South African musician Bonginkosi ‘Zola7’ Dlamini, a beloved figure in the 90s pop culture, has responded to recent rumors suggesting that businesswoman and reality TV star Shauwn “MamMkhize” Mkhize gave him a R1 million donation. The rumors gained momentum following an article in *City Press*, which claimed that MamMkhize had pledged the substantial sum to help Zola7 after concerns were raised about his health.
### Rumors Surrounding the Donation
The rumors started after it was widely speculated that Zola7 was in need of financial help due to health issues. This prompted his fans and well-wishers to come forward and offer their support. It was later reported that Zola7 had been diagnosed with epilepsy and was managing the condition with medication. While initially denying that he needed financial assistance, the musician later accepted the generosity of his fans, listing his manager’s bank account details for donations.
During this time, MamMkhize publicly expressed her desire to help Zola7, even meeting him in person. She shared photos and videos from their meeting on social media, showing her support and care for the artist. However, it was not long before Zola7 took to social media himself to clear up any misunderstandings.https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca7XAwCqWK3/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
### Zola7 Sets the Record Straight
In a video shared on his social media accounts, Zola7 addressed the rumors about MamMkhize’s R1 million donation. He clarified that MamMkhize had not, in fact, given him the money. Instead, he emphasized that she had simply wanted to meet him and cook for him. He also thanked MamMkhize for her support but made it clear that the claim about the donation was false.
“There is a problem. I don’t want people to scam you all. I am being told that there are people who are trying to get you guys to contribute to them instead of contributing to me,” Zola7 explained in his video. He asked his supporters to direct their donations to his manager, whose bank account was listed as the official account for contributions.
Zola7 also expressed his gratitude to MamMkhize for her kind intentions, stating, “She just wanted to cook for me and for me to meet her son. By the way, she is doing something amazing. It is not my part, it is not my position to say what that is.”
### The Importance of Transparency and Support
Zola7’s video not only cleared the air about the R1 million donation but also highlighted the importance of transparency when it comes to financial contributions. As people rallied behind him, he warned them about potential scams and emphasized that all donations should be channeled through his official manager.
While MamMkhize has not made any official comments regarding the donation rumors, Zola7’s video serves to reassure his followers that her support was genuine, even if it didn’t involve a large financial contribution. The interaction between the two celebrities, along with Zola7’s clarifications, shows that while misunderstandings can easily arise, it’s important to set the record straight and focus on the true intentions behind acts of kindness.
Fans of Zola7 have expressed their continued support, and many have already begun donating through the designated channels. As he works to manage his health and navigate the support of his fans, Zola7 remains a symbol of resilience and the power of community in times of need.