Nairobi Dad Working as Matatu Driver Emotional as Daughter Gifts Him Sleek Phone: "Thank You"
- David Macharia, the matatu driver at Metro Trans who went viral on Father's Day, was treated to another surprise by his daughter
- Macharia has been receiving praise online for being a caring father, as shared by his daughter, Tracy Wariko
- Netizens sent him monetary gifts, and just when he thought the surprises were over, another lovely gesture came his way
A matatu driver who has become an online sensation on TikTok for being a present and responsible father has received overwhelming love from Kenyans.
Source: TikTok
David Macharia went viral for providing for his family through his matatu driving hustle, and was recently gifted a sleek and luxurious gadget.
How much is the Samsung Galaxy A16?
His daughter, Tracy Wariko, surprised him with a brand new Samsung Galaxy A16, and the surprised dad could not contain his emotions.
The kindhearted young lady, who often showers her father with praise online, noted that the gift was sponsored by a friend, Mitchel.
“She gifted my dad a phone. Mitchel, your love touched us deeply. Thank you. ❤️🙏 May God continue blessing you 🫶🏻❤️❤️. And to all of you who continue to support me, may you never lack,” she wrote in her TikTok video caption.
The phone, which costs between KSh 17,000 and KSh 25,000, was bought by a well-wisher identified as Mitchel.
Macharia gift phone by Tracy Wariko
She was touched by Macharia’s hard work, his determination and intentionality in providing for his family.
The well-wisher appreciated Macharia’s relentless effort by gifting him the impressive handset.
In a fancy location, Wariko handed a brown bag to her father as they prepared to unveil the gift.
She smiled warmly as her father reached into the bag and pulled out a slim, wrapped item.
Macharia unboxes new phone in viral video
Macharia unwrapped the paper and proudly displayed the box of his brand-new phone, delivered to him by his daughter.
Two beautiful red flower bouquets also accompanied the thoughtful gift.
Macharia carefully unboxed the phone, keeping a composed face, unlike his daughter, who couldn’t stop grinning.
However, as soon as he powered it on, he looked emotional, as if the reality of the precious gift had just hit him.
Kenyans elated after Macharia receives new phone
The comment section of the video was flooded with heartwarming reactions from social media users who resonated with the family's background:
casecityke:
“So inspiring 🔥 Sisi kama Casecity tumejitolea tupee our dad free phone case and screen protector.”
legacyoftheGOAT:
“As your father sleeps every night, he knows he did something right to deserve you. I'm proud of the joy you constantly bring him, Tracy.”
Eunpet:
“This is great, and I hope the one who accused him of stealing a phone will apologise soon. Blessings to the one who bought the phone.”
God’s favorite 😍:
“Akiii, I’m so happy. It’s good to appreciate good fathers who never ran from their responsibilities. One day, God will help me do this for my papa.”
catalina:
“Bless you, Mitchel. I would like to thank her by following her. Is she in this house, and what’s her name here?”
God's Fav 😍:
“Ay, such souls should locate me 🙏💔😭. When three kids, a mum, and sometimes a dad share one small bed… sleep becomes a shuffle. We’re not broken, just squeezed 😌. Not luxury, not fame. Just a little help to finish paying for a bed so my babies can stretch and sleep in peace. If you feel this, kindly share or help if you can. To Mitchel and such souls, may kindness find you.”
Source: Facebook
Kenyan man gives father KSh 100,000
In another touching story, a Kenyan man gifted his father KSh 100,000 in a viral TikTok video.
Fizzo FX was seen in the clip showering his father with bundles of cash, earning praise from netizens.
At first, the young man's father was in disbelief, overwhelmed by the heartwarming gesture from his son.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
