Category Archives: MZANSI CELEBS

Security prioritised at Prince Mangosuthu Buthelez’s funeral

The Police Minister Bheki Cele has highlighted the importance of safety during the funeral of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi in Ulundi, KwaZulu-Natal tomorrow. He says his department is liaising with the leadership of AmaZulu regiments – or Amabutho – who are expected to attend the funeral at which President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the eulogy.


 
Cele has conducted a site visit to the Mangosuthu Buthelezi Regional Sports Complex where he met with senior leaders of the IFP, provincial government and the SANDF. The IFP’s deputy secretary-general Albert Mncwango says a large number of the AmaZulu regiments is expected to attend Buthelezi’s funeral.

“Well, we have made some arrangements and provisions for transport, especially those who are coming from Durban and Johannesburg. I have actually been told that from Durban, we are expecting some 35 buses to be coming up, and from Johannesburg – some 20 buses. That is a massive number of Amabutho. That is why we are taking no chances in terms of making sure once they are here they are taken care of. They have some space here to be part of the whole process

L’vovo speaks on lifestyle changes after stroke

Kwaito star L’vovo Derrango, says he now views the world differently and believes he has been given a new lease of life after he suffered a stroke during a performance last December. The Kwaito legend’s stroke came just a few hours after the death of fellow Durban musician Mampitsha from the same ailment.

 

Speaking about his stroke which landed him in hospital, L’vovo said that it was caused by not taking his treatment well as well as eating unhealthy food

With this in mind, the musician will embark on a five day walk from September 18 to 22 from Newcastle in KwaZulu-Natal to Durban, with a crowd of people all in the hopes of spreading awareness around strokes and promoting a healthy lifestyle. In an interview with Drum, L’vovo said the stroke he suffered had changed his views on the lifestyle he led.“A stroke is tiring. There are things that you are not able to do, and you need to adjust to a new life that you are not used to. You can’t drive yourself or attend some of these events. You must depend on someone.

“It has been a long journey. Many things have changed, and I view life differently. I now know that it’s important to go to the gym and eat well,” he said.The musician said he wanted to make sure that his own experience served as a lesson to others, particularly to young people.

“I want people to be aware of this as it happens to people from the age of 17 and upwards, it isn’t just old people. That’s what this walk is about. I also want people to get used to the idea of a healthy lifestyle so people know that there should be a time to rest and exercise.

“I am a living survivor and people shouldn’t be scared if they get a stroke.”

L’vovo said he viewed the fact that he survived the stroke as a chance for him to correct the wrongs of his past. He said he would use his experience to educate people about the causes and effects of strokes.

“Not many people know someone who has survived a stroke, maybe Lira and then Mampintsha passed away, may his soul rest in peace. I just want people to know that they’re not alone.

Ayanda Thabethe shows the face of her newborn baby

Ayanda Thabethe announces the birth of her second child. In July, the TV personality revealed she’s expecting another child a year after the birth of her first child. Weeks later, she hosted a glamorous baby shower and she’s returned with news about her baby’s arrival.“If you think my hands are full, you should take a look at my heart,” she wrote. Ayanda further revealed that her baby was born on the 9th of September. Praise to Jesus Christ… 09.09.23,” she added.


 

 

 

Friends and fans flooded the post with congratulatory messages to the mother-of-two.
Surprisingly, not many fans expected that her baby welcome was as close as it was. She shared the pictures on her Instagram with so much gratitude to God.If you think my hands are complete, you should take a look at my heart … Praise be to Jesus Christ / 09.09.23”
South African actress Ayanda Thabethe showed off her newborn baby on Instagram.

Ayanda Thabethe

The talented actress had been making headlines a few months ago since she announced her pregnancy. She made beautiful photoshoots for her bump; fans loved it so much. She went on to the expensive all-white baby shower, which made fans even more eager to welcome her baby.

Gogo Maweni sends a strong warning to Chris Excel

After seeing a messy post taking jabs at her and her husband on social media, popular South Africa sangoma and reality TV star Gogo Maweni – real name Makgotso Lee-Anne Makopo had a spicy little message for the controversial Twitter user who goes by @ChrisExcel104.Gogo Maweni has a rather interesting resume according to netizens. It is believed that she is behind the downfall of her former boyfriends. Social media users are convinced she used her spiritual powers and put a hex on Thabo Rakhale, causing his career to die. According to Briefly, during her appearance on Gigi Lamayne’s podcast, Point of View, the Izangoma Zodumo star admitted to using muthi on the former Orlando Pirates soccer player.


 

 

 

In November 2022, Maweni also found herself topping the trends list after videos of her other ex, actor Sthembiso ‘SK’ Khoza did the rounds on social media showing him behaving bizarrely. In the first video, he was seen verbally attacking a man, and in the other, he’s said to have looked rather intoxicated as he danced barefoot in a club, The South African previously reported.

Recently, using his popular catfish Twitter account, @ChrisExcel104 poked fun at Maweni and her husband, Sabelo Magube. He had netizens worried about him after seeing Maweni’s response. The reality TV star decided to post an unmasked photo of the notorious Twitter user with some of his person information included and let him know that she knew all she need to know about him.

Actor Wiseman Mncube is leaving Uzalo

Actor Wiseman Mncube is leaving Actor Wiseman Mncube is leaving ‘Uzalo’ and bidding farewell to the character of Sibonelo who made him a household name. Mncube joined ‘Uzalo’ in 2018, playing the role of Sbonelo who arrived as a medical doctor but fell into criminal activities. Daily Sun reported that the actor had submitted his resignation to the production and would be leaving.


 

Stained Glass Productions have now confirmed that the popular actor will be leaving the most-watched soapie in the country. Production has also confirmed that Nkanyiso Mchunu will be leaving ‘Uzalo’ following his short stint in the production.

“We’ve had the privilege of witnessing Wiseman Mncube and Nkanyiso Mchunu’s incredible journey on Uzalo.

“Their commitment to their craft, their ability to breathe life into their characters, and the chemistry they brought to the screen have enriched our show in ways words can’t express,” remarked series producer King David Mukwevho.“Saying goodbye is never easy, but we are deeply thankful for the invaluable contributions they’ve made to Uzalo’s success.“Wiseman and Nkanyiso, you will be missed, and we look forward to seeing your star continue to rise in the entertainment world.”
The two will be leaving the SABC 1 soapie at the end of season nine and Mukwevho has hinted at an epic exit. 2023 has been one of actor Wiseman Mncube’s biggest years with him starring in some of the country’s top productions.

He has featured in ‘Shaka iLembe’, the ‘Nkalakatha: the Life of Mandoza biopic, ‘And the Wife’, and is set to star in ‘My Brothers Keeper’.