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Actress Gail Mabalane’s age revealed

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Actress Gail Mabalane’s age revealed

Seasoned actress Gail Mabalane’s age left South Africans stunned. Over the years, South Africans have gushed over the seasoned actress’ youthful looks, but how old is she? With an illustrious career spanning years, Gail Mabalane has quickly become a small-screen darling.

However, despite being one of the most followed stars, she has managed to keep her private life under wraps, leaving many to guess even about her age. Against her birthday, Mzansi managed to connect the dots about her age. She looks younger than her age.Taking to Instagram, the actress revealed her age and shared photos celebrating her birthday with her family. She posted, “39 “The Lord is my shepherd … I shall not want.

Gail Mabalane

The actress is 39 and was born on 27 December 1984 in Kimberly, South Africa. Fans flooded her comments section with some congratulatory messages against her post. Some were more than convinced she looks younger than her age, while others asked for her skincare routines and anti-ageing hacks.

Despite winning big on small screens, it is a shocker to many that the celebrated actress had her shot to fame as a young talent singer on the 6th season of Idols SA. She made it to the top 10 finalists before being eliminated from the talent show.

However, in 2011, she switched the floor to small screens and starred alongside seasoned actors, including Connie Ferguson, on The Wild. Since then, she has been winning big. Over the years, she has starred in several big-budget films and drama series, which include:

Rockville
Generations: The Legacy
The Road
The Imposter
Blood & Water
Unseen

Source: News365

Zakes Bantwini dragged for gatekeeping news about Dr Mbongeni Ngema’s death

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Zakes Bantwini dragged for leaving Mzansi in suspense over Dr Mbongeni Ngema’s death Zakes Bantwini gets dragged by social media users for gatekeeping Dr Mbongeni Ngema’s death. On Wednesday evening, the music producer dropped a tweet that hinted at the passing of a star. Noooo man not again,” he wrote, without including the name.

Angry tweeps flooded the tweet with questions and curiosity; the DJ was further slammed for leaving people on suspense. Tweet is useless without context,” a tweep wrote.

Zakes Bantwini

“I love your music and I think you cool Bhut’ Zakhele kodwa we need you to stop doing this because now we are left to wonder who you are talking about. It’s not cool at all,” another wrote.However, it was revealed shortly after Zakes’ tweet that the legendary musician, actor and producer Dr Ngema died in a car accident on Wednesday evening.

Source: The southafrican

Ntando Duma trolls Musa Khawula after he calls her Xmas pic poor

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South African actress and TV presenter Ntando Duma just left her fans laughing out loud. This after she shared a hilarious reaction to one of gossip monger Musa Khawula’s infamous X posts about how poor she looks in her Christmas photo.

Ntando Duma

Many applauded her for laughing about it instead of picking a fight with the “Pope of Pop Culture” who is famous for starting internet wars with local stars. Musa Khawula has gained himself a fierce reputation as a celebrity basher and gossip blogger.

Ntando Duma

The YouTuber is well known for his outrageous social media posts and even though it was the festive season, he made sure to share his thoughts on Mzansi’s favourite celebs and how they spent their Christmas.
One of the many stars he posted about was TV star Ntando Duma. Taking to X, Musa shared a photo of Ntando posing in front of her Christmas tree.

Ntando Duma

According to the very cheeky Musa, it looked like she was having a very “poor Christmas”.

Source: News365

Renowned Sarafina musical creator Mbongeni Ngema dies in car crash

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Mbongeni Ngema, writer of the acclaimed musical “Sarafina” about student riots in apartheid Soweto, was killed in a car crash on Wednesday at the age of 68, his family announced. Ngema died just as the 1992 movie, developed with legendary jazz musician Hugh Masekela, was making a return with a screening at this year’s Cannes film festival classic section and a streaming release.

Mbongeni Ngema

“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, father, husband and a patriot, Mbongeni Ngema,” the family said in a statement. Ngema was killed in a head-on car accident whilst returning from attending a funeral” in Eastern Cape province, the statement added. He was a passenger in the vehicle.

Mbongeni Ngema

“Sarafina” made Ngema a pan-African music star. A stage version had earlier played on New York’s Broadway for two years. It was nominated for Tony and Grammy awards. The film starred Leleti Khumalo, who had been in the stage version and later married Ngema, and Whoopi Goldberg.

