Africans have their own unique perspectives on wealth, material possessions, and financial success. In many African cultures, the concept of money is deeply intertwined with ideas about status, power, and social hierarchy. Nevertheless, African societies have become more integrated into the global economy, and the role of money has become even more central. Today, African men are often judged not only by their traditional forms of wealth but also by their ability to participate in the modern economy, whether through entrepreneurship, skilled labor, or education.

African Sayings on Money 

1. Make some money but don’t let money make you.

2. He who loves money must labor.

3. Poverty is slavery.

4. Money can even corrupt the virtuous.

5. If it hurts to spend your money, you will go hungry.

6. It is no disgrace at all to work for money.

7. He who has people is richer than he who has money.

8. If money where to be found up in the trees, most people would be married to monkeys.

9. If you want to improve your memory, lend someone money.

10. What is sweet in a fool’s mouth will surely finish his money.

11. When a blind man is happy he gives to his child to buy kerosene for his lamp.

12. Money is sharper than a sword.

13. When a poor man gets a little money, his thoughts go off in ten different directions.

14. It is better to inherit the gratitude of your father than his building.

15. Use what you have earned in earlier days

16. A patient man is a wealthy man

17. The firewood in a community gets the community’s food done.

18. Money has no tongue and yet it speaks for the rich.

19. Wealth is invited but poverty invites itself

20. He who sells sand as brown sugar will receive stones as payment.

21. Much wealth brings many enemies.

22. Money is like a guest: it comes today leaves tomorrow.

23.If wealth was the inevitable result of hard work and enterprise. Every woman in Africa would be a millionaire.

24. The poorest man in the world is not the one without money but the one without people.

25. Money can’t talk, yet it can make lies look true.

26. Wisdom is not like money to be tied up and hidden.

27. By labor comes wealth.

28. You become wise when you begin to run out of money

29. With wealth one wins a woman.

30. One cannot count on riches.

31. Money is not the medicine against death.

32. A fool and his money is one big party.

33. Your brother’s pocket cannot keep your wealth.

34. He who knows that he has enough is rich.

35. Even if you are rich, you cannot bury yourself.

36. If you get rich, be in a dark corner when you jump for joy.

37. Brothers love each other when they are equally rich.

38. Wisdom is not like money to be tied up and hidden.

39. If ten cents does not go out, it does not bring in one thousand dollars.

40. Greed loses what it has gained.

41. Lack of money is lack of friends; if you have money at your disposal, every dog and goat will claim to be related to you.

42. Money resides right in the lion’s mouth.

43. Good pedigrees cannot be bought with money.

44. Money is capable of elevating and damaging one’s character.

45. Lack of money is the arch-frightener.

46. The wealth which enslaves the owner isn’t wealth.

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47. Money is sweet balm

48. If you marry a monkey for his wealth, the money goes and the monkey remains as it is.

49. News that’s for money today will be for free tomorrow.

50. Money, like manure, does no good till is spread.

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The use of South African female names is mostly based on the events that occurred at the time of birth of the child.

For instance, a daughter who looks like one of her parents can be named Fanisawa in Xhosa. Also in Zulu, a girl child can be named Lindelani ( wait, be patient) when the parents or family are in a desperate situation and the name will be given to the girl as hope to the family.

The Most Pleasing South African Female Names and Meanings 

In South Africa, there are different languages with different names. Zulu and Xhosa are the most spoken languages in the country and the names of the languages are also prevalent.

Interestingly, some of these  South African female names and meanings are also used by some of the tribes. For instance, you could find a name that is used by the Tswana and Swahili, Zulu Xhosa hence they share some sort of bonds through their names.

When giving female children names, families take a look at the time, religion, and other events that will birth a name for the female child.

Here are Some South African Female Names and Meanings (Zulu)

1. Ahmale 

• Pronunciation: Ah-mah-shle
• Meaning: The Beautiful one/ Beauty
• Best for : Female

2. Ayanda

• Pronunciation: ah-yaan-dah
• Meaning: The family is growing, to increase abundance, to multiply
• Best for : Unisex
• Also used by: Xhosa, Zulu,Shona

3. Minenhle

• Pronunciation: mi-nen-she
• Meaning: beautiful day, beautiful or pleasant
• Best for: Female

4. Langa 

• Pronunciation: lam-gah
• Meaning: sun, sunshine
• Best for: Female

5. Lindiwe

• Pronunciation: Lin-dee-we
• Meaning: waited for
• Best for: Female

6. kaya

• Pronunciation: kah- yah
• Meaning: restful peace
• Best for: Female

7. Jabulile

• Pronunciation: Jah-bu-li-leh
• Meaning: she is happy
• Best for: Female

8. Nobantu

• Pronunciation: no-ban-ntu or no-bahn-tu
• Meaning: mother of people, my dearest friend, for the people
• Best for: Female

9. Nandi 

• Pronunciation:  Nan-di
• Meaning: sweet
• Best for: Female

10. Enanela

• Pronunciation:  Eh-nah-neh-lah
• Meaning: rejoice
• Best for: Female

11. Melamina

• Pronunciation:  me-la-mi-na
• Meaning: carry my name, advocate for me
• Best for: Unisex

12. Nqobile

• Pronunciation:  nqo-bi-le
• Meaning: Has come up victorious in what was a hopeless situation
• Best for: Female

13. Lindelani

• Pronunciation:  Lin-deh-lah-ni
• Meaning: wait, be patient
• Best for: Female

14. Thalente

• Pronunciation: Th(a)-len-te
• Meaning: talent
• Best for: Female

15. Noxolo

• Pronunciation:  Noh-xoh-loh
• Meaning: Mother of peace
• Best for: Female

16. Owethu

• Pronunciation:  Oh-we-th-u
• Meaning: she is ours
• Best for: Female

17.Lungile

• Pronunciation: Lun-gi-le
• Meaning: Kind/good
• Also used by Ndebele
• Best for: Female

