The verdict that determined whether controversial Dr Nandipha Magudumana would be granted bail and released from custody was denied by the Bloemfontein magistrate’s court on Monday, 11 September.

‘FLIGHT RISK’: DR NANDIPHA MAGUDUMANA DENIED BAIL
In court on Monday, Nandipha Magudumana was denied bail. She will continue to fight charges of fraud, corruption, violating a corpse, defeating the ends of justice, aiding and abetting an inmate to escape from lawful custody, concealing an escaped offender, and arson at her next court appearance on 11 October, Mail & Guardian reported.

In the ruling, Magistrate Estelle de Lange was quoted as saying that Magudumana was “a definite flight risk… I find that she did not satisfy the court that it is in the interest of justice for her to be released on bail. [And so], the application to be released on bail is refused.”

Magudumana has been held in custody for about five months since her arrest in Tanzania with her rapist and murderer boyfriend Thabo Bester. The couple was found in possession of several passports with different names. This of course comes after being on the run for two weeks. Bester became one of South Africa’s most talked about fugitives after having succeeded in staging his death in 2022 by starting a fire in his prison cell and dumping the lifeless body of Katlego Bereng in his place in the elaborate plan to escape from the maximum security prison, Mangaung Correctional Centre.

Dr Nandipha Magudumana
Dr Nandipha Magudumana. Image via Twitter @sli_masikane
WHERE IS THE CONTROVERSIAL DOCTOR KEPT?
Since Dr Nandipha Magudumana’s bail was rejected, she will return to the Bizzah Makhate Correctional Centre in Kroonstad where she was previously kept, EWN reported. Meanwhile, after the escaped fugitive was napped in April, he was transferred to the C-Max section of Pretoria’s Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Centre. He and Magudumana will reunite again in court in a month’s time.

The Queen actress Zenande Mfenyana topped Twitter trends on Sunday, 10 September after she revealed she’s mourning her son in a cryptic Twitter post.

 

 

 

‘IN THE HONOUR OF MY SON’
While it is not clear if Zenande Mfenyana recently lost a baby during pregnancy, or the baby was already born when he passed on, social media users predict the actress might be quoting AKA’s mother, Lynn Forbes.

“In the honour of my son I have so many questions Lord, coz this really hurts,” said Mfenyane in a since deleted tweet.

AKA’s mother, Lynn Forbes was filled with gratitude this weekend following her late son’s win at the DStv Content Creator Awards in Johannesburg on Saturday, 9 September.

“Thank you all for having me stand here in the honour of my son,” said AKA’s mother at the awards ceremony.

The actress’ tweet confused social media users even more when the rapper’s baby mama DJ Zinhle comforted her on her recent loss.

[WATCH LYNN FORBES’ SPEECH BELOW]

ZENANDE MFENYANE: ‘PEOPLE ARE MEAN ON THIS APP’
The former Generations actress Zenande Mfenyane, who’s got one daughter Ballerina also lambasted Twitter users for being mean on the app.

“People can be quite mean on this app,” she tweeted. @NthatengMissT1 replied: “Just like you are in real life.”

Bona previously reported that Mfenyane set tongues wagging on Twitter when she trended for how ‘rude’ she is.

A social media user Emma Phetla, who shared experiences with Zenande revealed in a twitter thread in September 2022: “You’re actually not a good person Zenande Mfenyana, and everywhere your name was mentioned in rooms, it was never good. You aren’t associated with goodness or being down to earth. Yes, you don’t owe anyone anything, but you owe yourself a good name.”

Mzansi’s beloved actress, Sophie Ndaba, who’s renowned for her role as Queen Moroka on the popular soapie Generations, is making a triumphant return to social media after a nine-month hiatus. Concerns about her health had fans worried during her absence, but Sophie is back with a bang.She took to her Instagram to express gratitude for both her past and future, thanking God for this new season in her life.

In addition to her acting career, Sophie is a motivational speaker, MC, and event organizer/planner, born in Soweto. Over the years, she’s faced numerous challenges, including unfounded rumors about her health and personal life.

Sophie bravely came forward about her battle with diabetes and the toll it took on her well-being. She also stood up against body-shaming, emphasizing that her weight loss was due to her health-conscious lifestyle changes.

Sophie’s resilience shone through even during a distressing period when false reports of her death circulated online in 2019. She highlighted the emotional toll such rumors took on her family, especially her son. Sophie’s journey hasn’t been without its share of personal trials, including a public divorce from Max Moeketsi Lichaba, during which her son expressed his feelings through a songDespite facing criticism and family disputes, Sophie Ndaba remains undaunted, ready to embrace the world with her strength and grace. She’s poised to reconnect with her fans on social media and continue making a mark in her business endeavors.

Ayanda, the wife of the beloved late gospel singer Sfiso Ncwane, has some exciting news! She’s really determined to have another baby with a new special someone in her life. Ayanda spilled the beans during a chat with her brother, Phupho Gumede.She told him that she’s open to going on a blind date with someone her brother picks out for her. What an adventure that could be!

Even more interesting, Ayanda shared that she has a goal in mind—to welcome a beautiful bundle of joy into her life before she turns 40. It sounds like she’s embracing new beginnings and looking forward to the joys of motherhood once more. We’ll be cheering her on as she embarks on this heartwarming journey! 🌟👶💕

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Thursday 14 September 2023
Episode 54
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Friday 15 September 2023
Episode 55
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