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Mimi Nobuhle Mahlasela is embracing her new journey as a body-positive activist

Mimi Nobuhle Mahlasela is embracing her new journey as a body-positive activist

Mimi Nobuhle Mahlasela is embracing her new journey as a body-positive activist

Actress and model Mimi Nobuhle Mahlasela is embracing her new journey as a body-positive activist. Popularly known for her character as Aggie on SABC soapie “7de Laan”, Mahlasela is celebrating her body while also encouraging others to become more confident in their own skin.
Her aim is to use social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok to shine the spotlight on issues of mental health by promoting body positivity.

During a recent interview with the “Expresso” show on S3, the Joburg born star said she feared cyberbullying when she first joined the video-sharing social network.

Mimi Nobuhle Mahlasela is embracing her new journey as a body-positive activist

“I must say, at first, I was very hesitant to join TikTok, cause I thought this platform is not for me, I’m just going to be bullied. I’m not going to cope, “ said the star.
But when she started sharing her videos, she received an outpouring of support for her body-positive movement.
I received so much love and such an incredible growing interest.

“I realised as well that I could use this platform to start a dialogue about mental health issues, which is something that I struggle with, and I know a lot of people also struggle with.
Mahlasela told IOL that she hopes her activism will help start a “dialogue about self-love and encourage others to invest in protecting their peace and surround themselves doing things that make them happy.”

“Hurt people, hurt people. We can educate people who find pleasure in mocking others.

“We can talk until we are blue in the face and try to tell people to stop with negative comments, but the change begins with oneself to just be kind and spread love,” said Mahlasela, referring to the latest trend of body shamers, the most common form of cyberbullying.
On how she deals with trolls, Mahlasela said: “Some days, I honestly do put people in their place if they are being rude and disrespectful because we are human and people need to stop bashing ‘public figures’ because we are told to not respond – if you’re personally attacking me, I will call you to order. We need to all respect each other on these social media platforms. It’s simple. I just block and move on!”

Mimi Nobuhle Mahlasela is embracing her new journey as a body-positive activist

Local singer Makhadzi was recently humiliated by trolls after a photograph of her performing on stage showing off the dark skin on her inner thighs went viral.

Taking to social media, Makhadzi pleaded with her social media users to stop “editing and sharing” the image and also urged fans to stop humiliating her. Hitting back at trolls, Makhadzi said: “Unfortunately, I cannot change my inner part … I’m like this and I’m proud

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Singer Elaine speaks on relocating to LA

Singer Elaine speaks on relocating to LA

Singer Elaine speaks on relocating to LA

Singer Elaine got to reflect on her journey of living in Los Angeles since permanently relocating to the US city earlier this year.

During an Instagram Q&A, the You’re The One hitmaker shared her experience of adjusting to staying in a different country far from home.

Singer Elaine speaks on relocating to LA

“It’s definitely been a huge learning curve. I’m learning a lot about myself which I’m grateful for. I miss my family and friends so much but I’m having a great ass time,” she wrote.

Elaine has been on a mission to get her music recognised on a global scale, and her big move to the US has got her closer to achieving that dream.

The 22-year-old singer who graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand earlier this year went on to shed light on how she managed to juggle her academics with her budding career.

“Time management, discipline and a really solid support structure helped me through my studies. My main priority was making sure I was always up to date because there’s nothing worse than catching up. There were also times I couldn’t make it to campus or lectures but I had a really solid study group and they were riding for me hard as ever during that time.” she said.

“Practising is currently the furthest thing on my mind. I did apply and get accepted to do my LLB this year but I decided to put that on hold because I’m not in a place where I can commit to that right now. I also didn’t enjoy the university experience. I’ll revisit it in the future but for now, strictly album mode.”

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Ricky Rick congratulates Major League DJz on their achievement

Ricky Rick congratulates Major League DJz on their achievement

Ricky Rick congratulates Major League DJz on their achievement

Riky Rick has taken to his social media to praise the hottest DJ in town, Major League DJz. The star shared some of the beautiful moments the duo had during their performance in Amsterdam. Major League DJz have been making huge moves outside South Africa, by promoting the indigenous sound, Amapiano.

Ricky Rick congratulates Major League DJz on their achievement

From Africa to Europe, they promise to make the genre go global.