18. Nomcebo

• Pronunciation: n(o)-mce-bo, nom-cebo
• Meaning: mother of wealth
• Best for: Female

19. Nonjabulo

• Pronunciation: n(o)-njabu-lo, non-ja -bu-lo
• Meaning: mother of joy
• Best for: Female

20. Busiswe

• Pronunciation: bu-sis-we
• Meaning: (baby) is blessed
• Best for: Female

21. Zibuyile

• Pronunciation: zi-bu-yi-le
• Meaning: The dowry cows have come back
• Best for: Female

22. Silondile 

• Pronunciation: si-lon-dile
• Meaning: has kept us
• Best for: Female

23. Gugu

• Pronunciation: gu-gu
• Meaning: treasure
• Best for: Female

24. Thembile 

• Pronunciation: th(e) -mbi-le
• Meaning:  Hopeful
• Best for: Female

25. Sibusisiwe

• Pronunciation: si-bu-sis-we
• Meaning:  We are blessed
• Best for: Female
• Also used by Ndebele

26. Thandeka

• Pronunciation: Th(a)-nde-ka
• Meaning: lovely/ beloved
• Also used by Ndebele
• Best for: Female

27. Nomandla

• Pronunciation: N(o)-mand-la
• Meaning: Mother of strength
• Best for: Female

28. Nonhlanhla

• Pronunciation: N(o)-nhlanh-la
• Meaning:  Mother of luck
• Best for: Female

29. Kuhle

• Pronunciation: ku-hle
• Meaning: It is beautiful
• Best for: Female

30. Ndonsa 

• Pronunciation: n-don-sa
• Meaning: Morning star
• Best for: Female

31. Zinhle 

• Pronunciation: zin-le
• Meaning:  You are responsible for what you become
• Best for: Female

32. Esihle

• Pronunciation: Esi-hle
• Meaning: beautiful
• Best for: Female

33. Ekusani

• Pronunciation: Eku-se-ni
• Meaning: in the morning
• Best for: Female

34. Dela

• Pronunciation: Del-a
• Meaning: complete and satisfied
• Best for: Female

35. Anele

• Pronunciation: Ah-ne-le
• Meaning: Be sufficient
• Best for: Female

36. Didiza

• Pronunciation: Di-di-za
• Meaning: Flutter
• Best for: Female

Swahili Names and Meanings 

37. Nia 

• Pronunciation: Ni- yah
• Meaning: With Purpose
• Best for: Female

38. Simba

• Pronunciation: Si-mba
• Meaning: Lion
• Best for: Female

39. Malaika

• Pronunciation: Ma-lai-Kah
• Meaning: Angel, Heaven’s gate/ opener, Beautiful
• Best for: Female

40. Zuri

• Pronunciation: Zoo- ree
• Meaning: Beautiful
• Best for: Female

41. Lulu

• Pronunciation: Lu-lu
• Meaning: Pearl
• Best for: Female

42. Kenyada

• Pronunciation: Ken-yah-da
• Meaning: Gem
• Best for: Female

43. Zahara

• Pronunciation: Zaa- haa- rah
• Meaning: To shine
• Best for: Female

44. Adea

• Pronunciation: ah-de-ah
• Meaning: A Kind from God
• Best for: Female

45. Kamaria 

• Pronunciation: Kah- mah -ree- yah
• Meaning: like the moon
• Best for: Female

46. Nadira

• Pronunciation: na-dee-rah
• Meaning: rare
• Best for: Female

47. Aziza

• Pronunciation: ah- zee-zah
• Meaning: powerful, beloved
• Best for: Female

48. Mwamini

• Pronunciation: mwah-mih-nih
• Meaning: honest
• Best for: Female

49. Penda / Penha

• Pronunciation: pen-dah /pe-ndah
• Meaning: beloved
• Best for: Female

50. Zawati 

• Pronunciation: zah-wah-tee
• Meaning: gift
• Best for: Female

51. Shani

• Pronunciation: shaa-niy
• Meaning: marvelous or wonderful
• Best for: males/Females
• Best for: Female

52. Nalah

• Pronunciation: nah-lah
• Meaning: A Lioness, furious as a lioness
• Best for: Female

53. Zalika

• Pronunciation: za-li-kah
• Meaning: one who is well born
• Best for: Female

54.  Akina

• Pronunciation: ah-kee-nah
• Meaning: solidarity, bond, family bond
• Best for: Female

55. Barika

• Pronunciation: Bari -kah
• Meaning: Bloom, be successful
• Best for: Female

56. Johari

• Pronunciation: Jo-hah-ree
• Meaning: something valuable, Jewel, something precious which is adored
• Best for: Female

Xhosa Names and Their Meanings

57. Abulele

• Pronunciation: Ah- bu- le-le
• Meaning: Thankful
• Best for: Female

58. Lesedi

• Pronunciation: Le- see-di
• Meaning: Light, God’s light, a gift from God, shining
• Best for: Female

59. Zintle

• Pronunciation: Zint-leh
• Meaning: The beautiful one
• Best for: Female

60. Thembeka

• Pronunciation: Tem-be-ka
• Meaning: Trustworthy
• Best for: Female

61. Mthobelo

• Pronunciation: M-to-be-loh
• Meaning: Obedient one
• Best for: Female

62. Lulama

• Pronunciation: Luu-lah-mah
• Meaning: soft -spoken
• Best for: Female

63. Kuhle 

• Pronunciation: Kuu-leh
• Meaning: Wellness
• Best for: Female

64. Zola

• Pronunciation: Zo-lah
• Meaning: Calm
• Best For : Unisex

65. Faniswa

• Pronunciation: Faa-nee-swa
• Meaning: One who looks like me
• Best for: Female

67. Bongani

• Pronunciation: Bon-ga-ni
• Meaning: Thankful
• Best for: Female

68. Babalwa

• Pronunciation: Ba-bal-wa
• Meaning:  Graceful child
• Best for: Female

69. Fezeka

• Pronunciation: Fey-ze-ka
• Meaning: Fulfilled, Completed
• Best for: Female

70. Funeka

• Pronunciation: Fu-ne-kah
• Meaning: Precious Little Girl, one who is much needed in your home
• Best for: Female

