The River’s upcoming episode will see the love story between Nsizwa and Rakgadi escalate, as Nsizwa reveals his plan to ask Rakgadi to marry him.

The preview sees Nsizwa, who is planning to go to the hospital to see if he can finally have access to a dialysis machine, telling Paulina and Mabutho about his intentions. Both Paulina and Mabutho express excitement at the prospect of welcoming Rakgadi into their family. Mabutho goes on to ask if he can have the honour of leading the lobola negotiations for his uncle when the time comes.

The River’s upcoming episode, which airs on 1Magic on Thursday, 16 July 2020, is set to further explore the love story between Nsizwa and Rakgadi. The characters, played by Meshack Mavuso and Tsholo Matshaba respectively, have captured South Africans with their portrayal of love, with Nsizwa now planning to ask Rakgadi to marry him.

Radio and television host Somizi Mhlongo-Motaung has been gifted a portrait of his late mother, thespian Mary Twala.

Taking to social media on Tuesday, the “Idols SA” judge expressed his gratitude to the young artist who painted the portrait of his parent, he said: “So when I saw a painting of my mom on twitter by this young man @olwethudahandsome immediately drawn to it……and that’s when I had an idea of him making a portrait of my parents on a denim jacket.”

He continued: “I initially I wanted to wear it at my mom’s funeral but because he is based in cape town time was not on our side…..but I still insisted that he makes it…..through the help of my PA (Personal Assistant) he was able to track him and found him and gave him the brief…..oh boy did he deliver……when the parcel arrived today.

“I was wondering why is it in a big box kanti this sweet talented young man added an actual framed portrait of my mom and as a surprise gift…Thank u young man and may all your dreams come true…..I’m probably gonna wear this once and frame it as well.”View this post on Instagram
So when I saw a painting of my mom on twitter by this young man @olwethudahandsome ines immediately drawn to it.and that’s when I had an idea of him making a portrait of my parents on a denim jacket. I’m initially i wanted to wear it at my mom’s funeral but because he is based in cape town time was not on our side…..but I still insisted that he makes it…..through the help of my PA @iam_sphekay he was able to track him and found him and gave him the brief…..oh boy did he deliver……when the parcel arrived today I was wondering why is it in a big box kanti this sweet talented young man added an actual framed portrait of my mom and as a surprise gift…coz I only paid for the jacket and the drawing on it…..thank u young man and may all yo dreams come true…..I’m probably gonna wear this once and frame it as well….ANDIHAMBI NDODWA…….MSHEFI AND MAMPINGA GOT MY BACK

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Mzansi seems impressed with Olwethu Patuleni’s art work, with fans and friends of Somizi giving it the stamp of approval.

“Ncoooh so sweet man we have so much of creative talents in Sa you have done well @olwethudahandsome,” said reality TV star and businesswoman Shauwn Mkhize.

“This is too much oo it’s beautiful 👌🏾😍 Soso @somizi,” commented singer and businesswoman Candy Tsamandebele.

“This is so beautiful! I’m inspired ❤️,” added radio and TV host Pabi Moloi.

The legendary actress Mary Twala, passed away on Saturday, July 4, at the laid on Thursday, July 9. She was 80-years old.

Twala died in Johannesburg last week at the age of 80.

During his speech, Somizi has paid an emotional tribute to his mother. He said: “I know I have lost a mother on earth, but I have gained the most powerful ancestor.”

He continued: “Anyone should not be surprised when I rise beyond, because I have the most generous ancestor. Mama, I know how you are when you are angry, so I promise not to be make you an angry ancestor because I don’t want to be on the wrong side of anything that comes to you.”

Letoya Makhene Celebrates Her Daughter’s 14th Birthday With A Heartfelt Message. The relationship that Letoya Makhene has with her children is such a beautiful one.

Every now and then the actress and musician shares heartwarming posts on social media about her four children. Being head over heals in love with her new girlfriend has not let Letoya forget about her kids

Her only daughter Nubia just turned 14 years and Letoya seized the opportunity to praise her. As a spiritual person, Letoya spent the day praying for her daughter and relaying how important Nubia is to the whole family.

“Hey beautiful…
You’re 14 today.
My body spent a huge part of this day re-experiencing labour pains. I spent most of this day praying for you, while your angels and your ancestors paid you a special visit.
You know how important you are to me. To us. Your parents and your whole family.

Thank you for choosing me, Nubia. You have truly lived up to your name. You are gold. You are royal. A queen in the making.
God bless you eternally.“

Skolopad is optimistic about overcoming the coronavirus.
Image: Skolopad’s Instagram
Weeks after fearing she might have contracted the coronavirus, socialite Skolopad has revealed she has tested positive for Covid-19.

The star, who is a nurse by profession, took to social media two months ago to share her concern about catching the virus, having witnessed its effects in hospitals. Despite showing symptoms, her test results in May came back negative.

She returned to Instagram on Thursday to reveal she recently had a second test, which came back positive.

“Just got a phone call saying my results came back positive for Covid-19,” she said in the post.Speaking about the diagnosis, the star said she was confident she would “be okay”.

Skolopad has previously urged her followers to take the virus seriously and not give up hope.

“Be strong because things will get better. It may be stormy now, but it never rains forever,” she said in a post of encouragement to fans and fellow health workers.

Meanwhile, actor Zola Hashatsi has “beaten” the virus after spending 14 days in quarantine.

“Good afternoon South Africa. It gives me great pleasure to announce that after 14 days of quarantining, lots of meds, vitamins, herbs, prayer and a positive mindset, I have beaten the damn virus and back to the real world,” he announced this week, thanking fans, friends and family for their support.

Uzalo star Khaya Dladla also announced his victory over the virus, and echoed Zola’s sentiments about having a positive mindset.

e said he was “living proof of beating Covid-19″.

“The 14 days of isolation have been a journey of introspection, new habits and a return of some old ones. This journey has been an emotional and very psychological battle.”

He said a lot could be achieved by controlling your thoughts.

“The day people understand the power of mind the better. As soon as your mind tells your lungs you can’t breathe, you will not breathe. As soon as your mind tells your body you are dying, you will die. Take care of yourself and speak life to yourself every day.”

Somizi Mhlongo’s name has been used to create several fake Facebook accounts.
Image: Instagram/Somizi
Somizi has come out to set the record straight after a fake Facebook account using his name ignited a Twitter storm that dragged DJ Black Coffee and actress Enhle Mbali onto the trends list as people had a field day about their failed marriage.

The fake account shared a lengthy post in which he or she compared Black Coffee and Enhle’s relationship to the controversial “open relationship” exposé about Jada and Will Smith.

The post claimed that women never take responsibility for the damage they bring to a marriage.

Somizi had to come clear his name and make it known that the savage post wasn’t from him and that it was a case of cyber identity theft.

“People have energy … my real account on Facebook is Somizi Buyani.”

The media personality said there were so many fake Facebook accounts in his name, he was on the verge of leaving the social media platform permanently.

“Facebook is having a field day with fake accounts using my name … these are just 4 of many … My only account is Somizi Buyani, which I’m on the verge of completely discontinuing if this problem is not fixed this time,” he said.

Check out the fake account below.