Pray 4 her😭Ex-Scandal actress Boniswa’s serious weight loss shocks Mzansi.

Veteran actress Lusanda Mbane is basking in the glory of her recent body transformation, and fans unanimously agree that she looks stunning in her latest form.Aside from her acting prowess displayed in leading soapies like Muvhango, Generations, Tempy Pushas, and Soul City, Lusanda is a multifaceted individual. She is not only a businesswoman and entrepreneur but also serves as the Managing Director of her recruitment company. Adding to her repertoire, she produces and hosts a show on Tru FM.Family Life in the Limelight


 

 

 

 

 

Married to Luzuko for the past 15 years, Lusanda Mbane is a proud mother of two children: Liqhawe (13 years) and Lihlome (12 years). Despite her love for the limelight, Lusanda makes a conscious effort to shield her family from the public eye.She shared that while she revels in the attention and constant fan admiration, protecting her family has been a delicate balancing act. Lusanda acknowledges that her husband and loved ones never signed up for the fame that comes with her career, prompting her to take steps to shield them from its effects.In an interview with a local publication, Lusanda revealed one of the greatest lessons she has learned: understanding that her family did not choose a life in the spotlight. She expressed the need to respect their boundaries and protect them from the unintended consequences of her celebrity status.

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“I’ve embraced it, and for me, it’s a reinforcement that I am on the right track. But I found it was a bit more challenging for my husband and people who have to be around me. I had to understand that he didn’t sign up for it, so I stopped wanting to drag him to things like events unless they are really necessary.”

By finding a balance and curbing the urge to showcase her family at every opportunity, Lusanda shared that her home has become a happier place. She emphasized the importance of maintaining equilibrium, acknowledging that while she enjoys being a celebrity mom, her son appreciates the balance between her public persona and family life.

November 2023 Coming Up Next On Smoke & Mirrors

Coming Up Next On Smoke & Mirrors
Monday 20 November 2023
Episode 156


 

With a g to her head, Thandiswa is compelled to divulge the truth about why she’s in Emnyameni. Samson reaches out to his desperate wife in an attempt to help her. Petunia receives disturbing news from her sister.
Tuesday 21 November 2023
Episode 157
Thandiswa pleads with Nthabiseng to let her go, but Nthabiseng is intent on ending her life and killing Thandiswa. Nthabiseng finds out that Caesar and Thandiswa are having an affair.
Wednesday 22 November 2023
Episode 158
Realising how much trouble she is in, Thandiswa reaches out to someone unexpected for help. Martha is nestled in a shameful place where she’s left to be at the mercy of her arch rival.
Thursday 23 November 2023
Episode 159
Mthetho and Virginia are confused at Caesar’s disappearance. Virginia is suspicious and tries to track him down. Caesar convinces Thandiswa that they have to bury Nthabiseng’s body.
Friday 24 November 2023
Episode 160
Virginia is frantically searching for her husband and enlists Mthetho’s help. Meanwhile, Mthetho wonders how Caesar ended off-radar, in a no-man’s land as per the report of the tracker.

Makgotso M The actress is at the South African Music Awards at SunBet Arena in Tshwane

The South African Music Awards (SAMAs) have announced a new location and partnership.

 
Following public outcry and President Cyril Ramaphosa’s intervention, the KZN Department of Economic Development and Environmental Affairs abruptly dropped its three-year relationship as the major sponsor of the SAMAs last month.

The SunBet Arena in Time Square, Menlyn Maine in Pretoria is the new location for the SAMAs, which will still take place on November 18.

After reaching an agreement with the music festival Africa Fest, the event’s organizers, the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA), verified that everything would go as scheduled.It took some nifty footwork and agility to ensure that SAMA29 is saved and staged on the set date.

We are humbled by the receptive and sympathetic nature of our partners at Africa Fest who showed that the industry can be stronger when we are together.

This is a display of the Sesotho adage kopano ke matla [unity is strength]. They have generously accommodated our programme and will be assisting in ensuring that the awards run as smoothly as possible with the highest production values befitting the calibre of our musicians. I have no doubt that it will be a memorable one.

Nhlanhla Sibisi, the CEO of RiSA

The late rapper AKA’s father has arrived at the South African Music Awards event held at SunBet Arena in Pretoria.

