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News24
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Halala! Sho Madjozi welcomes her first child
South African celebrities are embracing the trend of keeping pregnancies and engagements under wraps, only sharing the joyous news once their little ones arrive or their vows are exchanged. Sho Madjozi's recent baby announcement is the latest addition to this exclusive club of skipping traditional bump updates and gender reveals. Read more | From white wedding to quiet joy: Ntando Duma and Una Rams stun fans with baby reveal Award-winning artist Sho Madjozi shocked her followers by announcing that she is a mother. Sho has long been celebrated as a cultural symbol and an inspiration, always boldly representing her Xitsonga culture through her vibrant clothing and energetic songs. Her pregnancy news came after she had been on a music and social media hiatus for months, with many speculations of her working on new music. The John Cena hitmaker shared with her 1.3 million followers in a lovely Instagram post that her dream of becoming a mother is now a reality. "Ya'll go ahead and enjoy Friday without me. My dream to become a mother has finally come true," she posted. View this post on Instagram A post shared by It's Sho time 🪩 (@shomadjozi) The news was accompanied by stunning maternity photos. Congratulatory messages have poured in from all around the entertainment industry and her followers.
The Citizen
12-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
‘A declaration of my love for my wife': Una Rams on release of debut album
Una Rams confirmed his marriage to actress Ntando Duma (now Rambani) in June after lots of speculation. There is probably no better muse for an artist than the person they're closest to, which, most of the time, is their life partner. 'What started off as a collection of songs, soon became a declaration of my love for my wife,' said singer-songwriter Una Rams announcing the release of his debut album, Meet Me At The Altar. Real name Unarine Rambani, Una Rams confirmed his marriage to actress Ntando Duma (now Rambani) in June. Now, ahead of releasing his debut album on Friday, the singer explained how the music on the album is a soundtrack to the fairy tale that is their lives, describing it as a sonic museum. 'A sonic museum, where we could freely express, teach and celebrate our cultures coming together, much like our wedding celebrations would,' said Una Rams. ALSO READ: WATCH: Inside Ntando Duma's magical wedding to Una Rams A labour of love One would think Una Rams has a fully-fledged album; however, the muso has released mixtapes and EPs. His music is a blend of R&B and Afro-tech. He is a Grammy winner; this was through his work on Black Coffee's Grammy Award-winning album, Subconsciously. Rams contributed to the song, Flava. He has worked with the likes of Burna Boy and recent Standard Bank Young Artist Award recipient Muneyi. The song with Muneyi, titled Ndi a Mufuna, was released earlier this year. The song is an ode to Ntando and their love. Una Rams said Meet Me At The Altar is a labour of love. 'It's arguably my best work yet, it's finally done and ready to be yours, so on Friday we'll take the next step with 'priceless possession' until you can finally… meet me at the altar.' ALSO READ: 'My intention was to thank her': Emtee denies cheating with former Big Brother Mzansi contestant 'A reflection of your heart and soul' Una Rams said he had waited his whole life for this moment, stating that working on this project has tested his commitment. He said the commitment to this body of work was also reflective of the vows he made to his wife. 'Countless hours, endless sessions and sleepless nights all as sacrifice to finally make it to this point. working on my debut album became a true test of commitment.' 'Having to go back to work on some of these records, over and over again… something that reflected the life-long decision I was taking… if I could continue to refine and work on this, to me that meant I had what it took to work on myself and our relationship and really do forever.' Ntando commented on the post by gushing over how proud she is of her husband. 'I'm beyond proud of you. This album is a masterpiece, and I'm so grateful to have been on this journey with you,' wrote Ntando. 'Every single song is a reflection of your heart and soul, and I know the world is going to fall in love with it just like I have. 'Can't wait to celebrate with you and see your dreams take flight.' NOW READ: Polygamy, drama and secrets: Married at First Sight's Palesa spills the tea
News24
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Marriage and a golden carriage: Ntando Duma and Una Rams quietly welcome new baby
South African media personality Ntando Duma and her Grammy-winning husband, Una Rams, welcomed a baby girl. The couple's love story began at the Royal Heritage Festival and quickly blossomed into a traditional wedding and now parenthood. In a candid magazine interview, Duma shared how her older daughter, Sbahle, was excited to become a big sister. South Africans have been left gobsmacked after local media personality Ntando Duma and her Grammy-award-winning husband Unarine 'Una Rams' Rambani revealed they had welcomed a new baby. The couple have been on a bombshell-dropping spree, shocking many earlier this year with their beautiful white wedding in June. Speaking to Previdar Weddings, the couple said they first met at the Royal Heritage Festival in Venda. They privately dated and had their traditional wedding in December, months after their chance encounter. While fans were still digesting that news, they are now relishing the arrival of the couple's baby girl, who graced the recent cover of Batswadi Magazine, alongside her family. 'What a blessing it is to welcome a new member to our family, a life we will treasure and cherish forever. She is our love personified, the next chapter in our real-life fairytale…this is what happily ever after feels like,' the couple told Batswadi Magazine. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Batswadi Magazine (@batswadimag) Opening up about the pregnancy, Duma told the publication that she had gotten a positive pregnancy test while planning one of their three wedding celebrations. While this journey was met with love and anticipation, it came with its challenges; the 29-year-old spoke candidly about experiencing nausea, cravings, and fatigue in the earliest stages. The Shaka iLembe star shares a daughter, Sbahle Mzizi, 8, with musician Junior De Rocka. According to Duma, when Sbahle learned she was about to become a big sister, she cried joyfully, expressing excitement for the family's new chapter. Meanwhile, the couple has expressed a desire to keep more of their family life private, only sharing the news of the wedding and pregnancy with their closest friends and family. Fans who have finally been let in on the news have shared various reactions, with many wishing the newlyweds many happy years as a growing family.
