Young SA singer Naledi Aphiwe renovates family home, shares emotional reveal

SOUTH AFRICA —

Award-winning singer Naledi Aphiwe, 18, has proudly shown fans the newly renovated family home, describing it as a “proud moment”. The star emotionally shared the kitchen updates on social media (Instagram, TikTok).

In the video, she added text stating: “Renovated my home, I’m so proud of myself.” She captioned her posts “God is good,” appearing visibly moved (social media post).

Messages of support poured in from fellow artists. DJ Lady Du commented: “There is so much more that you’re going to do, starting at home is big.” Singer Nomfundo Moh added: “Well done mama. God bless you Kwande.” Content creator Sibongile Kajane wrote: “I’m so proud of you my baby” (social media comments).

On TikTok, Naledi told supporters: “Big girl, big moves. Please continue supporting me, I am going to do really big things at home. I wouldn’t have been here if you guys weren’t here to support me” (TikTok caption).

Fans reacted emotionally online, with @Tha Ndii noting: “Lapho siyalingana nkosi” (“and we’re the same age”). Naledi responded kindly: “Don’t feel any pressure, maybe wena your parents can do all that for you, maybe unaye umama unkulunkulu akasibeki ezimeni ezifanayo. I’m the only person who can do this ekhaya ingakho angipha lomsebenzi engiwenzayo nawe uzoba namandla one day” (social media exchange).

She clarified: “Don’t feel any pressure… God doesn’t put you in the same situations. I’m the only person who can do this at home… One day you will also have strength” (translation of online comment).

Her achievement has widely resonated, proving that hard work and determination pay off, regardless of age.