Babes Wodumo – real name Bongekile Simelane – has reportedly cut ties with Showmax.BABES WODUMO REPORTEDLY PARTS WAYS WITH SHOWMAX
The show, which is set to launch for a third season, looks into the musician’s life with her late husband Mampintsha – real name Mandla Maphumulo.

Mampintsha, who was a member of kwaito group Big Nuz, passed away on 24 December 2022. He shared one child with Babes Wodumo — two-year-old son Hlelolenkosi Maphumulo, better known as Sponge.

 

 

 

 

 

 
According to ZiMoja’s sources, Babes Wodumo and Showmax did not have a fallout. The Wololo hitmaker is said to have ended her relationship with the giant streaming platform because she received a better financial offer elsewhere.

The sources also revealed that Babes Wodumo had already shot a few episodes with Showmax, but expressed to the streaming company that she wanted more money.

“That’s the only reason she left Showmax. She was shopping for a better deal.”

Another source revealed that the loss of her husband will be a big part of season three of the series.

“Babes will be talking about losing her husband at a young age and how she had to deal with grief.”

While Babes Wodumo’s sister and manager, Nondumiso Simelane, refused to comment, the CEO of General Entertainment at MultiChoice, Nomsa Philiso, said the singer was free to do whatever she felt was best for her.

“We don’t own anyone, I am sure people are exploring options – that is the joy of a vibrant industry,” Philiso said.

SINGER’S RUMOURED BOYFRIEND, ZUMA, SET TO APPEAR ON SEASON THREE
Sources also revealed that former Amaroto group member Sabelo Zuma (whose stage name is Zuma) will also be on Uthando Lodumo season three.

“Amapiano star Zuma who is said to be dating the Wololo singer and other artists will also form part of the show,” said one source.

In February this year, Babes Wodumo was rumoured to be dating Zuma; however, fans poured cold water on the claims, saying the pair are cousins.

Babes Wodumo also recently told ZiMoja that she is still mourning Mampintsha.

“I am still mourning my husband. Other days are tough, but every day I am fighting. I have a child to take care of, and my family is my priority.”

Maak seker jy is nie ‘n slagoffer nie, kry jou versekering in o

Wendy Gumede continues to shine from, Zulu voice-overs to writing, and now her first long-term ambassadorship
South African creative Wendy Gumede star keeps on shining as she continues to grow within the entertainment industry, from writing to acting and now her first long-term partnership with haircare giant Dark and Lovely.

Gumede has been seen on shows like ‘Isibaya’ and ‘Scandal!’ and now she is the new face and voice of Dark and Lovely’s Relaxed Hair Care Range.

“It’s so meaningful, with film and TV I feel we make up worlds, this is something very real. It’s connected to exactly who I am and my values. It’s big and different to anything that I’ve done so far.”Gumede and Dark and Lovely joining forces could be described as the perfect alignment, she is the “black Wendy” after all, a woman who is proud of who she is and stands firm in her voice, something the brand represents.“To be able to work with the brand feels like the perfect time. I feel like Dark and Lovely, like myself is a brand that believes in self-expression and self celebration and that’s what I’ve always valued myself.

“As a plus size girl and being an actress, there are a lot of things we bump up against and there are very few brands that are inclusive and make you feel at home.

“For my first ambassadorship to be with a brand that makes me feel at home, the way that I am is incredible.”

Popular South African actor Thembinkosi Mthembu recently “broke” his female fans’ hearts when he announced his anniversary on social media.

The River star Thembinkosi Mthembu revealed in an Instagram Story on Sunday, 19 May that he’s been in a relationship with his partner for over seven years.

“Happy anniversary my love,” wrote th actor.Mthembu also reveals at on some fine print that he and his partner are celebrating their seventh-year anniversary.His fans took to X on Monday to reveal that they are “devastated” over the news as they’d hoped they had a chance with him.“Not Thembinkosi Mthembu posting his girlfriend. Aybo Mvelase what about me?” asked @MazikodeThah.

@miss_sanely: “lol it’s his wife, sorry to add salt to the wound.”

@paballo_maseko: “Just fell on my knees in the office.”