71. Mafungwashe

• Pronunciation: Ma-fun-gwa-shi
• Meaning: First girl
• Best for: Female

72. Mthobeli

• Pronunciation: Mhm-to -be- li
• Meaning: Obedient one
• Best for: Female

73. Nandipha

• Pronunciation: Nan-di- fa
• Meaning: One who has good taste
• Best for: Female

74. Nceba

• Pronunciation: Nhn-ce-be
• Meaning: Mercy
• Best for: Female

75. Nobomi

• Pronunciation: No-bo-mi
• Meaning: life
• Best for: Female

76. Nomuula

• Pronunciation: No-muu-la
• Meaning: Rain, freshness
• Best for: Female

77. Vuyozaki

• Pronunciation: Vu-yo-ka zi
• Meaning: Happiness
• Best for: Female

78. Zimkhitha

• Pronunciation: Zim-ki-tha
• Meaning: One who has dignity
• Best for: Female

79.  Siphosethu

• Pronunciation: Si-fo-se-thu
• Meaning: One who is your gift
• Best for: Female

80. Nomlanga

• Pronunciation: Nom-lan-ga
• Meaning: Sun, growth
• Best for: Female

81. Olwerthu

• Pronunciation: Ol-wer-thu
• Meaning:  One who is your own
• Best for: Female

82. Nomble

• Pronunciation: Nom-ble
• Meaning: Graced with beauty
• Best for: Female

83. Nofoto

• Pronunciation: No-fo-to
• Meaning: Someone who is like her grandmother
• Best for: Female

84. Nocawe

• Pronunciation: No-ca-we
• Meaning: A female child born on Sunday

85. Nomthandazo

• Pronunciation: Nom-tan-da-zo
• Meaning: Prayer
• Best for: Female

86. Ndiliswa

• Pronunciation: Ndi-li-swa
• Meaning: Respected
• Best for: Female

87. Mncedisi:

• Pronunciation: Mhn-ce-di-si
• Meaning: Helper
• Best for: Female

88. Khunjulwa

• Pronunciation: Khun-jul-wa
• Meaning: One who will be remembered
• Best for: Female

89. Nontasasa

• Pronunciation: Non- ta-sa-sa
• Meaning: One who is born early in the morning
• Best for: Female

90. Natumato

• Pronunciation: Na-tu -ma-to
• Meaning: One who is beautiful at birth
• Best for: Female

Tswana Names and Their Meanings

91. Boipelo

• Pronunciation:  Boi- pe-lo
• Meaning: Proud
• Best for: Female

92. Botshelo

• Pronunciation: Bot-she-lo
• Meaning: Life, friendly and approachable
• Best for: Female

93. Gorata 

• Pronunciation: Go-ra-tah
• Meaning: Bold
• Best for: Female

94. Dipuo

• Pronunciation: Dee-ou-wo
• Meaning: Talks/ rumors
• Best for: Female
• Also used by Southern Sotho

95. Itumeleng

• Pronunciation: Itu-mee-leng
• Meaning: Joy
• Best for: Female

96. Keeya

• Pronunciation:  Kee-yah
• Meaning:  Garden flower
• Best for: Female

97. Lorato

• Pronunciation: Lo-rah-to
• Meaning: love
• Best for: Female

98. Naledi

• Pronunciation: Nah-le-di
• Meaning: Star, to shine
• Best for: Female

99. Lesedi

• Pronunciation: Le- se- di
• Meaning: Light
• Best for: Female

100. Tale

• Pronunciation: Ta- leh
• Meaning:  Of  a Noble
• Best for: Female

Afrikaans Female Names

101. Mieke

• Pronunciation: My-Khu
• Meaning: water
• Best for: Female

102. Adelheid

• Pronunciation: Ah-del-heit
• Meaning: Nobility
• Best for: Female

103. Landi

• Pronunciation: Lan-di
• Meaning: Violet
• Best for: Female

104.Hansie

• Pronunciation: Han-si-(e)
• Meaning:  God is gracious
• Best for: Female

105. Klara 

• Pronunciation: kla-ra
• Meaning: Bright and clear
• Best for: Female

106. Agetha 

• Pronunciation: Ah-ghe-thur
• Meaning: Good woman
• Best for: Female

107.Akpena

• Pronunciation: Ahk-pe-nuh
• Meaning: Thanks to God
• Best for:  Unisex

108.Elna 

• Pronunciation: El-nah
• Meaning: Beloved
• Best for: Female

109.Zonja

• Pronunciation: Zon-jah
• Meaning: Wisdom
• Best for:  Unisex

110. Wilhelmina

• Pronunciation: Wil-hel-mi-na
• Meaning: Helmet, protection
• Best for:  Unisex

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111. Saartije

• Pronunciation: Saar-ti-jeh
• Meaning: Princess
• Best for: Female

112. Abebi

• Pronunciation: Ah-bee-bi
• Meaning: We asked and got her
• Best for: Female

113. Aletta

• Pronunciation: Ah-lee-ta
• Meaning: Truth
• Best for: Female

115. Alizea 

• Pronunciation: Ah-li-zee
• Meaning: Joyful
• Best for: Female

116. Andrietta

• Pronunciation: Ahn-dree-tah
• Meaning: Strong and manly
• Best for: Female

117. Rethabile

• Pronunciation: Ree-thu-bi-le
• Meaning: We are glad
• Best for: Female

118.Lusea

• Pronunciation: Lu-see
• Meaning: light
• Best for: Female

119. Skat

• Pronunciation: S-kat
• Meaning: Treasure
• Best for: Female

120. Naemi

• Pronunciation: Nae-mi
• Meaning: Pleasantress
• Best for: Female

Tsonga Names

121. Felani

• Pronunciation: Fe-lah-nee
• Meaning: The one worth dying for
• Best for :  Unisex

