Gqom’ queen Babes Wodumo – real name Bongekile Simelane – has reportedly moved back in with her parents who are nursing her back to health after hospitalisation.

This comes after IsiZulu newspaper Isolezwe reported last month that the musician was critically ill.

 

 

“Babes is fine, she is now gearing herself up for the festive, she wants to be 100% ready for the festive season,” a source told the outlet.

Sources who spoke to Isolezwe claimed that Babes was severely ill and suffered from shortness of breath. Another source told the newspaper that her husband Mampitsha’s death had taken its toll on her.

The Big Nuz group member passed away on 24 December after suffering a mini stroke. The couple has one child together, a 2-year-old baby boy named Hlelolenkosi “Sponge” Maphumulo.

CONFLICTING REPORTS ON BABES WODUMO’S HEALTH
While fans have been worried about the singer, her sister and manager, Nondumiso Simelane, has maintained she is in good health.

She told Isolezwe the star missed the Durban events in July because she had been peforming outside of the country.

“We missed the event because of our return flight back home, but we communicated this to the organisers of both events and they understood the situation.

“[Babes Wodumo] is in great health. Maybe her silence on social media is why they are assuming she is not well. She is currently busy with two albums, her own and Mampintshas,” Nondumiso said.

“Her sister knows her condition that she is not fit enough to perform but still signs her up and causes her more stress and brand damage,” a source revealed.

Babes Wodumo is also set to release her new album soon. She will also be releasing Mampintsha’s album he worked on before his death.

On Wednesday, 26 July, renowned South African opera singer, Pretty Yende sadly pull out of her upcoming performance as she broke the news to the world that she was still mourning the loss of her mother.

 

 

 

RIP: PRETTY YENDE MOURS HER MOTHER AND PULLS OUT GIG
It’s been a rather eventful year for opera singer Pretty Yende. Earlier this year, she made history when she became the first African singer to grace the stage in a solo performance at the King’s coronation which was held at Westminster Abbey, EWN reported. She also found herself in the hospital after sustaining an injury on stage which forced her to cancel her next gig, TimesLIVE reported.

She was also spotted in Paris rubbing shoulders with South African fashion designer David Tlale, and clothing brand owner Thebe Magugu as they were under one roof engaging with President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Yende has now pulled out of another gig following her mother’s death. The gifted singer shared that she and her family were still grieving their loss. Yende asked to be pardoned during this time.

“My sweet mommy passed away a few days ago. Our entire family and my town are in mourning, she touched so many lives with the magnitude and kindness of her heart and smile, which could light up everything and everyone around,” she said.

The beautiful opera singer said that although her mother had died, she will always remain in her and her family’s hearts.

ALSO READ: Pretty Yende: The global roots of a South African Opera star

Pretty Yende
Pretty Yende buried her mother on Saturday, 29 July. Image via Instagram @pretty_yende_official

South African actress, Kagiso Rakosa, who is known for her iconic role as Sharon on the popular SABC 1 soapie Generations, has made a triumphant return to the entertainment scene.

 

 

KAGISO RAKOSA’S AMAZING CAREER
The captivating beauty graced television screens for an impressive seven years as Sharon reports Zimoja. The role etched her character’s charm and charisma into the hearts of viewers. At the end of her soap opera reign, Kagiso Rakosa was a name synonymous with on-screen brilliance. Yet, as the curtain fell on her iconic Generations chapter, she vanished from the public eye. This left fans wondering about her whereabouts.

However, Kagiso Rakosa returned once again, gracing the small screen. Her return has been marked by her role in the much-anticipated drama series Magaeng. A move that has been celebrated by her admirers.

KAGISO THE WELLNESS MODEL
The actress has now ventured into the world of modelling, aligning herself with the illustrious KhaNatural brand. The announcement, made by the actress and wellness coach Khabonina Qubeka, has set the beauty and fashion spheres abuzz with anticipation.

Kagiso Rakosa’s fans were excited when she returned to the screen. Image: Instagram via @kagisorakosa
Kagiso Rakosa’s fans were excited when she returned to the screen. Image: Instagram via @kagisorakosa
Kagiso Rakosa’s journey from soap opera royalty to a captivating presence in Magaeng and now a radiant ambassador for KhaNatural’s beauty products serves as a testament to the enduring allure of talent and the ever-evolving spirit of a true star.

HERE’S TO THE FUTURE
Fans can now revel in her triumphant return, knowing that Kagiso is not only reclaiming her place in the spotlight but also illuminating new avenues with her signature charm and captivating aura. Here’s to the next chapter in the captivating tale of this versatile actress, model, and beloved icon.

The Real Housewives of Durban star Nonku Williams went on an expensive birthday shoot.

The bubbly reality star has been living big recently as she bought a new car a few days ago.

 

Come the 6th of August, Nonku Williams will be celebrating her 44th birthday, but she has already started celebrations.

Indeed, Nonku can’t wait for her birthday as she goes on an expensive shoot.

Birthday celebrations have already started, and she spoke of how much she enjoyed the shoot.

“Can l do this all day long”

If one chooses to have such a birthday shooting, they must first beef up their bank account.

Nonku Williams went through several sessions taking shoots of her birthday from place to place

She blew off the cake candles and sliced them as her team sang a ha[py birthday song for her.

After that, she went to the bat tub, where she bathed with notes of US Dollars.

The River fans will be thrilled to know that fan-favourite character, Lindiwe (Sindi Dlathu) is going to take out the entire Hlophe family on Friday, 4 August episode.

This is after they scammed her R1 million by lying about Zolani’s baby being sick and flying to Mpumalanga (instead of Atlanta in the United States of Amarica) to spend her money.

 

Lindiwe’s lover, Bangizwe Zwane (Siyabonga Thwala) never believed the baby was sick, did some digging and took pictures of them as evidence for Lindiwe.

The teaser shared by the telenovela’s fans on Twitter reveals that Lindiwe will wipe them out by killing Nkanyiso first, Khwezi second, Nomafu third and Bukhosi last.

She also frames Bukhosi’s old enemy as the one who kills them by shooting him and placing the gun in his hand and leaving him at the Hlophe mansion with the rest of the dead bodies.

Mlilo Hlophe (Vuyo Biyela) was the first Hlophe who got killed by Lindiwe back in May when he and Nkanyiso attempted to take her out as instructed by their father Bukhosi.The TVSA The River August teasers also reveal that Dimpho will battle with the Hlophes’ deaths and may find out that they were actually not rich.

“Dimpho battles with shock and a heavy heart.”

The teasers also indicate that Morena’s wife Popi may have lied about him being the father of their newborn baby.

His grandmother, Kedibone aka Rakgadi will also not be convinced that the baby is a Mokoena as he might not look like them.

Tuesday, 22 August: “Are we sure that he is ours?. Kedibone is convinced that something is amiss with the new addition to their family.”

Wednesday, 23 August: “The truth must come out. Kedibone opens a can of worms for the Mokoenas.”

Thursday, 24 August: “Something is fishy. Morena seems to be the only one who doesn’t have questions about Moagi.”