Riky stated that 5years ago, they came to Amsterdam and the DJz promised they will come back to play at the same venue and he is excited that they were able to put everything together to make it work.

Ricky Rick congratulates Major League DJz on their achievement

He said: “5 years ago we came to amsterdam and @majorleaguedjz promised me next time they come back they will play at this venue. Its hard to describe the feeling of experiencing the youngers complete the vision after so much pain and struggle. All the sacrifice and disappointments. God is showing us he is alive. Well done boys. Keep Running. YOU ARE PROTECTED BY THE BLOOD OF CHRIST??

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Why these Actors were fired from The Queen

Why these Actors were fired from The Queen

Why these Actors were fired from The Queen.

Mzansi Magic’s hit telenovela The Queen has experienced its fair share of actors leaving the show. Shona and Connie Ferguson, who produced the show, explained the high turnover saying that it is the nature of the industry. Characters come and go as telenovelas continuously reinvent the storyline.

However, sometimes the actors do not leave the show of their own accord. Below are some of the actors who were fired from The Queen.

Dineo Langa

Why these Actors were fired from The Queen

Actress and television presenter Dineo Langa who had been with the show since its first episode in 2016 was fired from The Queen after she allegedly asked for some time off to shoot another movie. Instead, she received a stern email from the producers telling her to not return to work after the lockdown.

Dineo who used to play the role of Kea Khoza later confirmed that she was fired from the telenovela. She revealed this in an Instagram post after a fan asked her about leaving The Queen. In the post, Dineo said,

“Ang’buyi mina ngaxoshwa (I am not coming back, I was fired)”.

Replying to another user she said: “My character was removed from the show. The character will be dying soon soon.”

Rami Chuene

Veteran actress Rami Chuene was also killed off from the hit television show after her relationship with the Fergusons deteriorated when she allegedly sided with fellow actress Vatiswa Ndaba. This is after the seasoned actress, wrote an open letter to sports, arts and culture minister Nathi Mthethwa, last year, highlighting her experiences working for the Fergusons. The letter was highly critical of the Fergusons.

Why these Actors were fired from The Queen

Chuene played the role of Gracious “T-Gom” Mabuza, a fiery, religious and gun-toting woman, who was wildly popular with the fans.

Confirming her exit from the show, Rami Chuene wrote,

“Yes, TGOM’s stint on #TheQueenMzansi has come to an end. Unfortunately, I won’t be getting into details as advised by my legal team. I still have to finish shooting and I’m hoping to execute as excellently, exceptionally and professionally as I always have. #TGOMNATION forever”.

Mlamli Mangcala

Actor Mlamli Mangcala who played the role of Captain Sthembiso Radebe on The Queen also left the show after making allegations of lies and deception. Mangcala claimed that he was being exploited by the Fergusons whom he alleged basically made him pay for him to appear on television.

Why these Actors were fired from The Queen

According to Mangcala, he had to cover his own travel and accommodation costs when travelling from Cape Town to Johannesburg to shoot. He also said that he never got the salary that he was promised as he would only get an increment of R100 when he negotiated his contract.

Sello Maake ka Ncube

Veteran actor Sello Maake ka Ncube who used to play the role of Kgosi also left The Queen under a cloud. However, ka Ncube did not give any details as to what had transpired to make him leave the show and instead said that the Fergusons were the only ones who could reveal the fuzzy details behind his exit from the show.

Why these Actors were fired from The Queen

Sello Maake Ka Ncube stated the following:

“The Fergusons can only be the one’s who will reveal the sketchy details surrounding my exit on the show. However, I can confirm that, there was something that went wrong between us but they are best suited in letting the public know of what the reasons were.”

The actor, however, expressed his support for Rami Chuene when she was fired from The Queen

Marah Louw

Seasoned television actress Marah Louw who played the role of Sis Boi on the Mzansi Magic show was also fired by the Fergusons after she apparently refused to shoot a scene which was too traumatic for her. Said Marah

“I refused because the storyline resembled an incident that is in my book. I told them that I was not going to re-enact my life in a soapie. I refused because it is the kind of incident that I would not want to go through again, let alone talking about it. I told them that they got the story from my book and there is a copyright issue involved. They asked another actress to act in the episode, which still hurt me.”

Louw also revealed that she was offered a per-call contract on the popular soapie which she found “insulting and disrespectful” considering her decades of experience in the industry.