122. Horisani

• Pronunciation: Ho-ri-sah-ni
• Meaning: Heal, creativity, charm, female, be victorious

123. Khana

• Pronunciation: k-ah-na
• Meaning: Victory dance
• Best for: Female

124. Mbhuri

• Pronunciation: m-bu-ree
• Meaning: Beautiful
• Best for: Female

125. Mikateko

• Pronunciation: mi-kah-teh-koh
• Meaning: Blessing
• Best for: Female

126. Sana

• Pronunciation: Sa-nah
• Meaning: Warm sunray
• Best for: Female

127. Nyiko

• Pronunciation: Nyi-koh
• Meaning: Gift
• Best for: Female

128. Mukungu

• Pronunciation: Mu-ku-ngu
• Meaning: Plan
• Best for: Female

129. Amukelo

• Pronunciation: A-mu-keh-lo
• Meaning: Acceptance
• Best for :  Unisex

130. Basambilu

• Pronunciation: Bah-sam-bee-lu
• Meaning: Pure hearted
• Best for: Female

Ndebele Female Names and Meanings 

131. Kholwa

• Pronunciation: Col-u-wha
• Meaning: Belief
• Best for: Female

132. Ntombizodwa (Zodwa)

• Pronunciation: Ntom-ni-zod-wa
• Meaning: Only Girls, I always wonder
• Best for: Female

133. Bekezela

• Pronunciation: Be-ke-ze-lah
• Meaning: Be patient
• Best for: Female

134. Senele

• Pronunciation: See-nee-leh
• Meaning: Enough
• Best for: Female

135. Yolanda

• Pronunciation: Yoh-lan-dah
• Meaning: The go-getter
• Best for: Female

136. Nolwazi

• Pronunciation: Nol-waa-zi
• Meaning: To Have knowledge of something,mother of Knowledge
• Also used by Zulu
• Best for: Female

137. Methembe

• Pronunciation: Mee-tem-be
• Meaning: Trust in Him (God)
• Best for: Female

138. Lungile

• Pronunciation: Lu-gi-le
• Meaning: One who is good
• Also used by Zulu
• Best for: Female

139. Tulani

• Pronunciation: Tu-lah-ni
• Meaning: Keep calm/ keep quiet
• Best for: Female

140. Thandeka

• Pronunciation: Th (a)-nde-ka
• Meaning: beloved/lovely
• Also used by Zulu
• Best for: Female

Southern Sotho Names ( Sepedi)

141.Lerato 

• Pronunciation:  Le-raa-too
• Meaning: Love
• Best for: Female

142. Mathapelo

• Pronunciation:  Ma-ta-peh -loh
• Meaning: Mother of prayer
• Best for: Female

143.Oratile

• Pronunciation: O-ra-tee-le
• Meaning: He /she loves ( loved), God willed it, God’s love
• Best for :  Unisex
• Also used by Tsawana 

144. Dipuo

• Pronunciation: Dee-ou-wo
• Meaning: Rumor /talks
• Best for: Female
• Also used by Tsawana 

146. Ntsoaki

• Pronunciation: uhn-tso-ah-kee
• Meaning: An only female sibling
• Best for: Female

147. Sesi

• Pronunciation: Sey-si
• Meaning: Sister
• Best for: Female

148. Bina

• Pronunciation: Bee-nah
• Meaning: To dance/freshness
• Best for: Female

149. Bertha

• Pronunciation: Ber-taa
• Meaning:  Bright
• Best for: Female

150. Bokang

• Pronunciation: Boh-kang
• Meaning: Rejoice /praise
• Best for:  Unisex

Unique South African Female Names That Depict Love, Beauty, and Royalty  

• Amore is a romantic name meaning love
• Anika means sweet-faced
• Bibi the name is usually used for a daughter of a King. It means grandmother or lady
• Riana is the feminine name of Rain which means little king and is used by girls.
•  Amable is a popular Zulu name that means the beautiful one
• Thandeka, which means love or beloved
• Simosishile, it means a beautiful feeling
• Nothembi means the beautiful one
• Simphiweyi, this name is associated with royalty and it means princess
• Nothando, means mother of outbound love

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Towanda Braxton, Toni Braxton’s sister is an American actress cum producer known for movies such as So Many Ways (1996), Envision (2021), Finding Destiny, and Misguided Behavior (2017).

Although Towanda is an entertainer on her own, she is also known for being a member of The Braxtons; an American musical quintet comprising 5 sisters Toni Braxton, Traci Braxton, Trina Braxton, Evelyn Jackson, and Tamar Braxton.

The 50-year-old is also an entrepreneur and a mother of 2. Keep reading to know more about Braxton’s early life, career, and relationships.

Early Life and Career Background of Towanda Braxton

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Towanda Braxton was born on September 18, 1973, in Severn, Maryland, USA to the family of a Methodist clergy couple, Michael Conrad (Father) and Evelyn Jackson (Mother).

The 50-years-old was raised in a strict religious household alongside her 4 sisters and 1 brother. Her siblings are Toni Braxton (born October 7, 1967), Traci Renee Braxton (Born April 2, 1971), Trina Braxon (born on December 3, 1974), and Tamar Braxon (born in 1977).

Her first singing experience was in the church choir alongside her siblings. The 6 siblings sang in the choir at several churches and toured the East Coast with their religious parents singing at various events before they decided to form evolve into a musical quintet.

Towanda’s Career Started In 1989

Towanda started her professional career in 1989 with The Braxons, a singing group that comprised her and all her sisters.

Before 1989, the sisters began to harmonize together with a ‘Toilet paper song’ while they were still young. The Braxtons say that this song was their first song-writing experience and also the first time they made a harmony as a group.

With Braxton’s, Towanda signed her first record deal with Arista Records in 1989. The group released its first single titled Good Life in 1991, but the song did not become a big hit that could launch Towanda and her sisters to stardom. Moreover, the Arita Record label had marketing problems with The Braxtons and their content due to the age disparity of the sisters.