Ngema also co-wrote the 1981 play “Woza Albert” with Percy Mtwa and Barney Simon. A satirical look at the plight of black people in white-dominated South Africa, the play toured Europe and North America.

His works “reflected the spirit of resistance” during the “apartheid and liberation struggle”, the family said. Ngema was also an actor, choreographer, composer, and singer. His hit songs included “Stimela sa se Zola”, also made with Masekela.

Source: News365

Tamar Braxton gets engaged for second time on Christmas Day

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American singer Tamar Braxton got engaged to her boyfriend Jeremy “JR” Robinson for the second time on Christmas Day. The couple’s engagement comes after the pair recently rekindled their relationship after calling off their first engagement in October. The reality TV star and singer shared two videos from her proposal to JR on Instagram. In the caption Tamar explains how they rekindled their relationship. 3 months ago, we thought we HATED each other, and we were completely OVER” Tamar shared.

She continued: “Here we are after a simple football game box you got for your birthday and one REAL HARD conversation … we knew that whatever happened in the past was just that and ANYTHING other than US and our family only mattered”.

Tamar Braxton

Considering that they were engaged not so long ago, Tamar also addressed the questions and criticism she anticipated coming her way after sharing the news of her second engagement to JR Robinson.

“So, the truth is WE DONT CARE if anyone disagrees with it … we choose to love each other OUTLOUD and PROUD because we found something worth fighting for and forgiving each other for EVERYDAY in front and behind the scenes”, Tamar expressed. Tamar Braxton concluded her message by sharing her gratitude and love for her fiance.

“I love you with my entire heart and from now on our troubles are miles away. I’m having myself a Merry little Christmas now,” she shared. To which JR Robinson commented on the post, “I love you beyond life and back @tamarbraxton”. In the videos shared to her Instagram Tamar was seen dressed in festive Christmas themed pyjamas. She appeared to be amazed by JR’s proposal.

Source: The south african

Rasta warned over Zahara’s tribute painting

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Zahara was honoured by the celebrity painter, Rasta at her funeral service. The singer, real name Bulelwa Mkutukana died on the 11th of December, Monday after battling liver complicationsPeople paid tribute to the 36-year-old, and the painter delivered portraits of the late star at the funeral that took place at the East London International Convention Center (ELICC) in Eastern Cape on Saturday.

Rasta

Photos of the paintings surfaced on social media and caused massive chaos as people were triggered.

Dignitaries were at the funeral service and it was reported that one of the ministers scolded Rasta over the painting.

Source: News365

MamMkhize’s 2023 Christmas photos go viral

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To celebrate Christmas this year, Royal AM boss and reality TV star Shauwn ‘MamMkhize’ Mkhize took to Instagram and posted a series of photos with her son, stepdaughter, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren dressed to the nines.

This year, South African celebrities are pulling off all the stops with their Christmas photos. MamMkhize is one among many who have gathered her closest family members around to mark the special day on her feed. The Durban-based reality TV stars look absolutely stunning, dressed in black and white formal attires.

MamMkhize

“Gathered with Love, United as Family! May the spirit of love and joy surround you all this holiday season. Merry Christmas from our family to yours! ” MamMkhize captioned the photos.

MamMkhize

The family’s reality TV show, Kwa Mam’Mkhize (season 2) premiered on 14 December. This time around, Tamia, MamMkhize’s daughter-in-law, made her debut in the show. The show’s first season ended up winning Best Reality Show at the Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards and also led to MamMkhize’s nomination as Personality of the Year at the 2022 DStv Mzansi Viewers’ Choice Awards, Kaya FM reported

Source: The south african

Lil Wayne Reveals Why LeBron James is The GOAT

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Lil Wayne is the titan of the hip-hop industry as he has cemented his legacy over a flurry of hits in his decades-long career. To further give an insight into his A-game in the rap world—he likened himself to the NBA’s finest player, LeBron James.

In a chat with Bleacher Report, the Lollipop singer said, “I would say that I’m like a LeBron. He continued, “A phenom. I dropped my first solo album when I was 14, and that’s the same album I’m talking about that went platinum. And I’ve been doing this at this pace or higher ever since, just like him.” In the meantime, the Grammy winner shared that he wants to helm the Super Bowl LIX in 2025.