Shona Ferguson later claimed that Marah was not fired from the show but was in and out of contract. A furious Marah punched back and shared a letter which proved that she had been fired by Ferguson Films.

So there you have it, five actors fired from The Queen and the reasons why.

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Khanyi Mbau representing Mzansi well in Dubai – Photos

Khanyi Mbau representing Mzansi well in Dubai – Photos

Khanyi Mbau representing Mzansi well in Dubai – Photos

Khanyi Mbau is having a time of her life in Dubai. The stunner has been praised on social media for representing the country well in the United Arab Emirates.

The reality TV star has been serving Mzansi hot looks since she went back to the country to reunite with her man, Kudzai Mushonga. The media personality has been posting cute snaps of herself with Kudzai dressed to the nines.

Khanyi Mbau representing Mzansi well in Dubai – Photos

Just recently, Khanyi looked like a queen at an event she attended in the country. She rocked a stunning evening dress. She took to Instagram to post the gorgeous snaps of herself with her boo. She captioned one of the pics with Kudzai:

Khanyi Mbau representing Mzansi well in Dubai – Photos

“A night at the opera. #Onenightwithmzansi”

Khanyi Mbau also posted a pic of herself alone posing for pics in her exquisite outfit. She captioned it:

“#Onenightwithmzansi catch it tonight on @1magictv 9pm CAT.”

Khanyi’s followers took to her comment section to praise her for slaying all her looks in Dubai. Check out some of the comments below:

puleseshemane said:

“You guys are fighting with us, it’s okay, we deserve it.”
zahmaz_makeupandbeauty wrote:

“That is an exquisite dress!”
ellysuperfly commented:

“Perfect couple goals.”
funekan2 said:

“I love the dress, wow.”
gorgeous_khanyi wrote:

“You are representing girl.”
thabang4real commented:

“Queen of Dubai.”
boosiem18 added:

“Dubai lifestyle suits, yoh mntase.”

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Simphiwe ‘Simz’ Ngema keeps on winning

Simphiwe ‘Simz’ Ngema keeps on winning

Simphiwe ‘Simz’ Ngema keeps on winning

Simphiwe Ngema keeps winning! Just last week she released a song with Dan Lu which she said was her first international hit. Then She revealed in her stories that her own single is almost ready. She said it would be titled ‘I love me more.

Simphiwe ‘Simz’ Ngema keeps on winning

By the title of the song, we know that the song is going to be about her self-love journey, dealing with the loss of her husband, and the breakup of her recent baby daddy Tino Chinyani.

Simphiwe ‘Simz’ Ngema keeps on winning

She said she was shooting artwork for the weekend. She shared some of her ideas. She also asked her fans to share their ideas on an image that she can do for ‘Quing Simz’. Which is her alter ego that she uses to perform and produce music. She said she wants it to be completely different from Simphiwe Ngema, we know Simphiwe Ngema is quiet and reserved so Just like Beyoncés alter ego Sasha fierce, Simz wants something with colour and drama and different to herself. We cannot wait to see what she comes up with. If anyone deserves this it’s her.

Simphiwe ‘Simz’ Ngema keeps on winning

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Actress Innocent Sadiki celebrates her daughter’s 3rd birthday

Actress Innocent Sadiki celebrates her daughter’s 3rd birthday

Actress Innocent Sadiki celebrates her daughter’s 3rd birthday

Skeen Saam star Innocent Sadiki recently took to Instagram to celebrate her baby girl named Ntombana as she turned 3 years old yesterday.

The actress welcomed her little girl in October 2018, she said it still feels surreal.

“20.10.2018 I PUSHED a baby out still can’t believe I did it. Something special happened 3years ago that I can’t put into words. Myself and my husband are extremely blessed.”

Actress Innocent Sadiki celebrates her daughter’s 3rd birthday

Wishing her baby girl a happy birthday, she said she brought so much joy to their lives. She wrote: “@ntombanasadiki Ntombana is a DREAM COME TRUE! I couldn’t have asked for a better baby. Happy birthday my baby. I love you so so much. You have brought us so much joy. I thank the Lord for you, my baby.”

Her twin sister Millicent Mashile also took to her Instagram to celebrate baby Ntombana. “You have brought sunshine to our lives. @innosadiki thank you for allowing me to mother her alongside you. Soon she will meet the sister whom she’s been kissing, hugging & dancing on…Happy 3rd Birthday,” she wrote.

