Category: mzansi celebrities

In a captivating turn of events, the renowned South African musician and dancer Babes Wodumo, whose real name is Bongekile Simelane, has recently found herself at the center of public discourse.

Traditionally known for her musical prowess, particularly with her hit single “Wololo,” Babes Wodumo has now made headlines by performing at unexpected venues. Most notably, she graced the stage of an Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) rally, an occurrence that caught many by surprise.

Furthermore, the artist shared on her Instagram platform that she had the opportunity to perform at the Westville Correctional Service, offering a glimpse into her versatility and willingness to connect with diverse audiences. As Babes Wodumo continues her comeback journey in the music industry, her recent activities have undoubtedly ignited a renewed sense of interest and intrigue among her devoted fan base and the broader South African cultural landscape.

 

 

Many netizens have expressed their views on Bbaes’ recent performance at a prison. The majority of the comments seem to be focused on the artist’s choice of outfit for the event.

While some viewers appreciated the artistic expression, others were left disappointed, criticizing the perceived revealing nature of the attire. The online discussion highlights the ongoing societal debates surrounding the appropriate dress code for public performances, particularly in more formal or conservative settings.

@TiisetxoSetso said: “We have normalised nonsense, when we were growing up, we were taught that there is a time and place for every dress code.”

@StHonorable wrote: “Prison Wardens are greedy, Babes Wodumo visited the inmates not them but it’s them who appear on her photos.”

@virtual_Skhwili mentioned: “She went and performed for the inmates to upgrade their Babes Version software. Tonight’s everyone is having a great time.”

Former Scandal! actress Sivenathi Mabuya asked fans on Instagram to ask her anything, and some of the inquiries were about her love life.

A fan inquired as to how she knew her husband was the one.

Sive claims to have been patient enough to wait 12 years for his first date. “He was patient enough to wait 12 years for that ice cream date he asked for back in 2008.”

Sivenathi had her traditional wedding in January 2022 following successful lobola negotiations. She celebrated the special occasion with her close family and friends.

The two met at a mall in the Eastern Cape while she was stranded with her sisters.

Responding to a question about when it’s the right time to marry someone, Mabuya says it should be when you truly love the person.

“I guess it should be when you really love someone. But deciding to get into it and begin it are two different things,” she adds.

“Can’t say my decision was easy but it is definitely one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.”

The actress is best known for playing Xolile Medupe in Scandal!. She left the telenovela in 2021 but did not rule out a possible return in the future.

Londeka Mchunu (born July 10, 1994), is a South African actress and model. She is best known for her roles in television soap operas such as, Isithembiso, Isibaya and House of Zwide

Londeka is well known for her role in Isithembiso, where she played the role of Snegugu. Despite having no acting experience or interest, she earned the lead role of Snegugu on Mzansi Magic’s (and subsequently Mzansi Wethu’s) Isithembiso, which aired for three seasons on Mzansi Magic.

Now we see her on House of Zwide as the daughter of Faith (Winnie Ntshaba) and Funani (Vusi Kunene) on TV.

 

 

Mchunu was born on July 10, 1994, in Msinga, in a family with ten siblings. Her father died when she was 2 years old. She later grew up in Clermont, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, when she moved with her mother at the age of 6. Her mother is a teacher.

Nelisa Mchunu (born February 2, 1992), is a South African actress, model, MC, motivational speaker, and writer. She is best known for her roles in television soap operas such as, Isithembiso, Isibaya, and Uzalo as Fikile.

According to Wikipedia: ” Nelisa Mchunu was born in Wartburg, KwaZulu-Natal, in a family with ten siblings. Her father died when she was four years old.[She later grew up in Clermont, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, when she moved with mother at the age of 6. Her mother is a teacher. Her sister, Londeka Mchunu (Zanele from House Of Zwide).

Nelisa made her television debut on Isidingo, but now plays a leading support role in the local soap opera on SABC 1.She discovered her love and passion for acting at a very young age, so it was a natural progression for her to choose to study drama in High School. She then went on to do a BA in Media Studies at WITS University.

Nelisa is passionate about people and giving back, so she continues to look for opportunities to give back and restore hope to people who are in need. Including a soup kitchen where she’s rallied up a number of well known influencers to give back at Abalindi Welfare Society’s Children’s

Despite the fact that they have different moms, Nelisa claims she and her younger sister are quite close. Nelisa and her siblings were reared by their single mother in Wartburg, KwaZulu-Natal. Her father resided in Clermont, and she had ten siblings on her father’s side.

