Ykee Benda reveals new partner 'You give me purpose' heartbroken fans react

In 2017, Benda got down on one knee for his son's mother known as Julie Batenga. The two enjoyed a tumultuous relationship that eventually ended with all bridges burned in 2021. The two co-parent their son Dante Quain Tugume who recently turned four years old.

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Despite his past struggles with love, the "Nkufeelinga" singer has found a new home for his heart. He shared a romantic and celebratory message for his new woman on his Instagram.

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"We spend our entire lives looking for that one thing or person that gives you purpose, a person you want to wake up to and tell all your troubles and all your wins….a woman who loves God and treats everyone with kindness…your heart is just too pure….I celebrate you today and every other day. I LOVE YOU EMZ♥️."

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Among the reactions is the sad and confused reaction from media personality Martha Kay. Kay has been a leading contender for Benda's heart over the years roping in singer APass in a fan-service duel for her.

"What’s going on 😢," - marthakayug

"@ykeebenda ba sista obakoze otya banange 🤣," - valentinorichardkabenge

"Kangolole akanzu," - Bruno K

"Otukubye omugo mu mugongwo," - cakesbyraso

"Mama Dante yasinga😏😁," - cma_martyn

"Anko @ykeebenda ba sista emitima myeeee 😂😂😂😂😂," - danra_ug

"Kati omuntu agoinge wa😢😍," - rytah288

"Ka wow kange kanumma bitya😩😩😩😭😭😭😂😂😂😂mbadde manyi waliwo ka chansi 😂," - trixie7976