The East African entertainment scene is once again ablaze, and this time, it’s all about a luxury car, a bold comment, and an Instagram war of words.
It all started when Victoria Kimani, during a recent podcast appearance, made a cryptic remark about a certain blue Rolls-Royce allegedly making rounds in East Africa that might not be the real deal. Though she didn’t name names, social media quickly connected the dots to Diamond Platnumz’s flashy sky-blue Rolls-Royce Cullinan—an SUV he’s proudly shown off for years.
The car, valued at over KSh 70 million, has long been a symbol of success for the Tanzanian music mogul. But Kimani’s comments reopened old wounds, with many recalling past whispers about the car possibly being second-hand or even rented. Those rumours had previously been quashed when Diamond posted registration documents to prove his Cullinan was brand new and the first of its kind in the region.
Still, Kimani’s pointed shade was enough to trigger a fierce online response. One of Diamond’s closest allies, Baba Levo, fired back on Instagram with a personal attack. Without mincing words, he questioned Kimani’s authenticity, suggesting she herself was “fake” in every aspect. His post was accompanied by a picture of Kimani and a cutting caption in Swahili that implied her entire image was artificial.
The backlash didn’t stop there. Social media users chimed in with a mix of support and criticism. While some praised Baba Levo for defending Diamond, others slammed him for being petty—especially considering his status as a prospective parliamentary candidate in Tanzania. Critics warned that engaging in online feuds could harm his credibility with voters.
Among the comments were jabs at Kimani’s appearance, accusing her of relying on wigs and enhancements, while others mocked her for allegedly seeking attention by provoking a bigger artist.
Supporters of Kimani, however, saw the episode differently. They argued she simply voiced her opinion, and that the overreaction from Diamond’s camp suggested a touch of insecurity. Some fans speculated that the outburst was a deflection—an attempt to silence any debate over the car’s legitimacy rather than addressing it with facts.
Interestingly, Diamond himself has remained silent amidst the uproar, choosing instead to focus on his music and upcoming projects. Teasers on his social media hint at a potential new car—possibly a Bugatti—suggesting he might be ready to up the stakes once again.
Whether the Rolls-Royce is fake or not, the drama has certainly added fuel to an old fire. The saga has dominated timelines, with clips from Kimani’s podcast going viral and Baba Levo’s clapback attracting thousands of reactions.
As fans continue to debate who’s right and who’s simply clout-chasing, one thing is clear: in East Africa’s celebrity circles, nothing stays quiet for long—and when luxury and ego collide, the internet always has front-row seats.