Following the problems, the group was dropped from the label. However, Toni Braxton was later chosen and signed as LaFace’s first female solo artist. This made Towanda and her other sisters become backup singers for Toni’s tours, music videos, and promotional appearances.

Her Group Released Their First Album in 1996

Even though The Braxons group could not continue with Arita Records, the sisters comprising Towanda, Tamar, and Trina released an album in 1996 titled So Many Ways with a new record deal with Atlantic. The album did not feature Traci because she became pregnant and Altlantic did not want to make do with her in that condition.

The Braxtons were not as successful as expected after the release of their first album. The group was also said to have experienced some problems which made them disband in 1999. All members of the group including Towanda went on to pursue their careers.

Towanda did not so much dive into music as her other sisters following the split. She is only known to have scantily featured in some movies and T.V series.

However, between 2011 to 2014, WE tv confirmed that it signed Toni Braxton and her sisters for a reality series entitled Braxton Family Values. This was more of a reunion for the sisters. More so, The Braxon sisters released another album in October 2015 entitled Braxton Family Christmas. The album notably charted number 1 on the US Heatseekers Albums in December 2015.

While The Braxon made impressive efforts to be reunited, they, unfortunately, lost Traci to cancer in March 2022. Until her death, Traci was also an American singer, reality television personality, and radio personality.

A Quick Look at Towanda Braxton’s Discography and Filmography

Albums

• So Many Ways (Group Album) – 1996
• Braxton Family Christmas – 2015

T.V Series

• Braxton Family Series – 2011 to 2015
• Unbreak My Heart – 2016

Movies  

•  Envision – 2021
•  Misguided Behavior – 2017

Her Sister, Toni Braxton Has won 7 Grammy Awards

Towanda Braxton’s oldest sister, Toni Braxton is the most successful and popular among The Braxtons. Since she went solo, the singer has been able to win 7 Grammy Awards, 9 Billboard Music Awards, and 7 American Music Awards.

Toni has also sold over 70 million records worldwide. She is currently reckoned as one of the best-selling female artists in history. Her first album was released in 1993, a few years after she was singled out by producers for a solo record deal.

Towanda Braxton’s Marriage and Divorce

Braxton was married to Andre Carter between 2004 to 2017. The couple’s marriage was marred by several issues which led to its end. According to Towanda, her ex-husband did not have a job and he was not a responsible father to their children. This caused her to file for divorce in 2017.

However, the estranged couple has 2 children together. Their names are Brooke Braxton (born 27 of December 2005) and Carter Braxton Montelus (born November 11, 2006).

After breaking up with Andre Carter, Towanda started a relationship with a music producer named Sean Hall. According to Towanda’s Instagram, her paths crossed with Hall over 28 years ago but their romance started in 2015.

The couple is not yet married but there is every possibility they will tie the knot in no distant time.

Meanwhile, her boyfriend has been accused of being a clout chaser by some of her friends and family members. A clout chaser is a person who attempts to gain political or social power and influence, especially through association or conflict with public figures.

According to Towanda’s sister Traci, Hall gets too involved in the sisters’ business and is likely in a relationship with her sister for personal, selfish benefits. Despite the rising criticisms around Towanda’s relationship with Hall the couple still appears to be waxing stronger together.

What is Towanda Braxton up to?

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Toni Braxton’s sister is now mostly active on youtube where she and her boyfriend host a program titled kingladybug. The program features candid conversations about relationships, personal troubles, and how to overcome them.

Braxton also has a skincare company called T.Braxon Skincare and she mostly models her beauty products by herself. Furthermore, she has a net worth of over $1 million which she made from her individual business and her entertainment career.

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He has steadily won the hearts of a lot of people who have watched him grow up to be a cute young man.

Hendrix Hart is definitely putting his status as the son of renowned celebrities to good use.

Brief Biography Of Hendrix Hart

Hendrix Hart was born on the 8^th of November 2007 in Santa Barbara, California, United States of America. He was born to Torrei and Kevin Hart. He is the second born of the couple and the first male child.

His elder sister is named Heaven Hart. He also has two half-siblings from his dad’s second marriage to Eniko Parrish. His half-siblings are named; Kenzo Kash Hart and Kaori Mai Hart.

His mother is a famous American actress, producer, and television personality.

Hendrix’s grandfather was named Henry Roberts Witherspoon while his grandmother was named Nancy Hart. His grandmother died in 2007. He also has an uncle named Robert Hart.

Details of his school have been kept private and away from the media.

Here Are 7 Facts About Hendrix Hart

1. About His Parent’s Marriage And Subsequent Divorce

Hendrix Hart’s parents, Kevin Hart and Torrie were college sweethearts. They dated for a while and finally got married on the 22^nd of May 2003. They had two children together, a daughter named Heaven Hart who was born on the 14^th of March 2005, and their son, Hendrix who was born on the 8^th of November 2007.

Kevin and Torrie led a happily married life until news of their divorce began to make waves. Apparently, the marriage wasn’t as rosy and they eventually got divorced on the 13^th of November 2011.

Their divorce was initially reported to have been finalized on the basis of ‘irreconcilable reasons’. However, rumors began to make round that Kevin Hart had been cheating on his wife with Eniko Parrish.

Kevin and Torrie decided to share custody of their children and although Kevin later remarried Eniko Parrish, Torrie remained single.

2. He Was The Best-man At His Dad’s Second Wedding

Little Hendrix was the best man at his dad’s second wedding which took place on the 13^th of August 2016. At a time when the public was worried about how Hendrix would take the news of his father re-marrying after separating from his mum, Kevin stunned the world.

Kevin Hart announced that his son was happy for him and that he was even going to serve as his best man.

Hendrix did an amazing job being his dad’s best man as he has been referred to as the cutest best man ever. He also won the hearts of so many people and this made him very popular.

