Happy birthday πŸŽ‚πŸŽ‰ to the reigning Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi.

Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi celebrated her 27th birthday on Friday.Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi celebrated her 27th birthday on Friday.
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Birthday messages have been pouring in for Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi as she turned 27 on Friday.

The beauty queen is back in SA and on a β€œprivate holiday” in her hometown of Sidwadweni in Tsolo, in the Eastern Cape.

The duration of her holiday is unknown, but Zozibini has hinted the visit will be short.

β€œEven if for a very short while, being home will always be restoration of the soul. After so long we are now currently navigating on tears of joy, love, warmth, support and song,” she wrote in a social media post.

On social media, Miss Universe and Zozibini Tunzi made the top trending list as many wished her a happy birthday.

Those who sent her wishes included EFF MP Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, media personality Melanie Bala and actress Wendy Gumede.

Here is a snapshot of some of the birthday messages: