Simphiwe Dana defends Somizi after he loses he’s cool with journalists

Musician Simphiwe Dana has defended Somizi Mhlongo-Motaung for putting journalists on blast.

It all started when Julia Madibogo of City Press approached the “Idols SA” judge for comment on allegations that he was divorcing his husband, Mohale Motaung-Mhlongo.

Responding via text to the request for comment, Somizi said: “Please make my year and write the story as I will sue the living hell out of you and your publication for this crap you are asking me….get your facts right or go join Sunday World”.

He then took a screengrab of the text and posted it on his Instagram account saying “So @city_press has become a tabloid…okay…two can play that game…”, he then went on to ask his followers to dial the journalist’s number.

Somizi also took aim at an editor at Sunday World, Kabelo Khumalo.

The “Somizi and Mohale: The Union“ star was approached for comment after allegations that production on his cooking show, ”Dinner at Somizi’s“, has been put on hold amidst legal proceedings instituted by Hastings Moeng.

Taking to Twitter, Simphiwe said that she felt Somizi was not wrong in his response.

“I don’t think Somizi is wrong. There are boundaries. Respect them. Us being public figures doesn’t create grounds for uba wena usiqhele. Otherwise write your story ungasifaki”, she tweeted.

I don’t think Somizi is wrong. There are boundaries. Respect them. Us being public figures doesn’t create grounds for uba wena usiqhele. Otherwise write your story ungasifaki

When a tweep asked Simphiwe if she had seen that Somizi referred to a journalist as an“‘abortion survivor”, she suggested that it was done so within reason.

“I didn’t see this one. And it’s completely out of line. It would be good to know what led to it”, she replied.

I didn’t see this one. And it’s completely out of line. It would be good to know what led to it.

I don’t think Somizi is wrong. There are boundaries. Respect them. Us being public figures doesn’t create grounds for uba wena usiqhele. Otherwise write your story ungasifaki pic.twitter.com/x7SiYCsoDf

— #BamakoIsHere (@simphiwedana) January 18, 2021

did you see this one sisi? ?https://t.co/r8tbGLPPpp

— MaChamane (@yayasc) January 18, 2021

Simphiwe Dana warns Mzansi of a dictatorship govt

Award-winning musician Simphiwe Dana has expressed her concern that South African leaders are taking an “‘authoritarian tone” with the nation, warning that it may be the early signs of a dictatorship.

Dana, like many others across the globe, has been watching politicians speak over the last few weeks on the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown restrictions.

After Julius Malema’s fiery address to the nation on Thursday, Simphiwe took to Twitter to share her worry that leaders are becoming more and more authoritarian.

“I’m getting increasingly concerned with the authoritarian tone our leaders are taking with us. And the authoritarian ways they’re adopting. These are the early signs of a dictatorship. I’m saying this because we pride ourselves in the way SA governs,” she tweeted.

She added her concern that soon “men with big guns” may show up at our door if we disagree with our leaders.

“I worry that soon we won’t be able to disagree with our leadership without men with big guns showing up on our doorsteps and our own people cheering them on. I hope to God I’m wrong. This pandemic is exposing a lot of ish.”

I worry that soon we won’t be able to disagree with our leadership without men with big guns showing up on our doorsteps and our own people cheering them on. I hope to God I’m wrong. This pandemic is exposing a lot of ish

— #BamakoIsHere (@simphiwedana) January 15, 2021

When a Twitter user said president Cyril Ramaphosa was an example of what Simphiwe was talking about, she included Malema and police minister Bheki Cele.

Also, the fact that they, as leaders, didn't have to sacrifice their salaries during this pandemic and they are still enjoying their benefits while people have lost incomes. Their kids at private schools, not affacted.

— Hopewell Mpapu (@myemancipation) January 15, 2021

The Masibambaneni hitmaker had earlier applauded the government for enforcing the alcohol ban but also called for a ban on gender-based violence.

“Our police minister arrested 20 000 people in two weeks for drinking during an alcohol ban. This is commendable as y’all should not be breaking laws. How I wish this was 20 000 arrested during a GBV ban, in two weeks.”

Simphiwe Dana’s father has died

Simphiwe Dana Announces The Passing Of Her Father. Most of us thought now that the dreadful year of 2020 is over, we might just get a break but it appears that we all thought very wrong.

Yet another celebrity has lost a parent in the few days that have been 2021, and we are considering this year be cancelled as well. Award-winning songstress Simphiwe Dana took to Twitter to announce that her father has just passed away in the early hours of this morning, and she needs time to let the sad truth sink in.

My father passed on early hours of this morning. I need time to process” Simphiwe wrote.

My father passed on early hours of this morning. I need time to process.

— #BamakoIsHere (@simphiwedana) January 7, 2021

Dana recently got engaged to her fiancee Pumeza Matshikiza but unfortunately the happy moment has been met with great sadness and we would like to offer our condolences to Simphiwe and her loved ones.

My father passed on early hours of this morning. I need time to process.

— #BamakoIsHere (@simphiwedana) January 7, 2021

Simphiwe Dana’s father has died

Simphiwe Dana Announces The Passing Of Her Father. Most of us thought now that the dreadful year of 2020 is over, we might just get a break but it appears that we all thought very wrong.