3. His Father Feared He Would Be Gay

Kevin says his greatest fear concerning his little boy was that he may turn out to be gay. He admitted to being scared about his son’s sexual orientation. However, he said it wasn’t a matter of being homophobic but he was genuinely concerned about who his son grows up to be.

He wants Hendrix to focus on his education and being happy though. Kevin Hart tries to provide all the necessities Hendrix may need to make him happy and comfortable.

4. Kevin Hart Doesn’t Joke With Him

Hendrix’s dad admitted during one of his comedy shows that he could possibly joke around or play with anyone apart from his son, Hendrix.

This goes to show just how much Kevin loves and adores his little boy. He has gone the extra mile to protect his first son from all sorts of negative media comments and updates and from other stuff that may upset him.

5. His 6th And 10th Birthdays Were Celebrated In Grand Style

For Hendrix’s 6^th birthday, his parents put together a huge, star-studded event. The lavish party was held in Hendrix’s mum’s ranch-style home in Los Angeles.

It was amazing seeing celebrities such as Boris Kodjoe, Laura and Gloria Govan, Keisha Epps, Big Boy, Niecy Nash, and a host of others in attendance.

Hendrix’s mum organized, yet again, a Ninja and Samurai-themed party for her first son’s 10^th birthday party. The party took place in Glowzone LA. The party was, of course, a grand one as both Hendrix’s parents spare no thought to spoil their kids with the best things in life.

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6. Does Hendrix Hart Follow His Dad’s Footsteps?

Hendrix is still a very young lad and has not yet decided what part he would tow when the time comes. However, it wouldn’t be a surprise if he grows up to have the wit of his dad and even the acting skill.

In line with this, however, Hendrix has displayed a certain love for acting. He was featured on a television series titled ‘CoryxKenshin’ in 2016.

Although Hendrix’s role in the series was a minor one, it caught the attention of viewers and we can’t see what he has to offer if he decides to become an actor.

7. Hendrix Hart’s Net Worth

16 year old Hendrix is still living with and under his parent’s protection and rules. He isn’t old enough yet to start working therefore he hasn’t been able to amass wealth for himself.

Given the fact that he has been thoroughly protected by his dad, he still very much enjoys his father’s wealth.

Kevin Hart has a net worth of about $200 million. He is one of the highest-paid entertainers in the world.

His mother also is quite successful as an actress, producer, and TV personality with a net worth estimated to be about $3 million.

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In 2013, her then-husband was involved in a killing spree, though she was a suspect in some of his crimes she was never locked for them.

She has had a troubled life muddled with running-ins with the law and involvement with Nikko Jenkins.

Biography of Chalonda Jenkins

Not much is known about the biography of Nikko Jenkins’s ex-wife but from their marriage preceding in 2010, she was 19 years old at the time and is currently 30 or thereabout.

Her own dabbling with a crime is nothing new as she has served time at correctional facilities from a younger age.

Here Are 10 Unknown facts About Her

1.She Married In Prison

In February 2010, Chalonda and Nikko Jenkins tied the knots while both were incarcerated at the Tecumseh State Prison.

That marriage was doomed looking at their history of crime. The marriage ended in divorce in 2017 and the couples have only ever spent four weeks as a couple outside of prison.

2.Chalonda Jenkins Gave Birth To A Another Man’s Child While Still Married

A report was filed by an unnamed man for child support to be paid for child support. They had the child together with Chalonda while she was still married to Nikko Jenkins.

It seems the man has full custody of the said child while Chalonda has been absent in its life.

3.Caught With Brass Knuckles

A former girlfriend of her baby daddy made a distress call to the police. She wanted a protection order taken on an intruder who attempted to bridge her apartment.  When the woman made the distress call her descriptions fit Chalonda Jenkins.

She was later discovered in a car parked close by, when asked for her name she gave the wrong details. Investigators at the scene discovered her married name in the registration paper inside the car,  a cup with a bottle of tequila, and brass knuckles inside her pockets.

Having brass knuckles was seen as negative with regards to her recent running with the law and her criminal history, the judge sentenced her to prison.

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4.Chalonda Jenkins Was Threatened By Nikko Jenkins 

Nikko had threatened to kill Chalonda Jenkins of which she laid a police report that led to his arrest. During an interrogation, Nikko admitted to the four murders not related to the threat against Chalonda.

5.She Faulted The System For Ex-Husband’s Crimes

She has openly faulted the system for allowing Nikko Jenkins to commit the murders. If he had not been released from prison, he wouldn’t have committed the crimes and the victims would have stood a chance according to her.

Chalonda Jenkins made excuses for Nikko Jenkins saying his mental health was unstable and didn’t stand a chance once removed from prison.

6.She Has Been To Prison 3 Times So Far

For a woman who has been to prison severally on various charges, it could be safe to say, she is used to the life there.

Being involved with a crime family such as the Jenkins is more drama added to a turbulent life. In 2013, she was sentenced to one year in prison for being an accomplice in the nonfatal shooting of some people by Nikko Jenkins.

7.Her Ex-Husband Is Serving Time On Death Row

Chalonda’s husband Nikko Jenkins was convicted and sentenced to death for four murders. Nikko Jenkins is currently serving time on death row at the Tecumseh State Prison.

He had served 10.5 years in prison out of a 25-year sentence for carjacking when he was 15. A month after he was released from prison, he murdered four people within the space of two weeks. Nikko committed the crime with the help of his family members.

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8.Chalonda Jenkins Married Into A family Of Convicted Felons

The Jenkin’s are known to be a family of criminals, going back generations. They have had over 30 members of their extended family being convicted for different crimes.

The immediate Jenkins family has gone down. Its patriarch, David Magee died some years back having been charged with murder. Lori Jenkins was involved in her son’s spree killing, Erica and Melonie Jenkins have both been convicted and are serving time.

9.Her ex-husband Had a History Of Self Mutilation

Ex-husband, Nikko Jenkins killed four people as a sacrifice to the Egyptian serpent god Apophis as a form of worship. While in prison he has mutilated different parts of his body like his penis, tongue, and forehead.

