Anele Mdoda ties the knot with Prince Buza James
She has tied the knot to Prince Bonelela 'Buza' James, a distinguished Xhosa prince, and a successful lawyer.
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In a beautiful, dreamy celebration of love and tradition, popular South African media personality Anele Mdoda exchanged vows with her beloved husband, Bonelela 'Buza' James, a respected prince and attorney from the esteemed AbaThembu royal family.
The wedding ceremony, which took place on April 20, 2025, was a vibrant celebration of Xhosa culture and tradition.
Anele looked stunning in her intricately beaded Xhosa traditional regalia, while Buza matched her elegance in his regal attire.
The ceremony was attended by close family and friends, including notable figures from the entertainment industry such as Nomzamo Mbatha, Connie Ferguson, Zikhona Sodlaka, Basetsana Kumalo along with her husband, Romeo Kumalo, and media personalities Khaya Dlanga, Neo Nontso, and Sizwe Dhlomo.
Congratulatory messages and wishes have poured in from fans and fellow television personalities alike, including celebrities, wishing the two nothing but a happy marriage.
Actress, Zikhona Sodlaka took to her Instagram to post a video of the two joyous love birds.
"He who finds a wife finds a Good Thing and gains Favour from the Lord - Camagu's otherwise," the caption reads.
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