personality and former sangoma, Gogo Skhotheni, has left South Africans stunned after leading a prayer session at a church. Videos of the emotional moment circulated on social media on Sunday, 13 April 2025, showing the former traditional healer embracing her newfound Christian faith. Born Tumi Motsoeneng, Gogo Skhotheni made headlines when she publicly announced her decision to leave behind her ancestral calling and follow Christianity.
The transformation has sparked a wave of conversation online, with many expressing shock at her swift transition. Gogo Skhotheni, known for her work as a podcaster and her role in the reality TV scene, was seen passionately praying for the congregation in a TikTok video shared by user @Joe.Junior5. The video quickly went viral, drawing mixed reactions from the public.
Her announcement that she no longer practices ubungoma and now identifies simply as “Tumi” has added to the controversy. While some applauded her decision and boldness to follow her convictions, others questioned the authenticity of her conversion and criticized the rapid pace of her involvement in church leadership activities.
Many online users expressed concern, questioning whether Tumi had spent enough time growing spiritually before stepping into a leadership role. One user wrote, “She’s moving too fast for a recent convert. When was the time for her own spiritual growth in prayer and faith before trying to lead a prayer session?”
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Others took issue with how she presented herself in church, with comments questioning her attire and whether church elders should have allowed her to preach. Criticism intensified, with accusations that she might be taking advantage of vulnerable Christian followers for attention or personal gain.
However, not all responses were negative. Some came to her defense, highlighting that church is a place for transformation and not reserved for the already “holy.” One commenter said, “Church is meant for us the hypocrites and you all judging Tumi as if you are holy. Come on people.”
This isn’t the first time Gogo Skhotheni has made headlines. In a separate incident recently reported by Briefly News, she stunned fans once more by announcing her lobola for a new partner, after parting ways with her ex-husband Monde Shange. The revelation about her engagement came as a surprise, especially to Shange, and reignited discussions around her evolving public identity.
The public remains divided on Tumi’s journey—from sangoma to Christian, and now a figure of spiritual influence in church circles. Whether viewed as an inspiring spiritual transformation or a controversial move, Gogo Skhotheni continues to command attention with her bold choices and personal reinvention.
As her story unfolds, Mzansi watches closely, wondering what’s next for the ever-evolving personality formerly known as Gogo Skhotheni.