Millicent is also expecting a baby girl. She shared the good news a few weeks ago saying: “6 months ago God put a big smile on my face. We are happy to announce that we are expecting our 3rd bundle of blessings. I feel so blessed, to God be the Glory.”

Millicent has twin boys, speaking at her gender reveal, she said she was looking forward to any gender.

“Honestly I didn’t create any expectations. Because I really wanted the moment to be real. Whether it’s a boy or a girl, I wanted to be equally happy because a baby is a blessing.”

She thanked her husband and her sister Innocent for making her gender reveal special for her, “I enjoyed my gender reveal. I enjoyed my day. It just feels like I literally just found out that I’m pregnant. And my sister made it so special. I’m so happy that my husband is happy. Honestly, I just feel like when you have two boys, you must have a girl. So they had that thing and I didn’t really like it. So for me guys, it was like, even if I had the third boy I’d be okay.”

A few days ago, Millicent announced the passing of her mother-in-law. She said her kids were obsessed with their grandmother and it was hard for her to break the news to them.

She wrote: “Nothing could have prepared me for your loss… I saw & felt your motherly love. Thank you for welcoming me into your home 11years ago, you took me in as daughter in love, not in law. I always said you & the boys defined what love between a grandma & grandkids is.”

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Sibongile Mani maintains her innocence; says she is not guilty of theft

Sibongile Mani maintains her innocence; says she is not guilty of theft

Sibongile Mani maintains her innocence; says she is not guilty of theft

The Walter Sisulu University (WSU) student accused of stealing R14 million of NSFAS money maintained her innocence, despite admitting to the court that she blew R820 000 at 48 merchants in 73 days, after having picked up the error.

Sibongile Mani stands accused of theft for spending a portion of the millions credited into her student account on 1 June 2017.

The then accounting student was due to receive her monthly R1 400 food allowance, but because of what was described in court as a “ridiculous and absurd technical glitch”, R14 million was credited to her account.

The State charges that Mani failed to report the error and embarked on a spending spree.

According to the State, between 1 June, when the money landed in her account, until 13 August, when NSFAS uncovered the error, she had spent an average of R11 000 per day.

The money was transferred by Cape Town-based company Intellimali, which was contracted by WSU to disburse funds to its students.

On Tuesday, the State prosecutor in the four-year trial, advocate Luthando Makoyi, said Mani had admitted to many aspects of the indictment.

During closing arguments, Makoyi told the magistrate, Twanet Olivier, that Mani admitted she spent the money at 48 merchants in the Eastern Cape, Johannesburg, and Pretoria.

Makoyi added that Mani should be convicted of theft, saying she knew the money was not hers, but spent it.

He told Olivier that Mani admitted her student card was eventually blocked when the error was noticed.

Answering questions outside court, Mani told journalists:
The case is not about how the credit was spent. It’s about theft, and we are arguing against [the] theft charge. I am not guilty of theft.

Mani’s lawyer, Asanda Pakade, argued in court that there was no intention on his client’s part to acquire R14 million, nor to permanently deprive NSFAS of its property intentionally. Therefore, there was no theft.

Pakade submitted an application for Mani to be discharged at the conclusion of the State’s case, saying it had failed to prove beyond reasonable doubt that she stole the cash.

Olivier dismissed Pakade’s application.

Pakade said Mani signed a loan agreement with NSFAS to receive a monthly allowance of R1 400 and had no expectation of R14 million.

He said:
There was a mutual agreement between Mani and NSFAS. She never breached systems or made misrepresentation. The R14 million transfer was an error on the side of NSFAS.

Pakade said that, when she noticed the erroneous transfer, Mani reported the incident to NSFAS and Walter Sisulu University.

Pakade said this behaviour was not consistent with theft and, therefore, Mani could not be convicted.

But Makoyi argued:
If you receive money, you are not entitled to spend it, knowing that you’re not meant to receive it, you are guilty of theft.

Makoyi said the fact that Mani admitted she reported the erroneous transfer was an admission that she knew she was not entitled to the money she spent.

Pakade responded that there was a pre-existing agreement between Mani and NSFAS – and that the entity expected her to repay whatever amount she used upon finishing her studies and securing employment.

He added that Mani’s case had unique features, which set it apart from other theft cases.