Yet another celebrity has lost a parent in the few days that have been 2021, and we are considering this year be cancelled as well. Award winning songstress Simphiwe Dana took to twitter to announce that her father has just passed away in the early hours of this morning, and she needs time to let the sad truth sink in

“My father passed on early hours of this morning. I need time to process” Simphiwe wrote.

Dana recently got engaged to her fiancee Pumeza Matshikiza but unfortunately the happy moment has been met with great sadness and we would like to offer our condolences to Simphiwe and her loved ones.

My father passed on early hours of this morning. I need time to process.

— #BamakoIsHere (@simphiwedana) January 7, 2021

Pics: Simphiwe Dana And Her Lesbian Lover Get Engaged

Award-winning musician Simphiwe Dana and her girlfriend Pumeza Matshikiza have decided to put a ring on it.

The musician recently found love in the arms of the opera singer and it seems she is head over heels. Taking to her Twitter account, Simphiwe posted a series of pictures showing off how happy they are and revealing that they are now engaged and we are here for their engagement!

Simphiwe posted a snap of their hands which showed off their sizzling engagement rings. The lovebirds got engaged this past December. Her fans congratulated them and they said they are ready to get her wedding outfits and Simohiwe said they must get them because her girlfriend wants a big wedding.

In November 2020, Simphiwe left fans shooketh to the core when she dropped a bombshell that she is a gay woman. The Bomako hitmaker said she has been keeping this a secret for far too long and felt it was about time to come out of the closet. “I’ve been holding this in since forever. I’m gay,” she revealed.

It is no secret that being gay comes with its own stigma and homophobic people are sometimes quick to judge homosexuals. Simphiwe tweeted that she was aware that she might get blocked. After a lot of thinking, she finally realized that she is much happier with the secret out.

“I know coming out means Africa will block me. But, after a lot of thinking, I’m ok with it. I’m marrying a woman, and I’ve never been happier,” she said, revealing the woman who has captured her heart. Simphiwe posted a picture of her girlfriend and said she is marrying her.

Another one of our faves who recently came out is Generations The Legacy star Letoya Makhene. The actress recently tied the knot with the love of her life Lebohang Pulumo.

Their lavish traditional wedding took place at Moletsane Sports Complex and it was attended by those who are close to them. The festivities kicked off at Letoya’s home in Soweto where they held a ceremony in preparation for the traditional wedding for their ancestors to bless the union.

The lovebirds who are going strong, recently got engaged after a romantic hot air balloon ride. As soon as they landed there was a banner on the ground written “Will you marry me.” The couple has had a fair share of homophobia since they went public with their love.

Congratulations Simphiwe and Pumeza.

Pics: Songstress Simphiwe Dana Finally Shows Off Her Lesbian Girlfriend

After coming out as gay recently, talented singer Simphiwe Dana finally took to social media to show off her bae. The woman in question is Pumeza Matshikiza who is an opera singer.

She is signed to Decca Classics Records. Her debut album ‘Voice of Hope’ was released in 2014. Her second album ‘Arias’ was released in May 2016. She studied at the University of Cape Town and the Royal College of Music.

She is 41 years old and hails for the Eastern Cape. The Bomako hitmaker amazed legion of her fans when she revealed that she is a gay woman and that she has been keeping this a secret for far too long. “I’ve been holding this in since forever. I’m gay,” she revealed.

Aware of the stigma that still plagues the African community, she tweeted that she is aware that she might get blocked. After a lot of thinking, she finally realised that she is much happier with the secret out.

“I know coming out means Africa will block me. But, after a lot of thinking, I’m ok with it. I’m marrying a woman, and I’ve never been happier,” she said, revealing the woman who has captured her heart.

Simphiwe Dana Finally Shows Off Her Lesbian Girlfriend

After coming out as gay recently, talented singer Simphiwe Dana finally took to social media to show off her bae. The woman in question is Pumeza Matshikiza who is an opera singer.

She is signed to Decca Classics Records. Her debut album ‘Voice of Hope’ was released in 2014. Her second album ‘Arias’ was released in May 2016. She studied at the University of Cape Town and the Royal College of Music.

She is 41 years old and hails for the Eastern Cape. The Bomako hitmaker amazed legion of her fans when she revealed that she is a gay woman and that she has been keeping this a secret for far too long. “I’ve been holding this in since forever. I’m gay,” she revealed.

Aware of the stigma that still plagues the African community, she tweeted that she is aware that she might get blocked. After a lot of thinking, she finally realised that she is much happier with the secret out.

I know coming out means Africa will block me. But, after a lot of thinking, I’m ok with it. I’m marrying a woman, and I’ve never been happier,” she said, revealing the woman who has captured her heart.

Songstress Simphiwe Dana slams Nathi Mthethwa for failing artists

Vocalist Simphiwe Dana didn’t mince her words this week when she pointed a stacked firearm at Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa for “falling flat” craftsmen since the Covid-19 pandemic hit South Africa.

Simphiwe took to Twitter on Sunday to get down on the priest after she uncovered that, because of a couple of ongoing gigs, she was at long last ready to take care of her tabs, without assistance from the clergyman and his specialization.

