Popular South African Gqom artist and choreographer, Babes Wodumo is topping trends after she took a swipe at Gayton McKenzie after his sentiments about Mampintsha’s funeral.

 

 

 

While speaking at a funeral in Randfontein, Gayton Mckenzie dragged Mampintsha’s funeral and how the government reacted while comparing it with AKA’s funeral.In the backdrop of the now-viral video, Babes Wodumo took to X, formerly Twitter, to express her anger against Gayton for peddling his political agendas while using Mampintsha’s name.Taking to X, Babes Wodumo posted: “Bazokhuluma ngawe nom ungasekho sthandwa sam ngoba befun ukufeza inhloso zabo. Kubuhlungu angfun ukuqamba amanga kodwa sizobekezela☹️☹️☹️ Mampintsha akulon igama lenu lokufuna amavoti.”

No doubt her response sparked mixed reactions as Mzansi quickly flooded X with their two cents. Some cautioned her to avoid social media wars that affect her mental health. On the other hand, some took a swipe at Gayton for his sentiments.GumbiClifford said: “Should we translate for you? Stop using Mampintsha’s name for votes.”

Mandla Maphumulo – affectionately known as Mampintsha, died on 24 December 2022 after a stroke at Durdoc Hospital in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

Undoubtedly, he was a big name in the music industry with an illustrious career spanning years.

Of interest is the fact that the Big Nuz member had a hand in Babes Wodumo’s shot to fame after they met at West Ink Records. The two later tied the knot and shared a son.