Tbo Touch on raising sons abroad and faith at the core of family life
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South African Thabo Molefe, popularly known as Tbo Touch to the public, is recognized for his work as a radio presenter, entertainer, and his entrepreneurial endeavors.
To his two sons, Ruri and Zuri, he is simply Dad, their leader, guide, and role model Despite being over 10,000 miles away from his children following their migration to Australia, Tbo Touch will always make time for his sons, at any time of the day.
In an interview with IOL, Tbo Touch, emphasized the importance of providing his children with opportunities he did not have.
'I think it's every father's responsibility to set the bar higher than their own experiences and be selfless in the responsibility of parenting.'
Tbo Touch with his family - his wife Nandi and sons Ruri and Zuri. Picture: Supplied
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Their family's decision to move to Australia was driven by a desire to give Ruri and Zuri access to a global perspective and world-class education.
'Nandi is in a very great space economically, she's doing so well, living a life in the first world. The boys are going to one of the best schools in the First World.'
The move has already opened doors for the boys. Ruri plays for North Sydney Soccer Club and is excelling as a top goal scorer. His father beams with pride at the possibility of Ruri earning a sports scholarship to the prestigious University of New South Wales.
The Metro FM afternoon show presenter explained that they chose Australia due to its secludedness, nature, organic lifestyle, growing economy and support for innovation and the arts as additional factors.'
Tbo Touch emphasises the importance of the foundational role of family values and a strong spiritual upbringing instilled by them and their wife, Nandi, when it comes to parenting the boys in the current social climate.
Tbo Touch's sons Zuri and Ruri attend Lebo M and Hans Zimmer's show in Sydney at the Qudos Bank Arena. Picture: Supplied
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He described their parenting approach as one that combines discipline with love, ensuring their boys understand their family's principles.
'I was privileged to have Ruri and Zuri grow together. I didn't want my two boys to not be under the same roof.
'I thank God that Thuli Thabethe (Ruri's mom) was very supportive of the idea of these boys becoming one unit and experiencing the same love of a father and the same military approach.
'I like to believe I'm very militant to my boys. I'm not the softest dad, but I'm the one who spoils them the most,' he admits.
Despite living continents apart, daily prayers are non-negotiable, and not even a time difference can disrupt. He believes that a strong character rooted in faith will sustain his children regardless of where they live.
'I was never given a formula of when you land in Australia, this is what you're going to do. But I borrowed from my experience. I left South Africa for the United States at 16 and here I am 44 still praising the name of God.'
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