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WATCH: Reality TV takes a spicy turn as Babes Wodumo drops ‘Wena Wodumo’ teaser

Join Babes Wodumo as she opens the doors to her world in the upcoming reality show, 'Wena Wodumo'. With an explosive trailer that hints at life's raw moments and unexpected revelations, this is a series you won’t want to miss.

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Lutho Pasiya|Published

Babes Wodumo remembers her late husband, Mampintsha: ‘I still choose you’

In a heartfelt Instagram post, gqom singer Babes Wodumo has remembered her late husband, Mampintsha who passed away in December 2022.

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Lutho Pasiya|Published

Outcry over Sizwe Mdlalose and Babes Wodumo’s controversial Westville nativity scene video

The actions of artists Babes Wodumo and Sizwe Mdlalose were met with sharp criticism, particularly from religious leaders who described their behaviour as disrespectful and offensive

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Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Babes Wodumo wears a wedding gown at the Samas to honour Mampintsha

Babes Wodumo turned heads at the Samas in a wedding gown that honoured her late husband, Mampintsha, and thrilled fans with a powerful performance of her hit song, Wololo.

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Ronewa Jessica Mashamba|Published

Tyla, Kabza De Small, and uGatsheni among top winners | South African Music Awards 2024

The musical segment of the SAMAs was a vibrant celebration of South African music, taking audiences on a nostalgic journey through diverse genres—from pop and gospel to hip hop and the ever-popular amapiano.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Minnie Dlamini ‘Intombi YomZulu’ returns to SABC 1 as the host of SAMAs

The awards ceremony will take place at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand and be broadcast live on SABC 1, where Dlamini’s entertainment career began, presenting Live Amp.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Babes Wodumo and Makhadzi end long-standing feud over Mampintsha

The two singers were at war a few years ago after Wodumo accused Makhadzi of ‘chasing after’ her husband.

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Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Man accused of mutilating murder victim on the run

Police were yet to re-arrest a man accused of kidnapping, murdering, mutilating the face of his victim, and burning then throwing the body off a cliff, after he failed to be in the Ntuzuma Magistrate’s Court and his warrant of arrest was authorised.

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Anelisa Kubheka|Published

LOOK: Makhadzi criticised for copying Rihanna with ‘A Miracle Child’ album cover

It’s obvious that Makhadzi got her album cover concept from Rihanna’s ‘Unapologetic’ cover, which was released in 2012

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Warrant of arrest for man accused of mutilating murder victim

A warrant of arrest is to be executed against a man accused of kidnapping, murdering, mutilating the face of his victim, and burning then throwing the body off a cliff, this is after he failed to be in the Ntuzuma Magistrate’s Court on Monday. Sphamandla ‘Spha’ Nethisa is accused of killing Thulasizwe Khayelihle “The Gentleman” Hlophe.

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Anelisa Kubheka|Published

Fans gush over Babes Wodumo’s glow up in recent photo

It seems she's been putting in the work, getting her act together and reclaiming her glow.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Second about-turn by man accused of kidnapping, murdering and mutilating face of victim

A man accused of kidnapping, murdering, mutilating the face of his victim, and burning then throwing the body off a cliff ditched his guilty plea in the Ntuzuma Magistrate’s Court.

Daily News News
Anelisa Kubheka|Published

On this day in history, March 3

More than just dates and boring facts

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Greg Hutson|Published

Fans question Babes Wodumo’s social media etiquette after provocative post

Some eagle-eyed followers were quick to notice what they perceived as a bit too much exposure.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Babes Wodumo relates to Jay-Z calling out the Grammys, remembering her late husband doing the same at the Samas

Sharing a photo of power couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Wodumo drew a comparison to her own relationship with her late husband, Mandla Maphumulo, ‘Mampintsha. ’

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Man accused of mutilating murder victim claims innocence

Thulasizwe Khayelihle “The Gentleman” Hlophe was kidnapped from an Inanda night club and had his face mutilated and burned allegedly by 22-year-old Sphamandla “Spha” Nethisa, who tendered in his not-guilty plea explanation in the Ntuzuma Magistrate’s Court on Friday.

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Anelisa Kubheka|Published

Bail to be revoked after no-show in court

A 22-year-old man alleged to have kidnapped, murdered, mutilated the face of his victim, and burnt him, before throwing his body off a cliff will have his bail cancelled and forfeited to the State in the Ntuzuma Magistrate’s Court.

Daily News News
Anelisa Kubheka|Published

LOOK: Babes Wodumo celebrates the evolution of Dlala Thukzin in heartfelt Instagram post

Gqom hitmaker Babes Wodumo said that wherever her late husband Mampintsha was, she knew he was proud of Thukzin.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Court date for accused in mutilated man murder trial

Thulasizwe Khayelihle, dubbed “The Gentleman”, was stabbed and killed, his body was taken to Nguzi area near the Mbeka Primary School where his face, neck, and body were mutilated to make it unidentifiable and unrecognisable, then thrown over a cliff.

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Anelisa Kubheka|Published

Babes Wodumo on how she reacted to Mampintsha’s death: ‘I kept looking for cameras, thinking it was all just a prank’

Musician and dancer Babes Wodumo broke down in tears as she opened up about how she responded to Mampintsha’s death.

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iHarare|Published

New charge added in murder case of mutilated man

Sphamandla ‘Spha’ Nethisa is charged with the murder of Thulasizwe Khayelihle ‘The Gentleman’ Hlophe who was allegedly kidnapped, bundled into his Kia Picanto, and taken to Amatata location in Inanda in June last year.

Daily News News
Anelisa Kubheka|Published

WATCH: Fans worried about Babes Wodumo after she breaks down during IG Live

In the Instagram video which has since been shared on other social media platforms, Wodumo can seen in what looks like a studio with his sister Nondumiso and another man.

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iHarare|Published

DJ Tira is keeping his promise to help revive Babes Wodumo’s music career

DJ Tira confirms his eagerness to work with Babes Wodumo.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Kedibone Modise|Published

DJ Tira on his longevity in the industry, having a big heart and being a sucker for talented people

Makoya Berings has a new album coming and it will have something that caters for all of his fans.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published