Without precedent for some time, I can cover tabs. You don’t have the foggiest idea what it intends to me. South Africa, improve by your specialists! This is so humiliating,” Simphiwe tweeted.

I’m stating this since I’ve not had the option to cover my tabs. I comprehend I’m a higher level craftsman! I’m simply frightened for the ones! Furthermore, Whether they’re alright. I believe I’m conversing with my administration now and requesting them to be kinder to us. We work, we don’t merit this!

The songstress, who recognized herself as a “higher level craftsman”, clarified that her tirade was roused by the battles she persevered through this year.

Simphiwe said she was getting down on government since she felt it had “corrupted” her notwithstanding the quality music she has delivered during a lifelong that traverses over 15 years.

“The way that I’m an entire IT craftsman and general scholar and you spoil me like this. After all the quality music I’ve given you.”

The way that I’m an entire IT craftsman and general scholar and you spoil me like this. After all the quality music I’ve given you.

The songstress additionally got down on the pastor’s “futile representative”, whom she stated, “just despises everybody”.

A then he got that pointless representative who just loathes everybody. I actually adored him through it all. I’m currently done! I trust he realizes that even this activity is a demonstration of affection!

This isn’t the first run through the artist has had solid words for the division.

In May this year during lockdown level 5, Simphiwe took to Twitter to draw in with the division, saying she was at this point to get a reaction to her application for help as a craftsman, 70 days after her underlying application.

“It’s been more than 70 days since lockdown, I haven’t gotten a reaction to my Covid-19 proposition. Might you be able to refresh us on what the hold up is?” she asked at that point.

Their association finished genially after the priest answered to her tweets and vowed to make sure that the honor winning hitmaker got help.

Simphiwe Dana Says Masechaba Ndlovu is Useless?

Simphiwe Dana has slammed the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa saying he is useless as a minister. This as artists have been struggling to make ends meet ever since lockdown has started. She also took aim at his spokesperson Masechaba Ndlovu saying she too is useless.

When lockdown started, Nathi convened a sector meeting with the entertainers and they discussed issues they could possibly face as a result of the lockdown.

Minister Nathi announced that he would be allocating R150 million to the sector to provide much-needed relief. Since events were postponed, they will create programs such as live streams, to make sure that artists entertain their legions of fans during the lockdown period.

Many artists applied for the COVID-19 relief fund but many were not approved and were forced to find other means to survive.

Simphiwe Dana has never shied away from expressing her views on social media and making people catch the heat. This time Nathi and his spokeswoman were on the firing line and Dana gave it to them straight.

“I’m finally understanding we have a useless minister of arts and culture! I tried, because I love him, and I love you! But I owe you the truth. I know what this means for me in government. I still wish they will be kind.”

Simphiwe, as the breadwinner said she can now finally pay for her bills after suffering months of not being able to organise gigs.

“For the first time in a while, I can pay for bills. You don’t know what it means to me. South Africa do better by your artists! This is so embarrassing.

“I’m saying this because I’ve not been able to pay my bills. I understand I’m a higher tier artist! I’m just scared for the ones! And Whether they’re ok. I think I’m talking to my government at this point and asking for them to be kinder to us. We work, we don’t deserve this!”

“And then he got that useless spokesperson who just hates everyone. And I still loved him through it all. I’m now done! I hope he knows that even this action is an act of love!”

Veteran actress Linda Sebezo shocked many when she revealed that she had to survive off of her mother’s pension money for bread.

“I just received an email that my application to the Basa relief fund has been declined because they have reached capacity. I ask again, sizolithaphi ke usizo?…I have to rely on my mother’s pension to put food on the table, such a sad reality,” she said in a Facebook post

“On the other hand I had to pay fees for my daughter who attends a private institution and I didn’t have money to pay for her then.

“I work hard every month to raise R40 000 to pay my bond, car, and school fees. All of a sudden everything got stuck. My heart was very heavy when I saw my mom buying bread for us,” she opened up.

Simphiwe Dana’s Fiancé Goes Skinny Dipping – Photo

Simphiwe Dana recently came out as being in love with a woman, and not just that. But that the woman is coming to live with her and that they were set to get married.

The news did not shake the country, nor did she experience as much backlash for her revelation as we believe she thought she was going to experience too. In the past, coming out was scary and threatened to end your career. This is the generation that the legendary musician comes from. However, by the time that the “Bamako” musician came out, the country already had female examples like Brenda Fassie and Thandiswa Mazwai that showcased in lived experience what s.e.xual fluidity and being queer is.

So this might be the reason that even when Simphiwe posted the latest image of her fiancé, she was met with messages of appreciation and acceptance. Or the reason for the warm reception could be because tweeps know that the musician is always ready to fire back. However, in the latest post, we get to see the unnamed woman that has capture Simphiwe’s heart taking a young skinny dip in the family pool. Of course, Simphiwe managed to keep it PG, but the real question is what her situation behind the lens was?

Love is…. pic.twitter.com/5oejspvsLu

— #BamakoIsHere (@simphiwedana) November 13, 2020