He tried chopping his genitals and tongue to look like a serpent but did a poor job of it and ended up with multiple stitches.

10. She And Nikko Jenkins Share A lot In Common

One can’t help but notice from their pictures their resemblance with Nikko Jenkins when it comes to their facial writings and drawings.

They seem to be lovers of facial drawings apart from other similarities they share in common with the most obvious being crime.

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Shamicka Gibbs is very skillful and has worked so hard to establish herself as a great entrepreneur who didn’t just shoot to limelight for her marriage to a celebrity actor but who owns a wide chain of franchises and is doing quite well personally.

Who Is Shamicka Gibbs?

Shamicka Gibbs was born in Los Angeles, California, USA on the 11^th of November 1975. She is presently 48 years old. She is of mixed ethnicity although she is of American nationality.

Although not so much is known about her background, childhood, and even family members before her marriage to Martin Lawrence, we do know that she attended Leuzinger High School in Lawndale, California, and matriculated in 1993.

10 Facts About Shamicka Gibbs You Didn’t Know

1. Shamicka Gibbs Has A Background In Music

Apart from being a world-class entrepreneur, she is also an entertainer as she is a one-time musician. As a child, music was a huge passion for her, so after matriculating from High School, she started working on her music career. She began to live a single, independent life and went on to make a lot of career-related relationships in order to build her network and grow her career but it did not work out well for her.

2. Her Relationship And Eventual Marriage To Martin Lawrence

She and her ex-husband, Martin Lawrence dated for about 15 years before finally deciding to tie the knot. They got married on the 10^th of July 2010 in a private ceremony at the backyard of their house with just a little over a hundred people in attendance. She was Martin’s second wife at the time. His first wife was Lark Voorhies who he married in 1993 but the marriage did not last for long.

3. Shamicka Gibbs and Martin’s Divorce

Despite dating for over a decade before settling down in marriage, the marriage between Shamicka and Martins lasted for nothing more than two years.

You would expect that a beautiful relationship that lasted for so long would guarantee a long-lasting marriage but this was not the case as Martin Lawrence filed for divorce from Shamicka on the 25^th of April 2012 citing irreconcilable discrepancies.

4. She Is A Loving Mother

The relationship between Shamicka and Martin birthed two beautiful daughters; Iyanna Faith who was born in the year 2000 and Amara Trinity born in 2002. The daughters came way before the couple decided to tie the knot and since then, Shamicka has been an amazing and loving mother to her daughters and even her stepdaughter.

5. Some Of Her Career Exploits

Shamicka owns a couple of franchises, one of which is her T-shirt collection. She branched into fashion and has a T-shirt collection to her name. apart from this, she also owns a company that is widely spread across countries. This franchise is known as ‘Massage Envy Spa.

6. Shamicka Gibbs Is A Chef

As one of her many talents, Shamicka is a known and renowned chef. She has and hosts culinary events, one of which is titled ‘Cooking and Conversing’. During this event, she shares guides and recipes on how to prepare certain meals. She shares such knowledge even on her social media accounts.

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7. Shamicka Has A Special Line Of Spices

Her meal services named; ‘Micka’s Pantry’ consists of mainly organic and gluten-free spices. She calls these spices; ‘Don’t Hurt Cha’ and it is quite a dear exploit to her because it stemmed from a very cautious place.

8. Shamicka Has Health Challenges

Shamicka suffers from a coeliac disease which is an immune reaction to eating gluten. This disease inspired the need to make gluten-free spices for her benefit and that of others suffering from the same fate.

Apart from this, she was also diagnosed with ‘Lupus’. This ailment is a systemic autoimmune disease that occurs when the body’s immune system begins to attack tissues and organs.

9. She Is A Reality TV Star

She has been on TV shows over the years too especially after her divorce in 2012 when she was featured on the TV series ‘Hollywood Exes’. She also appeared in ‘Reality Relapse’ and ‘Unsung Bethany’ and has been able to show her acting skills.

10. Shamicka Gibbs’ Net Worth

Proving that being a celebrity wife or in this case, ex-wife doesn’t necessarily put food on the table and it is quite important to work and earn a living for one’s self regardless, Shamicka Gibbs and all her strings of businesses has given her a net worth of $5 million.

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Hank Anuku’s Profile

• Full Name: Hanks Anuku now referred to as Nana Kwame Fifi Kakra.
• Place of Birth: Hanks was born in Ibadan and is originally from there.
• Date of Birth: He was Born on the 27^th of August 1960.
• Nationality: Hanks Anuku is a Nigerian-Ghanaian.
• Occupation: Actor, Producer, and Media Personality.
• Years Active: From the early 2000s to a few years ago.
• Marital Status: Married.

Rumors of Hank Anuku’s Death 

An online news portal reported that’s Nollywood actor, Hanks Anuku had passed away after a brief illness. This news was reported and spread just 13 days after veteran Nollywood actress, Joke Silva denied the fast-spreading news about her husband and also a veteran actor, Olu Jacob’s death.

Hanks took to his Instagram page to debunk the rumors in a video. He wrote “I am Hanks Anuku, Nollywood actor and I am alive. My haters are dead and Jesus Christ is my deliverer and He liveth. Poisonous press vipers on prawl but they shall be perplexed and disappointed in Jesus’ name, Amen. One love, fans”.

He also took to a live video on Facebook to cry out and debunk the news. He insisted that he was alive and well because the reports of his demise were fast-spreading and so it became necessary to make the public announcement. He said that God was in charge of his life and not rumor-mongers.

Here Are 10 Things I bet You Did Not Know about Hanks Anuku

1. Hanks Anuku’s Early Life and School

Hanks is originally from Ibadan, Oyo State in the South Western part of Nigeria. He was born in Ibadan. He attended Loyola College in Ibadan and got his basic education from there after which he moved on to and graduated from Auchi Polytechnic(Edo State, Nigeria) in 1981.

