Mzansi singer-songwriter, television and radio personality, Unathi Nkayi just turned 40 years-old. The Grahamstown-born and self-proclaimed ‘village girl who found gold, celebrated her birthday in style.
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Unathi, who is also a judge on South African idols, is currently away with her sisters and friends to celebrate her birthday.
Taking to social media to share her share journey, she said: “They say life begins at 40. It is my born day today. 40 years ago I was born to Sakhiwo no Nondwe who conceived me out of love. My uncle Ndabazoxolo Nkayi named me Unathi. I was the only grandchild my grandfather, Themba, named. To which he gave me the name, Fundiswa, which I use as my second name (sic).”
She went on to say: “My grandfather was/is Themba, whose father was Dyonashe, the son of Singq. I know I am the answer to my forefathers dreams and prayers and I hold that with high regard. I am the mother of Sinako and Imbo Msengana who too were conceived in love with the man who remains the love of my life.
I am sister to my incredible sisters, cousin-niece-aunt-granddaughter to my solid fam and friend to my absolutely crazy friends (sic).”