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ZamaNguni Gumede finally laid to rest

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The funeral service of the late ZamaNguni Gumede, mother of the late Mandla ‘Mampintsha’ Maphumulo, took place at the Redhill Cemetery in Durban by Icebolethu Funerals, who also gave her son a dignified sendoff. Her life was celebrated at the L Hall in KwaMashu where Babes Wodumo and her family attended, despite rumours that they were not allowed.

Despite rumorus that Babes Wodumo, her daughter-in-law was barred from attending, she and her family was in attendance and they all gave her a dignified sendoff.

During the memorial service, ZamaNguni Dumede’s family and friends shared their most fond memories of her. A few tears were shed too as her nieces spoke of the amazing aunt she was to them.

Zama Gumede

“We grew up together, I was older than her by two years. She was a straight and honest talker. Nguni had a good heart, and she loved people,” said Reta Mkhize, a family friend.

“Nguni had jokes and was always laughing and happy. She was great at sewing and made beautiful women’s clothes. She loved fashion and did not want to look like anyone else.”

“She was forced to speak because she loved people, but she was not breathing well. She wanted cold water, but the nurse wouldn’t allow us. She told us she loved us. She said she would wait for her daughter to arrive at the hospital. When they arrived, she screamed for her to hurry and that is when she took her last breath. She died peacefully. She said goodbye to her children and grandchildren,” she added.

One of Zamanguni Gumede’s nieces Nosdoli said at the memorial service,“I went to see Mamkhulu at the hospital, repeatedly. Things were promising. She said she would be back next week. But she is hone. She loved us. I now don’t have an aunt, but I still have a mother. My aunt taught us the importance of family. When we last visited her, we were laughing and joking. Maybe that was her way of saying goodbye. She asked me to greet Sponge [Babes Wodumo’s son] for her. I say rest in peace Mamkhulu.”

Babes Wodumo Mampintsha and Zama Gumede

Her second niece also spoke about her sense of style and how she inspired her to wear the outfit she wore at her send-off, “She loved us. Even my outfit today was inspired by her. We visited her, and she looked good, even wearing lipstick in the hospital. I am sad, but we will miss you.”

Prior to the funeral, ZamaNguni’s daughter Pinki Gumede, told Daily Sun that her mother’s condition worsened when she saw Babe’s Wodumo’s videos on social media.

“What complicated things were the videos she kept posting on social media sometimes even insulting the family. My mother saw all of that and it worsened her condition. I feel she died with a broken heart. But she’s at peace now,” Pinki told the publication.

Source: News365.co.za

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South African influencer and businesswoman, Kefilwe Mabote sent tongues wagging earlier this week when she took to her socials with the content of herself choosing a cow. An action that many believed was her formal confirmation that she is set to get married. However, what the influencer and businesswoman did not show was who exactly she was getting married to.

Kefilwe Mabote

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Zahara’s fiancé pulls the plug

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There seems to be behind-the-scenes drama brewing between family of multi-award winning musician, Zahara and her hubby-to-be, Mpho Xaba. While the doctors are doing their best to save Zahara?s life, who turned 36 in November, her fiancé has allegedly pulled the plug on her “controlling” family.  According to a reliable source, Xaba allegedly told the hospital management during the week that he was reneging on last week’s agreement that only himself, Zahara’s mother Nokhaya, her two sisters and brother were allowed to visit her in ICU at a private hospital.

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“This week an angry Xaba told hospital management and doctors treating Zahara that only himself will visit her, claiming her family wants to control everything yet they won’t pay for her hospital bills,” the source alleges, adding that, “Zahara family has been banned from visiting her after he overheard them discussing unsettling money issues yet they won’t pay for urgent medical procedures that need to be done to save her. Mpho put his foot down and said he’s Zahara husband,” said the source.

The source maintains that Zahara?s mom, Nokhaya, and brother haven’t done anything wrong, but have been supportive towards her.

“Zahara’s mom has been dragged into this situation because her sisters are too controlling. Remember when Zahara had to do more tests, it was his brother who raised the money, which ran into a few thousands of Rands,” adds the source.

Zimoja has learned that that more money is needed for more tests to be performed to determine how far she can be assisted medically, but her family doesn?t have enough money. .

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“Zahara is still awaiting more funds to do more tests before she can be put in the long queue for a liver transplant. But no one is coming to assist her, despite promises done privately by some of her music industry colleagues.”

According to the source, chances of her spending Christmas in hospital are high after she was admitted a fortnight ago with a liver-related complications.

Despite her man setting boundaries about who can visit, it is alleged that rapper and business mogul, Cassper Nyovest, paid Zahara a visit this week on two occasions. Cassper made sure he didn’t take any photos with her or anyone in case photos of Zahara are leaked on the internet since she is frail,” said a source.

Zimoja broke the story last Sunday that Zahara was sick but her family and management team asked for privacy and prayers. They promised that updates would be made on the musician?s social media platforms but this hasn’t happened. When called for comment, Zahara’s manager Oyama Dyosiba defended Xaba, saying he was acting within his rights.

“That guy doing an amazing job and acting within his responsibilities. For Zahara to be in private hospital it is because of him. Zahara remains in hospital we can’t allow everyone to come in as they please. Her state is critical and sensitive. Until she is fully fine we can?t allow certain people,” he said.

Source: Zimoja

In other news – Kagiso Modupe announces birth of his son Paballo

House of Zwide director and former Scandal! actor Kagiso Modupe has thanked for the succesful delivery of their son, Paballo Modupe.

Kagiso Modupe

The producer-director Kagiso Modupe left his Instagram followers feeling emotional after he shared photos of his newborn son and his children at the hospital. Read more

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Uncle Waffles has been crowned Woman of the Year 2023

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In an unexpected turn of events, Amapiano sensation, Uncle Waffles, has been crowned ‘Woman of the Year 2023’ by none other than GQ South Africa. You read that right: The DJ extraordinaire is breaking boundaries and making history in the most delightful way possible. Known for her infectious beats and killer dance moves, Uncle Waffles expressed gratitude and sheer amazement upon receiving the coveted award.

Uncle Waffles

Supporters from around the globe flooded social media with celebratory messages and congratulations, turning her achievement into a virtual dance party.In an unexpected turn of events, Amapiano sensation, Uncle Waffles, has been crowned ‘Woman of the Year 2023’ by none other than GQ South Africa. You read that right: The DJ extraordinaire is breaking boundaries and making history in the most delightful way possible. Known for her infectious beats and killer dance moves, Uncle Waffles expressed gratitude and sheer amazement upon receiving the coveted award.

Uncle Waffles

Supporters from around the globe flooded social media with celebratory messages and congratulations, turning her achievement into a virtual dance party.

In other news – Beyoncé the Auteur Takes Center Stage in Renaissance

I’m excited for people to see the show,” Beyoncé says early in “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé,” based on her recent world tour and seventh studio album. “But I’m really excited for everyone to see the process.

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I’ve long wanted to understand her process better, too, especially because she has taken to rarely giving interviews. Instead she has let her art speak for itself, a risky venture when critics do the interpreting without her input. Read more

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