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Fitness inspiration __House of Zwide actress Tsholofelo Matshaba remembers her husband

Its been four years since actress Tsholofelo Matshaba bid the love of her life, radio jock Chris Matshaba, farewell.

 

 

 
Former Motsweding and North West FM radio presenter Chris Matshaba passed away just six months before his 40th birthday in 2018.
Taking to Instagram recently the actress shared that she is doing okay

“Happy 4th Transition Day, my Love. I’m okay, I still smile and I still laugh.”

Chris succumbed to cancer on February 10 2018.

A year after Chris’ passing, Tsholo took to Instagram to pen a heartfelt message about her loss.

The actress described the pain she felt as one that still “cuts and burns like a hot rod.”

“A year ago on this day, my life was turned upside down. Our Lord called my best friend home. My best friend, my companion, my husband. Our Father called you home. A year later, it still cuts and burns like a hot rod,” Tsholo began.

Tsholo was grateful for the love she’s shared with Chris.

“I am grateful to have been blessed to have you and all your true love. It was always sweet to call you my angel, now it’s bittersweet. I used to tell you that I’m not lucky to have you in my life. I am blessed. Still, I love you. Still, I respect you. Still, I admire you. Still, I love you. Always and forever.”

The curious case of House of Zwide’s Siphesihle Mokoena

The Curious Case of House of Zwide’s Siphesihle Mokoena
An on-screen notice on House of Zwide marking the passing of Siphesihle Mokoena has sparked a speculative frenzy among the show’s fansOn Monday, 17 June 2024, the popular soapie, House of Zwide, displayed a Rest in Peace (RIP) message indicating the passing of Siphesihle Mokoena. The message, “In Loving Memory of Siphesihle Mokoena,” left many fans wondering who Siphesihle Mokoena was, leading to widespread speculation.Some fans suggested that she might be Nambitha, one of the soapie’s on-screen characters, while others speculated she could be Sandile’s new girlfriend, another on-screen favorite. More concerning theories included social media profiles of individuals with the name Siphesihle or Mokoena.Adding to the confusion, a hastily written article on a fake news website circulated, showcasing a random Instagram profile as the Siphesihle Mokoena referenced in the House of Zwide memoriam.

 
Contrary to these speculations, Siphesihle Mokoena was not an on-screen character. She was one of the many hands and brains behind the show’s production. Mokoena, who has since passed, was an accomplished professional in the TV production space. Over the years, she contributed to major productions such as Family Feud South Africa, This Body Works for Me, Big Brother Titans, Big Brother Mzansi, and Married at First Sight South Africa.Fans can watch episode 241, which aired on Monday, 17 June 2024, to see the tribute to Mokoena. Her contributions to the industry and the shows she worked on will be remembered fondly by colleagues and audiences alike.