Kenyan gospel artist Size 8 and her husband DJ Mo recently shared a delightful family moment featuring their daughter, Ladashabelle Wambo, as she tackled her Kiswahili homework at home. While she read English sentences with confidence, some Swahili words posed a challenge, amusing and impressing her parents.
Balancing English and Kiswahili Learning
The video shows Ladashabelle practicing her homework while DJ Mo films. She confidently pronounces English phrases like, “My pronunciation of words is good,” but struggles with Kiswahili terms such as mawaidha, mlingoti, and msichana. At one point, she falters over the sentence, “Methali hutupa mawaidha,” prompting her father to guide her through it.
Despite the hiccups, Size 8 and DJ Mo praised her perseverance. Size 8 encouraged, “Wambo, you have really done well. You have really improved. Clap for yourself,” while DJ Mo promised a small reward for her dedication.
Fans Praise Ladashabelle’s Efforts
The video quickly drew attention on social media, with fans applauding Ladashabelle’s determination and relating to the challenges of bilingual learning. Comments included, “She’s really trying 👏🏽👏🏽 good job Wambo,” and “I thought it was only my child struggling with Kiswahili. But his English is really good.” Others highlighted the importance of teaching children their national language alongside English.
Family Life and Faith
This lighthearted moment is part of Size 8 and DJ Mo’s ongoing effort to nurture their children’s education at home. The couple has previously shared videos showcasing Ladashabelle’s confident English-speaking skills, entertaining fans while highlighting the joys and challenges of raising bilingual children.
In a separate interview, Size 8 spoke about her own challenging family background, describing a lineage with a history of witchcraft. Choosing faith over family traditions, she faced threats from relatives but credits her survival and success in music and ministry to overcoming those spiritual battles.
Relatable and Heartwarming Glimpses
Through moments like Ladashabelle’s homework session, fans continue to see Size 8 and DJ Mo balancing parenting, faith, and family life, offering heartwarming and relatable glimpses into their household.