“When I joined Uzalo in 2016 my family was quite excited. When Londeka joined Isithembiso a year later it became a very big thing for our family,” she says proudly.

“It feels good to have someone who understands you and with whom you can share challenges you face.”

They are lucky to be working in the same industry but doing their own thing. No one has compared her to her sister yet. “That would have been very frustrating,” she says.

South African actor Warren Masemola, who donned the towering Giraffe costume, emerged victorious as the winner of The Masked Singer season two. The thrilling finale aired on Saturday, June 29th, on S3 (formerly known as SABC 3) at 18:30. This season, the panel of super sleuth detectives included J’Something from Micasa, Somizi Mhlongo, Skhumba Hlophe, and Sithelo Shozi, who worked tirelessly to uncover the identities of the masked performers, according to The South African

 

 
Following the semi-final round, the competition had four remaining masks: Blue Crane, Owl, Giraffe, and Gold. As the finale unfolded, all the masks were finally unmasked, revealing their true identities. Blue Crane was former Miss SA and author Shudufhadzo Musida, while Owl was actor Aubrey Poo. The detective panel unanimously identified Gold as gospel singer Sbu Noah.

Ultimately, it was the Giraffe, with his electrifying performance of “Welcome to Jamrock” by Damian Marley, who emerged victorious. The Giraffe’s identity was finally revealed as the legendary South African award-winning actor Warren Masemola, with Somizi Mhlongo, Sithelo Shozi, and Skumba correctly guessing his identity.The triumph of Warren Masemola as the Giraffe marked a thrilling conclusion to the second season of The Masked Singer South Africa, following the victory of Holly Rey, who had won the inaugural season as the Lollipop.

In an exclusive interview with The South African, Masemola, the winner of The Masked Singer season two, shared his thoughts on his victory. Masemola revealed that winning was everything he had imagined it to be. When asked if he had manifested his win, he admitted that he had, explaining that he put a significant amount of his energy into visualizing and imagining the outcome.

This focus and dedication evidently paid off, as Masemola emerged victorious in the popular singing competition. The interview provides insight into the mindset and approach that contributed to Masemola’s success on the show.

“It’s everything I imagined when I signed up for the show, it feels good to win with every other thing I put my interests in, whether it’s a competition or not. And even if I’m doing it for myself, by myself I always enjoy coming out as a winner.I did manifest winning because anything that I put my energy into I imagine the most. And the most for me, on this season was to win it,” Masemola stated this exclusively to The South African.

Karabo Magongwa, a 14-year-old South African actress, has made remarkable strides in her acting career. Her journey began at the tender age of five when she starred in an Oreo biscuits advert alongside actor Richard Lekunku, capturing the hearts of South African viewers.

Now, Karabo has become one of the leading actors on the popular e.tv soapie, “House of Zwide,” playing the role of Keletso Molapo. Hailing from Snake Park in Soweto, Karabo has shared her experience of how she started out in the entertainment industry. Her mother recognized Karabo’s natural inclination for acting, and after finding an agent, Karabo embarked on a path that has led her to the limelight.

“My mum told me that I used to play in front of the mirror a lot, acting. And whenever I would see a child playing a role on TV, I’d always say I could do that as well and do it even better than that person. So she looked for an agent for me and when she found one, we went for auditions.I did everything they asked me to do and I became an actress,” she said.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Karabo has expressed her enjoyment in working on “House of Zwide” and the privilege of collaborating with seasoned actors such as Vusi Kunene, Winnie Ntshaba, Motlatsi Mafatshe, and Jeffery Sekele. Despite their star status, Karabo has found the ensemble to be warm and welcoming, with no egos to contend with.

“The past year has been so amazing. We have all become a big family, even though they are big actors. What I like about the actors is that although they’re stars, they don’t have any big egos,” she said

As the new season of “House of Zwide” unfolds, Karabo’s character, Keletso, is poised to captivate viewers with her aspirations to become a DJ, a journey that mirrors Karabo’s own real-life pursuit of music alongside her acting endeavors. This multifaceted approach showcases Karabo’s versatility and ambition, as she navigates the diverse opportunities the entertainment industry has to offer.