@PearlMokwang: “I was ready to send my uncles.”

@SiyaMngonyama1: “Wait, wait didn’t he say he was still with the mother of his daughter? This is probably her, although I’m jealous this is cute.”

@Khumalothando19: “They’re not married, you still stand a chance.”

@___Mosima: “That seven years part it’s giving terms and conditions ke sana. You don’t want to put it here, but it’s required.”
@llalatwa: “They have child together and she was with him before he was “theee Thembinkosi”. That relationship is solid, solid.”

YouthVillage reports that Thembinkosi Mthembu who prefers to keep his personal life private is reportedly dating Sibulele Ndaba. The pair reportedly have a five-year-old daughter together.

The award-winning actor revealed in a 2023 interview with TshisaLIVE that his character, Bonga went on dates in Fourways, Johannesburg, with his Adulting love interest, Londeka Sishi, who plays Nkanyezi to build chemistry.

“For me and her to build chemistry, we had to go on dates because it would read on camera. My partner knew about the dates but doesn’t watch my intimacy scenes, she’s okay because we started dating when I was doing my third year at DUT, so she knew me from university.”

He adds that the devotion to his work sometimes catches up with him, however. He took a three-month break from acting in 2023 and attended therapy to debrief from the characters he portrayed.
@TheProgress_: “I needed thick ass lenses to see that “7 years” small print.”

Dorothy always want to make Molefe’s life hard😭.. she wants them to move out and find their own place
#HouseOfZwideTuesday 21 May 2024
Episode 222
Soka is forced to lie after Mampho catches him preparing to go to dinner with Ona, but she later finds his pros and cons list for dating her and Ona.
Wednesday 22 May 2024
Episode 223

 

 

 

 

 

 

A costly request from Adani and Keletso breaking the wedding dishes by mistake, leave Molefe and Dorothy facing a wedding budget that is spiraling out of control.
Thursday 23 May 2024
Episode 224
Maria entertains hopes of being Isaac’s date at the wedding but as the budget continues to rise, a frustrated Dorothy announces that she is cancelling the wedding.
Friday 24 May 2024
Episode 225
Nkosi and Shoki feel they are inching closer to nailing Kopano, when Kopano calls Shoki in response to her video and reassures her – he will come to see her soon.

Monday 20 May 2024
Episode 221

Soka decides to explore things with Ona while still seeing Mampho – Sandile warns him that he is playing a dangerous game while Maria warns Mampho something is definitely going on between Soka and Ona.
Tuesday 21 May 2024
Episode 222
Soka is forced to lie after Mampho catches him preparing to go to dinner with Ona, but she later finds his pros and cons list for dating her and Ona.
Wednesday 22 May 2024
Episode 223
A costly request from Adani and Keletso breaking the wedding dishes by mistake, leave Molefe and Dorothy facing a wedding budget that is spiraling out of control.
Thursday 23 May 2024
Episode 224
Maria entertains hopes of being Isaac’s date at the wedding but as the budget continues to rise, a frustrated Dorothy announces that she is cancelling the wedding.
Friday 24 May 2024
Episode 225
Nkosi and Shoki feel they are inching closer to nailing Kopano, when Kopano calls Shoki in response to her video and reassures her – he will come to see her soon.
Monday 27 May 2024
Episode 226
Soka does some serious soul searching and decides to tell a heartbroken Ona that he has chosen to be with Mampho, he then makes a heartfelt plea asking Mampho’s forgiveness.
Tuesday 28 May 2024
Episode 227
Despite their happiness at being formally married, Molefe and Dorothy can’t hide their sadness at being unable to have a proper wedding reception.
Wednesday 29 May 2024
Episode 228
Ona does the mature thing and helps Mampho realise that she is making a mistake letting Soka go, Mampho then decides to forgive Soka, and they both agree to start dating officially.
Thursday 30 May 2024
Episode 229
Touched by Molefe and Dorothy’s situation, Maria ropes in family and friends to help her plan a surprise wedding reception for the couple.
Premiere episodes of House of Zwide air on e.tv from Mondays to Fridays at 19h00.

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