Tony Forbes
The late rapper AKA’s father has arrived at the South African Music Awards event held at SunBet Arena in Pretoria.
AKA is contending for 4 awards tonight. He won his first #SAMA29 trophy yesterday.Late rapper AKA’s album Mass Country, in collaboration with Robin Kohl and Itu, was voted the Best Engineered album at the South African Music Awards (SAMAs) last night in the untelevised ceremony. AKA is the most nominated artist with eight nominations.

 

 

 
Mass Country was released 14 days after AKA, real name Kiernan Forbes, was murdered in Durban. Since his passing, AKA has received posthumous plaudits for the album.Once in a generation. Hope you’re proud homie! Congrats to the entire Jazzworx team who worked on Kiernan’s last 4 albums. This one’s for all of us,” wrote sound engineer and Lira’s former husband, Robin Kohl on Instagram.At the Metro FM Music awards earlier this year, AKA emerged as the biggest winner after his family took home four awards. He was awarded Best Hip-Hop Artist and Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration, and Best Male Artist.

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Vth Season and Sony Music Entertainment Africa shared with AKA’s fans that five of his songs from the album were awarded plaques.

Lemonade and Company were awarded platinum plaques, while Dangerous, Prada, and Mbuzi Freestyle were awarded gold plaques.

“As Vth Season, we are proud to share with the Forbes Family Gold and Platinum Plaques in honour of #MassCountry with our partner.

The recent BET Hip Hop awards honoured the AKA with the Global Visionary Award.

“This is a bittersweet moment for us as a family. Kiernan lived for music and gave his all to creating a legacy that has outlived him,” said AKA’s parents, Lynn and Tony Forbes in accepting the award in a statement.SAMA weekend rolling
The controversial Samas take place this evening at the the SunBet Arena, where the likes of Langa Mavuso, Blxckie and Alter Ego are expected to perform.

ALSO READ: BET honours AKA with Global Visionary Award

Kabza De Small, who is also billed to perform at the ceremony, won Best Produced Album for KOA II Part 1 alongside Da Muziqal Chef, Mdu aka TRP, Stakev, DJ Maphorisa and Felo le Tee and Best Kwaito Album for Speak N Vrostaan with Kwesta.

Former Black Motion member, Mörda, took home the Best Dance Album for his first solo project, Asante, named after his daughter. DJ Zinhle’s bae also took home Remix of the Year for his take on Yallunder, which he partnered up with Ndinovalo on.

“Our winners are always a reflection of the work that is put into their craft and the music industry as a whole. These artists, producers, writers and musical practitioners invest years into this moment and we are so grateful that we are able to acknowledge and celebrate them for #SAMA29,” said RiSA CEO Nhlanhla Sibisi in a statement.

Lynn Forbes AKA’s mother is at the South African Music Awards at SunBet arena in Pretoria.

Lynn Forbes, AKA’s mother, touched fans’ hearts with her speech while accepting a Metro FM Music award on behalf of her son on Saturday.

 
It was all meant to be a happy occasion for Forbes and AKA who won four awards. Tragically, he was murdered in February this yearAKA’s mother touched fans’ hearts with her words on the evening.

AKA’s daughter, Kairo, had given fans something to enjoy before Lynn’s touching speech.Lynn Forbes, AKA’s mother, touched fans’ hearts with her speech while accepting a Metro FM Music award on behalf of her son on Saturday.

It was all meant to be a happy occasion for Forbes and AKA who won four awards. Tragically, he was murdered in February this year

ALSO READ: ‘The way she loved him’: Lynn Forbes on AKA’s girlfriend Nadia

AKA’s mother touched fans’ hearts with her words on the evening.

AKA’s daughter, Kairo, had given fans something to enjoy before Lynn’s touching speech.

AKA’s mother. Image via Instagram @lynnforbesza
AKA’s mother. Image via Instagram @lynnforbesza
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AKA’S MOTHER, LYNN FORBES, TOUCHES HEARTS WITH HER SPEECH
As they took to the stage, Lynn and husband Tony gave the microphone to their granddaughter Kairo Forbes who entertained the crowd with her singing.

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After that, Lynn took the mic and gave her speech.

She said the first time they came to the awards in 2011 it represented the start of a journey that ended this year.