The 41-year-old noted, “[I want it] just as bad as I wanted to see my name at the top of that list when I was whatever age it was that I would bust into that office and get that Billboard magazine. In 2025, the Super Bowl will be coming to his hometown, prompting Lil to get restless in hitting the stage.

“So to know that a Super Bowl would be…what?!” he continued. “Going to the Super Bowl before and watching the halftime show and wishing, when you see the artist, you’re like, they could’ve sung the song that I was featured on. I’m featured on everybody’s song. You could’ve brought me out

Source: people

In other news – Cindy Makhathini shows off her Ben 10 N@ked in Bed

Cindy Makhathini is a social media influencer and socialite from South Africa. Cindy Makhathini is a celebrated club hostess and has made a fortune from her illustrious career that spans years.

Cindy Makhathini

Despite her fame, she has managed to keep her private life under wraps, leaving many to guess. Read more

Cindy Makhathini in bed N@ked with her Ben 10

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Cindy Makhathini is a social media influencer and socialite from South Africa. Cindy Makhathini is a celebrated club hostess and has made a fortune from her illustrious career that spans years. Despite her fame, she has managed to keep her private life under wraps, leaving many to guess.

Now she has her pictures trending on Twitter and she is showing off her Ben 10 and it looks like they are having a good time. They are even Naked in bed together, this must be a lovely time for her and her boyfriend who is allegedly 15 years old.

Cindy Makhathini

However, the bubbly hostess finally dived into her personal life on Podcast and Chill with MacG, where she was a guest. She had her shot to fame at 17 in the backdrop of her alleged affair with former Minister of Finance Malusi Gigaba. She has it that she topped trends when she dropped her thirst trap photos on social media.

Cindy Makhathini

We all know she is not shy to show off to her Fans what she is up to and this Holiday season seems like she is having the time of her life, now one knows the name of the guy but with the way she issmiling it looks like she is having a Best time of her life.

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In other news – PICS: A look at DJ Zinhle, Lynn Forbes & Nadia Nakai’s Christmas photoshoot

Mzansi’s blended family, DJ Zinhle, Nadia Nakai, and Lynn Forbes all shared Christmas cards featuring Kairo Forbes this year on Monday 25 December.

Nadia Nakai

Eight-year-old Kairo Forbes is loved by so many. Her mom, DJ Zinhle shared a dump of photos from a photoshoot she had featuring Kairo, “husband” Murdah Bongz, and their daughter Asante Mohosana. Read more

Coming up on House of Zwide this January 2024

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Coming up on House of Zwide this January 2024: Nkosi demands to know where Shoki was the whole day and she lies by saying she was with Ona. Later Shoki meets up with Ona and begs her to cover for her in case Nkosi asks.

Monday 1 January 2024
Episode 121

Pearl is devastated over the breakup with her long-distance boyfriend. In a gesture of support, Laz decides to cancel her big plans and stays with Pearl to usher in the new year.

Tuesday 2 January 2024
Episode 122

Nkosi demands to know where Shoki was the whole day and she lies by saying she was with Ona. Later Shoki meets up with Ona and begs her to cover for her in case Nkosi asks.

Wednesday 3 January 2024
Episode 123

Molefe feels that Dorothy would prefer to be a single parent, so he reaches out to Isaac, who tells Molefe that he’s being selfish and not helping anyone with his existential crisis.

Thursday 4 January 2024
Episode 124

Keletso realises that Molefe has disappeared and Isaac is furious with him. Meanwhile, Ona tells Funani about her idea to put on her own fashion show and fears he thinks it’s silly.

Friday 5 January 2024
Episode 125

Rea tells Isaac to find Molefe before Dorothy realises he’s gone. Isaac finds him at a tavern he used to frequently visit and they have a sincere conversation about what fatherhood means.

Monday 8 January 2024
Episode 126

Shoki tries to calm Nkosi, but he doesn’t want Ona involved with Kopano. After Funani sings Ona’s praises, Nkosi goes to Kopano and begs to be part of the deal again, falling right into Kopano’s trap.