2. Hanks Anuku’s Acting Career

Anuku returned to Nigeria in the early 2000s and started his acting career here. The way for this break into the Nollywood industry was paved for him by Regina Askia, a veteran Nollywood actress. His debut movie is titled ‘Skeleton’ however, the movie which gave him the big break and threw him into the limelight was ‘Senator’.

He moved on to producing and is regarded as one of the highest-paid, influential, and talented actors in Nigeria. He has been in the industry for over two decades and has acted in over 150 Nollywood movies.

3. What Hanks Anuku Considers as Fun Time

Hanks is a biker for the fun of it. He likes to drive big bikes and this even led to an accident he had some time in 2015 in Ghana which led to a rumor of him passing away due to the accident. However, nothing bad happened to him. He also spares time to go out and have fun with friends from Nollywood or other industries in Nigeria.

4. Hanks Marriage and family

Hanks is married with children. He shares pictures of his family (his wife and two young kids; A boy and girl) on Instagram depicting a perfectly normal and happy family. He also made several Instagram posts of a beautiful grown lady whom he referred to as ‘my first daughter’.

5. Other Rumors about Hanks

In 2015, there were rumors, spreading like wildfire on the internet about him being infected with AIDS. These rumors had it that Hanks got infected with the virus as a result of his numerous contact and relationships with different women.

This rumor brought a lot of suffering and trouble to him and his family and he spent a lot of time and effort debunking and refuting the rumor. These rumors had it that he slept with over 80 women in Zambia and Zimbabwe and as a result, infected his wife with the disease.

6. Hanks Anuku Changes Nationality

In 2017, Hanks up and moved his family to Ghana. He stated that he got a message from God asking him to leave Nigeria and move to Ghana and he obeyed the message. He also changed his name to Nana Kwame Fifi Kakra as he took Ghanaian citizenship. He also stated that he planned on staying in Ghana for the rest of his life. It is also said that he denounced his Nigerian citizenship as a result.

7. Hanks Anuku’s Net Worth

Hanks is estimated to have over $1 million to his name according to AustineMedia.com. This net worth definitely puts him in the league of one of the richest actors in Nigeria.

8. Hanks Social Media Presence

Hanks is a popular person on social media. He has more than a million followers on his official Instagram account (@ha1962anukuha) and also has a presence on Facebook where he shares live videos. He is also active on Twitter with the handle @hanks_anuku1.

9. Hanks Physical Features

He stands over 6 feet tall and has a build that lets him pass for all the bad boy roles he plays in movies. These coupled with his thick baritone voice helps him portray, perfectly, his thug-like attributes in movies.

10. Hanks Move and Stay in the United States of America

He was naturalized as an American citizen in 2017. After his graduation from Auchi Polytechnic, Hanks moved to and stayed in the United States of America for a long time. His widely admired American accent is proof and attributed to this fact. In the US, he actually tried delving into Hollywood and he played in several Hollywood movies.

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Of late, African wedding dresses have joined the charts all thanks to the emergence of creative fashion designers and directors. There are so many beautiful African wedding dresses that are either inspired by a western design or tradition.

African Wedding Dresses

In a typical African setting, almost every language or tribe has a unique cultural attire the bride and bridegroom use during a wedding. Even though most cultures have been influenced by the western culture, but Africans have not lost their identity completely there are quite a number of wedding dresses that would compete with the western white wedding gown.

Are These The 10 Most Beautiful African Wedding Dresses You Have Ever Seen?

1. The Kente Inspired Wedding Dress

This kente-inspired wedding dress is usually worn by Ghanian brides. The white dress is beautifully adorned with ghana’s traditional fabric to give it an African touch. The beautiful wedding dress is completed by a bouquet which is also white.

2. The Zulu Traditional Wedding Dress

The South African based tribe Zulu is known for its rich and interesting culture. During a Zulu wedding which is also called Umabo people gather to see the beautiful bride, dance, and enjoy delicious dishes. The bride wears a vibrant hat called Inkehli or a beaded veil called Imvakazi.

3. Ankara Styled Wedding Dress

This beautiful African bride is rocking her beautiful wedding dress that has a touch of Ankara on it. The dress has been made to suit the bride’s style and choice. This dress will surely a get pass to the international market for future brides who would want to rock it on their big day.

4. A Beautiful Wedding Dress Made from George Fabric

The beautiful bride in the above picture chose to rock a well-tailored George fabric on her wedding day. this is indeed daring and bold. Her groom also looks fabulous in his bespoke suede and plain material long coat and pants.

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5. An All-White Wedding Dress

In as much as Africans have decided to tread their paths when it comes to wedding dresses, an all-white fitted dress can never go wrong. This bride must have had everywhere on standstill with her ravishing looks and smile.

6. A Plus-size African Mermaid Wedding Dress

This is for the curvy and plus-size ladies. This beautiful mermaid dress fits perfectly on the bride. This should be an option for any curvy bride any day any time. The beautiful wedding dress has been embroidered with shiny beads and organza material.

7. A full Flare White Wedding Dress

This fitted knee flare wedding dress is usually suitable for petite brides. The deep back shows off the bride’s flawless skin and beauty. The dress is embedded with beads and patterned lace.

8. Simple and Chic Ruffled Wedding gown

this wedding dress is definitely one of a kind.  the beautiful tube gown fits perfectly with just one side tagged. the ruffled full tail makes the bride stands like a little mermaid,

9. Emerald green wedding dress

If you are the type that likes being spectacular then this should be your choice. The traditional white wedding dressing is beginningto bore so many women that others have dared to be different. The bride chooses to rock her big day in any color of her choice just like this beautiful and bold bride. Often times one might wonder if the color would fit but hey if you don’t try you won’t know right.

10. Modern Muslim Woman in her Wedding Dress

Gone are the days when Muslims especially Africans cover their whole body and faces during their marriage ceremony. Nowadays the bride wears a beautifully tailored dress with a veil with her headcover. This dress gives a very decent and modest look.

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