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Celebrity sangoma Gogo Manzini dies in her sleep
Tyra Sindane, popularly known as Gogo Manzini, has died.
The famous sangoma reportedly died at her home in Sandton on Thursday.
Her family has asked for privacy and respect to navigate the difficult time.
Celebrity traditional healer, transgender activist and businessperson Tyra Sindane, popularly known as Gogo Manzini, has died after a short illness.
A family member confirmed to City Press on Friday that the sangoma died on Thursday afternoon in her sleep at home.
The relative said she had a short undisclosed illness.
'It was just a short thing. In the morning when we wake up, you are okay. In the afternoon you are no more,' said the family member.
A statement was also posted on Sindane's Instagram page to confirm the devastating news.
Tyra was a cherished friend, colleague, family member, public figure and mom, whose presence touched the lives of many. Tyra will be remembered for her passion for healing others, unwavering kindness, dedication to her community, and the joy she brought to everyone around her.
The family asked for privacy and respect as they mourn their loved one.
'Further information, including memorial details, will be shared in due course. We extend our deepest condolences to all who knew and loved Trya.'
'Rest in peace, love,' wrote her husband, Brian Sindane, on Instagram.
Following her newly bought body and face, the sangoma and her husband were out and about enjoying industry events.
Speaking to City Press early this year, Sindane happily shared that she had undergone multiple surgeries in Turkey in January, including a Brazilian butt lift, tummy tuck, fox eyes, liposuction, breast augmentation, and nose jobs.
She shared that her husband supported her through the journey and the procedures, including their stay in Turkey which cost about R600 000.
The bubbly Sindane, who had also undergone skin-lightening, shared then that keeping her skin light was costly because of the weekly drips and skin products.
She said her dream was to look like a Korean woman and she was preparing to undergo more surgeries next year.
Last month, Sindane's team, friends and family celebrated her in a luxurious soiree party in Sandton on her birthday.
She always kept her age a secret, saying that she did not want people to know how old she was.
