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IOL News
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Gogo Manzini's family requests mourners to wear white for her funeral
The family of media personality and sangoma Gogo Manzini, also known as Tyra Sindane, has shared the details of her funeral. Born, Raymond Thabo Sindane, Gogo Manzini will be laid to rest on Sunday, June 15 but on Saturday, June 14, there will be a Umgidi We Zangoma, a prayer gathering where sangomas get together to sing and dance in remembrance, the whole night. The family explained that at 2am her body would be washed and dressed at the morgue and 5am the body will be sent to her home in Sandton for a "goodbye" and then to the farm in Benoni for Umgidi and the funeral on Sunday. Gogo Manzini's funeral will take place in Benoni and she will be laid to rest at Secunda cemetery and mourners have been asked to be dressed in strictly white.
News24
10-06-2025
- 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
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Transgender advocate and celeb traditional healer Gogo Manzini has died
Gogo Manzini, real name Tyra Sindane, has died. According to a statement, she died on Thursday after a short illness. After making headlines for her transformative surgeries earlier this year, she celebrated self-expression and empowered others. Celebrity traditional healer and socialite Gogo Manzini, real name Tyra Sindane, has died. According to a statement shared with News24, Manzini died Thursday, 5 June, after a short illness. 'Tyra was a cherished friend, colleague, family member, public figure and mom whose presence touched the lives of so many,' the statement read. '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.' 'At this time, we ask for privacy and respect as her family and loved ones navigate this incredibly difficult moment.' Further information about Manzini's memorial and funeral service details will be shared 'in due course.' Earlier in the year, Manzini underwent several transformative surgeries, including a Brazilian butt lift, tummy tuck, liposuction, rhinoplasty, fox eye left and breast augmentation, in Turkey. Speaking to News24 in January, she said: 'Gym was not working for me and my shape – or I'm too lazy. I love clothes and fashion, but I found that clothes were just not sitting right on me. So, I decided if the body won't come to me, I need to fetch it. Everyone has something they wish to fix or adjust, but they are not brave enough. I am brave enough.' She also spoke about how proudly and boldly living as a transgender woman. 'I share my story and journey with people as I know there is someone out there who can relate to my struggles. I want to say that if you are uncomfortable with a certain body type, change it,' Manzini said. 'God has given you the authority to change what you don't like, whether body, sexuality, gender or even a job. This is not just a procedure for me, but a statement.'
News24
06-06-2025
- 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.
News24
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
‘Her presence touched the lives of so many' – Gogo Manzini passes away
The death of Tyra Sindane, known as Gogo Manzini, has shocked many. The celebrity sangoma passed away on Thursday, 5 June, following a short illness. In a statement confirming this, her family says she will be remembered for her passion for healing others. 'Tyra was a cherished friend, colleague, family member, public figure, and mom, whose presence touched the lives of so 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.' Read more | Tributes and condolences pour in for Presley Chweneyagae following his passing At the time of her death, she had a talent agency called KOS talent management, which aimed to curb the exploitation of actors and talent, and groom young talent and equip them with knowledge to run their businesses. On her social media, her husband broke the news that have since attracted tributes from her community. The transgender activist and entrepreneur was loud and proud about her sexuality. Her family has also asked for privacy and respect as they process their loss. Earlier this year, she jetted to Turkey for reconstructive surgeries including a Brazilian butt lift, a tummy tuck, liposuction, nose job, fox eyes, breast augmentation after starting skin bleaching. Read more | EXCLUSIVE | 'It feels like spiritual rebirth' – Gogo Skhotheni gets baptised on 33rd birthday Further information about her memorial and funeral services will be communicated in due course. 'We extend our deepest condolences to all who knew and loved Tyra,' the statement concludes.