Pakade told Olivier:
The entire evidence that was placed before you [by the State] is nothing short of evidence that seeks to invoke the feelings of the court by telling you how the money was spent – which is not the issue. The issue is whether the accused committed theft, intentionally stole from NSFAS.

Responding to the dismissed application outside the court, Pakade said: “It’s just a temporary inconvenience. We are still very much optimistic about our case, very much confident. When we return, we know that we will put this matter to bed.

“We still believe the State doesn’t have any case against our client. When we come back, rest assured that we will get an acquittal.”

Intellimali director Roy Jackson had testified in court that the erroneous transfer was believed to have been caused by a technical glitch.

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This is why Minnie Dlamini wants a Baby Girl so badly

This is why Minnie Dlamini wants a Baby Girl so badly

This is why Minnie Dlamini wants a Baby Girl so badly

Minnie Dlamini is a proud mother to baby Makhosini Netha Jones who is a boy but she has hinted that a baby girl would be another great gift. Whilst doing her ambassadorial work for Ipanema South Africa, Minnie got to spend some time with cute baby girls, which gave her the idea that a baby girl wouldn’t be a bad idea.

“Ok but a baby girl would be epic!!!!! Just saying lol,” said Minnie who added that her shoes are perfect for mommy and daughter in the summer season.
When announcing that Mrs. Jones has joined their stable, Ipanema said their vegan sandals, adapt to just any environment. Minnie gave the company a thumbs up for their comfortable shoes.

This is why Minnie Dlamini wants a Baby Girl so badly

“A brand that encompasses the summer beach girl that I am truly feels like home. Sustainability and social responsibility has always been very important to me. Working with a brand that is a 100% recyclable Vegan, committed to preserving the beauty of this planet and keeping every woman looking fashionable with technology that gives us lasting comfort. What more can one ask for?
Minnie is currently in Durban, because which other city is best to enjoy summer in? “I’ve been living in Durban for almost a month now working looooong hours and to say I’m exhausted would be an understatement. However this is the longest period I’ve stayed in my home province since I left when I was 18 and I feel like my spirit is realigned. There’s something about this place that makes me a better human. This place is love,” she gushed.

Minnie caught some smoke on social media when she advertised for another skin care product when she has her very own, MD Skin. She said she had been using the product ever since she got pregnant which left fans very confused because why would she not use her own brand.

This is why Minnie Dlamini wants a Baby Girl so badly

Minnie recently promoted the Dermal Health skin products and said, “I’ve been working really long hours shooting and my skin usually takes a knock especially wearing make up everyday. I’ve been using @dermal_health since I was pregnant and I haven’t looked back since. My skin has never looked better,” she said.

“I’m OBSESSED!!! Not a single blemish or breakout and my skin is super sensitive. Here’s to keeping my money maker looking young and fresh.”

Users were not impressed:

@vuyelwa1212 said, “You now use that? Whilst we have MD skin fully stocked?” Other followers agree, with @asathipeter saying, “a true explanation that what she says about her own product is not true, as a result she is using something else.”

@thabang4real says they are being scammed. @dlaminiprincess.z asked her if she does not have her own skin care brand and why is she promoting others. Trying to make sense of this all was thenjiwv who said the product is in competition with other products so using Minnie would possibly win other people over.

“This product is competing with other like products. Minenhle’s line is not in the league of those products, getting to the league takes time, dermatological research etc. Even Unilever opted to buy Dermalogica than start their own product from scratch.

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Kamo Mphela reacts to claims of being jealous of Uncle Waffles over Drake

Kamo Mphela reacts to claims of being jealous of Uncle Waffles over Drake

Kamo Mphela reacts to claims of being jealous of Uncle Waffles over Drake

Kamo Mphela shuts down claims of being jealous of DJ Uncle Waffles who got followed on Instagram by Drake.

Few days ago, the DJ who is currently making waves in the industry got followed by the Canadian -born star and it made headlines.

Knowing how much Kamo idolizes and likes Drake, some netizens decide to taunt her over the issue.

Kamo Mphela reacts to claims of being jealous of Uncle Waffles over Drake

“i’m sure wherever Kamo Mphela is she’s struggling to breathe,” said a tweep.

Kamo got irritated by the tweeps claim, as another further said the follow from the rapper ought to be secured by her and not DJ Waffles.