News24
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
‘A modern fairytale': TV star Ntando Duma marries Grammy star Una Rams
South African TV star Ntando Duma married musician Una Rams in a stunning white wedding. The couple first met at the Royal Heritage Festival, tying the knot months later at a traditional wedding. Sharing heartfelt gratitude online, they expressed their love and joy while friends and family showered them with celebratory messages and admiration. South African TV personality Ntando Duma is officially part of the wife gang. The TV presenter and actor said 'I do' to Grammy-Award-winning musician Una Rams - real name Unarine Rambani - months ago, leaving fans and friends swooning with stunning celebration snaps. The couple, who spoke to publication Previdar Weddings about their union first met at the Royal Heritage Festival in Venda. They privately dated for months and had their traditional wedding in December, months after their chance encounter. Adorning Zulu attire, the Shaka ILembe star showcased her culture and heritage in an 'isidwaba'—a traditional wraparound skirt with patterns and colours for Zulu women, crafted from a fabric called 'isishweshwe.' She complemented this with a leopard-skinned shawl over her shoulders, known as 'ibhayi,' which symbolised her respect for her in-laws. She topped off the look with a colourful headband adorned with beads. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mrs Ntando Rambani🇿🇦 (@dumantando) For the white wedding, the mom of one wore a princess-style gown created by Miano Designs, which she described in the Previdar Weddings feature as 'a dream, a vision that exceeded expectations.' The all-white wedding, which took place at Suitability Gardens in Walkerville, was truly a sight for sore eyes. Guests showed up in all black, honouring the couple's black-and-white theme. Heading online with photos from the event, which were captured beautifully by photographer Geff Photography, Ntando shared a heartfelt thank you to everyone who came together to make the day happen; she wrote, 'When divine love descends, angels take form in the hearts of those who cherish forever. My forever arrived in the most precious form - my husband, my best friend, my soulmate. We feel blessed to adorn the cover of @previdarweddings Magazine's June 2025 issue, sharing our sacred celebration of God's love with loved ones. Heartfelt gratitude to the dream team who made our day unforgettable.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mrs Ntando Rambani🇿🇦 (@dumantando) The cake, a simple yet elegant four-tiered masterpiece, was created by famous chef Nzuza, who is well known for his work in celebrity circles. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Simphiwe Nzuza (@chefnzuzaofficial) Ntando's almost eight-year-old daughter Sbahle wore a white princess dress which perfectly matched her mommy's. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sbahle Lisakhanya Mzizi🇿🇦 (@sbahlemzizi) Meanwhile, Una also shared a heartfelt post dedicated to his new wife on Instagram. 'My love, we're finally here. The universe conspired in our favour way before our parents even knew our names. Our meeting was random but special, and since then, we've been on a journey that's felt like a modern fairytale,' he wrote. Family and friends have since showered the beautiful couple with well wishes while swooning over snaps of the stunning wedding. Actor Simz Ngema also attended the wedding and wrote, 'The way I cried on this day. One of the most beautiful days I've ever experienced, congratulations again twin.'
News24
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Inside Ntando Duma and Una Rams' exquisite wedding
We're not crying, you are! We finally get a look inside what appears to be one of South Africa's best kept secrets in A-list weddings. Actor and TV personality Ntando Duma is now Mrs Ntando Rambani after marrying her sweetheart, the Grammy Award-winning artist Unarine 'Una Rams' Rambani. The couple shared their long-awaited wedding pictures, showcasing Ntando donned in a beautiful white ball gown by Miano Designs with a sheer top accented by crystals. Una looked as dapper as can be in a white blazer, black trousers and matching bow tie made by Suitability. Suitability Gardens also hosted the wedding at its venue in Gauteng. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nono Events®️ (@nono_events) Of course, the one and only Nono Events took the reigns on putting together the dreamy affair, with Ntando shouting them out in a post, 'We wouldn't have given this 'tender' ... to anyone else but YOU! You brought our vision to life! You are a work of art. Thank YOU!!!' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nono Events®️ (@nono_events) Mzansi first caught wind of their love story in December 2024 when Ntando showed off her engagement ring. Just a month later, Una released the heartfelt single ndi a mufuna, featuring him and Ntando dancing together in wedding attire looking as in love as can be. Ntando's daughter, Sbahle, took to the aisle as the adorable flower girl in a white tulle floor length dress reminiscent of her mother's princess-like wedding gown. The dress code of the day appeared to be black, with guests arriving in black attire matching the minimalist and classic look of the day's décor. Celebrity guests in attendance included Amanda Black and Zanele Potelwa as they took to the stage to serenade the happy couple. Chef Nzuza created the elegant all white wedding cake, which featured the whimsical 'n' and 'u' design that is seen throughout the fairytale wedding décor. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nono Events®️ (@nono_events) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nono Events®️ (@nono_events) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nono Events®️ (@nono_events) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Simphiwe Nzuza (@chefnzuzaofficial)
