Dr. Rebecca Malope, the renowned gospel singer, found herself at the center of a social media storm after she took a tumble while performing at the funeral of Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule. The incident occurred on Saturday, 17 August, during the funeral service held at the Durban International Convention Centre (ICC).
Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule Laid to Rest
The late Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule, a beloved broadcaster, was honored with a Special Provincial Official Funeral. She passed away on Monday, 12 August, after a battle with lung cancer. Various artists and dignitaries, including Dr. Rebecca Malope, gathered at the ICC to pay their respects.
Rebecca Malope’s Unexpected Fall
During her heartfelt performance, Dr. Rebecca Malope suddenly fell, sparking widespread reactions on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). A video of the fall, shared by @shad_myshadz, quickly went viral, leading to mixed reactions from her fans and followers.
Social Media Reacts to Rebecca Malope’s Fall
The video of Rebecca Malope’s fall divided opinions online. Some fans expressed concern for the gospel icon, suspecting that she tripped on her dress, while others speculated that the fall might have been part of her “signature performance.”
Concerns for Rebecca Malope
@khumodinake asked: “Was that a genuine fall or part of the act?”
@BonisiweMkhize6 added: “Hope she didn’t get injured shame.”
Fans Discuss the “Signature Performance”
@Mbeh27 commented: “Awww mama bakithi. At first glance, I thought it’s part of the signature performance fall!”
@Jonowelele wrote: “We used to her falling and crawling, so?”
@DrQabaka joked: “Tripped by the spirit.”
Further Speculations
@tumiwmj speculated: “I was convinced she was singing ‘Ya wa lembewu’.”
@nthabeeMo pondered: “Is that the Lundi signature fall? Or?”
@BrendaChaukeS reasoned: “She tripped on her dress guys. Mara ka gore ke sis Ribs, it blended in seamlessly.”
@Mfoka_Jobe added: “We can’t even trust whether she was falling or part of her act, and who is that aunt calling her now? Is that an Engel from heaven?”
The Legacy of Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule
As the social media frenzy surrounding Rebecca Malope’s fall continues, it’s important to remember the reason for the gathering: the life and legacy of Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule. The respected broadcaster’s contributions to the media industry will not be forgotten, and her funeral served as a solemn occasion for her loved ones and fans to bid their final farewell.
Dr. Rebecca Malope’s moment on stage, whether accidental or intentional, added an unexpected element to the day’s events, ensuring that the memory of Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule’s funeral will be remembered for years to come.