Tuesday 9 January 2024
Episode 127

Kopano gives Nkosi three days to come up with the money, so he emotionally blackmails Faith into speaking to Funani on his behalf. But Faith tells Funani that Nkosi is asking for a ridiculous amount.

Wednesday 10 January 2024
Episode 128

Funani confronts Nkosi about trying to use Faith to get his way and rejects the idea of giving Nkosi money. Nkosi contemplates stealing money from the House of Zwide company account.

Thursday 11 January 2024
Episode 129

Nkosi ends up embezzling funds from his father’s company after receiving encouragement from Kopano. Nkosi uses delaying tactics to ensure no-one at House of Zwide knows money is missing.

Friday 12 January 2024
Episode 130

Ona waits anxiously to hear news from the DTI and Molfe bites his tongue about what her father is up to. Later, Funani hands Ona a forged letter saying her DTI submission was accepted.

Monday 15 January 2024
Episode 131

Ona is over the moon when she receives her first payment from the DTI. Faith realises that Funani is personally funding Ona’s show and letting her believe that the money is from the DTI.

Tuesday 16 January 2024
Episode 132

Molefe returns and announces that it was a false alarm and Dorothy had what is called ‘Braxton Hicks’ contractions. Shoki tells Nkosi that Kopano has forgiven, but he still needs to apologise.

Wednesday 17 January 2024
Episode 133

Mavuso tells Ona that her application was rejected. Ona stares at the DTI acceptance letter and realises it’s a fake. Later, she confronts Funani about lying to her.

Thursday 18 January 2024
Episode 134

Ona refuses to give Funani a chance to explain himself and their fight catches Faith’s attention. Faith tells Nkosi that Funani funded Ona and he confronts Funani about believing more in Ona than in him.

Friday 19 January 2024
Episode 135

Shoki struggles with Nkosi’s past and asks Faith about him. Faith assures her that Nkosi is a good guy who’s loyal to his family. Ona still refuses to speak to Funani, so Rea tells him to give her space.

Monday 22 January 2024
Episode 136

Rea tells Ona the real reason her application was rejected and Ona suddenly feels foolish for judging Funani. Ona and Funani finally clear the air, but Ona still wants to do her thing on her own.

Tuesday 23 January 2024
Episode 137

Kopano and Shoki tell Nkosi they just randomly ran into each other, but he’s left disturbed by the interaction. Later, Faith hears them arguing about it and warns Nkosi to keep Shoki away from the family secrets.

Wednesday 24 January 2024
Episode 138

Nkosi tells Kopano to stay away from his wife and he suggests that they go their separate ways when the deal is done. This only increases more tension between Shoki and Nkosi.

Thursday 25 January 2024
Episode 139

Ona feels inspired to host a fashion show at a rank in Tembisa and pitches the idea to Funani, who warns her that her idea is risky, but potentially brilliant if she can pull it off.

Friday 26 January 2024
Episode 140

Shoki goes to visit Isaac and asks him about Alex Khadzi’s murder, but Isaac is not willing to answer, telling her to leave it in the past. This makes Shoki realise that Nandipha was right.

Monday 29 January 2024
Episode 141

Ona tells Neo she has a plan to force Bra Zakes to let her use the rank for free.

Tuesday 30 January 2024
Episode 142

Shoki decides to leave the Zwide mansion and moves into the intern’s apartment. Faith tells Funani to bring Shoki back into the fold before things get worse.

Wednesday 31 January 2024
Episode 143

Funani worries how Shoki got the information about Alex’s murder and wonders if Nandipha is involved. Kopano continues to toy with Nkosi, with no intention of returning his money. Premiere episodes of House of Zwide air on e.tv from Mondays to Fridays at 19h00

Source: TVSA

In other news – Mzansi reacts after photos of Nomzamo Mbatha with Oprah Winfrey on Christmas emerge

Popular Mzansi actress, Nomzamo Mbatha was spotted rubbing shoulders with Oprah Winfrey as seen in a photo posted on Instagram on Christmas Day, 25 December, and unsurprisingly, local social media users decided to rush to the comment section with their concerns following seeing the picture.

Nomzamo Mbatha

With all the controversy circulating Oprah Winfrey lately on social media, South African social media users were left with their jaws dropped after spotting the beloved Shaka Ilembe actress. Read more

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