stressed that poverty does not justify violence, calling on young people to work together instead of turning to crime

Kwaito legend Professor is using his platform to steer young South Africans away from a life of crime.

Speaking to Daily Sun, the musician, born Mthokozeni Langa, said the surge in cash-in-transit heists had become deeply troubling, and that what disturbed him most was the number of security guards losing their lives in the process. His latest track, Is'koqokoqo, confronts the issue head-on. It was released on 2 October 2026

"My song is a reminder that the routes some of us take to fight poverty can be selfish. People can be killed and some end up in jail. It's important to think about the possible results of our actions," he said.

Professor on growing up in Umlazi

The hitmaker, best known for songs like Jezebel and Lento with Speedy, credits his Umlazi upbringing with giving him insight into the pressures young people face daily. He told the publication that peer pressure remains one of the biggest drivers pushing youth towards criminal activity, as many are simply trying to survive in communities with few economic opportunities.

Rather than excusing the behaviour, Professor is challenging young people to think differently.

"Our country has limited job opportunities; we all know that. But that does not mean we must hurt one another in order to survive."

The artist's message is straightforward: young people should pursue unity, build each other up, and walk away from crime entirely. He believes that choosing violence or theft as a shortcut out of poverty ultimately destroys more lives than it saves, both those of victims and perpetrators.

This socially conscious stance is not new territory for Professor. In late 2025, he released the song Order, which he linked to a personal spiritual journey and return to music, describing that decision as "the most perfect decision I ever made." The new track continues in a similar vein, using music as a vehicle for reflection and community responsibility.

Professor gets married to longtime partner

In an earlier report, Briefly News shared insight into Professor's private traditional wedding to his longtime partner.

Although the couple reportedly planned a small celebration, many community members gathered to witness the beloved musician's special day.

Source: Briefly News

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