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News24
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Celebrity sangoma, Gogo Manzini funeral details have been released
Tributes continue to pour in for beloved celebrity sangoma and transgender activist Gogo Manzini, whose real name was Tyra Sindane. Manzini passed away last Thursday afternoon following a short illness, according to a statement released by her family. Read more | 'Her presence touched the lives of so many' – Gogo Manzini passes away The Sindane family had asked to be given privacy and promised that details surrounding her memorial and funeral service for those who'd like to attend would be communicated in due course. Today they have confirmed her funeral details on Gogo Manzini's official Instagram account. On Saturday, June 14, traditional healers (sangomas) are to hold a ceremony of the spiritual guides (umgidi wezangoma) all night in honour of the late Gogo Manzini according to the post. And on Sunday, June 15, is her funeral service that will be held in Benoni, Gauteng province from 8 AM until 10 AM, and Gogo Manzini will be laid to rest at Secunda Cemetery. 'Dress code for Sunday is strictly all white,' the caption to the post reads. View this post on Instagram A post shared by I am Gogo Manzini (@i_am_gogo_manzini)
News24
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News24
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.
Washington Post
28-05-2025
- General
- Washington Post
Dealer gets 19 years in prison for providing drugs that killed prominent NYC transgender activist
NEW YORK — A New York City drug dealer who admitted providing the fentanyl-laced heroin that killed a prominent transgender activist was sentenced Tuesday to 19 years in federal prison, prosecutors said. Michael Kuilan, 45, of Brooklyn, was also ordered to pay $24,482 in restitution and forfeit $30,000 and a seized firearm.
