Zozibini Tunzi is in Zimbabwe ahead of the Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2026 grand finale. The competition will be held in Harare on June 6.

Tunzi explained how important this pageant is. She noted that Africa is yet to produce a Miss Universe winner since 2019 and due for one. According to Tunzi, Zimbabwe could be the nation to get the Miss Universe crown.

“We haven’t had a Miss Universe from Africa in a little while now, since I was the last one. I think it’s time,” she said

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The Miss Universe Zimbabwe competition is put together by an organisation led by Tendai Hunda and Danya Kabwebwe.

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Tunzi’s involvement will increase the popularity of the event. Organisers announced weeks ago that the South African beauty queen would travel to Zimbabwe to host the finale. She will co-host the event alongside Yahya Good vibes. 18 contestants are competing at this contested beauty event.

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Tunzi advises contestants to be real and stay true to their purpose. She told contestants not to forget why they are in the competition.

“I would honestly tell them to remain true to who they are. To remember their purpose because it is such a huge part of this journey, since it is such a challenging journey.

“And you need that one thing that constantly reminds you of why you are doing this,” she said.

By encouraging contestants to embrace their identity and by backing Zimbabwe’s contestants, Tunzi has warmed her way into the hearts of many. Pageantry lovers will be watching to see whether Zimbabwe can make history.  Zozibini Tunzi will hope to lead the celebration of African excellence from the front.

Kim Kardashian has given followers a look at her friendship with Lewis Hamilton after sharing a series of personal moments on Instagram.

The reality television star and businesswoman recently posted a carousel of images and videos captioned “Lately”, offering a snapshot of family moments, travel experiences and downtime.

Among the collection were several appearances by Hamilton, which prompted discussion among fans who have been following reports about the pair’s connection in recent months.

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One image showed Kardashian and Hamilton riding bicycles together in New York City. In a light-hearted video included in the post, Kardashian appeared to lose control of her bicycle while Hamilton attempted to film a selfie. The brief clip showed the pair in a casual setting and generated discussion online.

The post also featured a photograph of the two riding side by side, marking one of the clearest glimpses Kardashian has shared of Hamilton on her Instagram feed. While neither has publicly discussed the nature of their connection in detail, the inclusion of the Formula One star in a personal photo dump prompted discussion among followers.

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Alongside the images with Hamilton, Kardashian shared photos with her children, family members and friends. The collection reflected a mix of everyday moments and behind-the-scenes snapshots, giving followers a broader look at what she has been doing away from red carpets and business ventures.

Media attention surrounding Kardashian and Hamilton has continued throughout 2026. Reports of the pair spending time together first emerged earlier in the year, with sightings in several locations, including Paris, Tokyo and major public events. Their appearances together have attracted interest, although both have largely avoided commenting publicly on their connection.

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Hamilton’s appearance in Kardashian’s latest Instagram update is notable because it provides a glimpse of their interaction away from public events. Rather than showing the pair at a formal event or staged appearance, the images show them in a casual setting away from the public engagements that typically place them in the spotlight.

The post showed moments away from race tracks, television cameras and business meetings, offering followers a different perspective on two public figures whose professional lives are often documented in the media.

Actress Gugu Gumede has opened up about the impact her weight loss journey has had on her acting career, revealing that the changes have gone far beyond her physical appearance.

The former Uzalo star recently reflected on how losing weight has affected the kinds of characters she is now considered for. According to Gumede, one of the biggest shifts has been finally being able to play roles that match her actual age.

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For years, audiences associated the actress with older characters, particularly her well-known role as Prophetess MaMlambo on Uzalo.

Gumede revealed that she was only 24 years old when she landed the role that would become the defining part of her career. Despite her age, the role required her to portray a much older character.
Gumede said that after the role gained popularity, she continued to receive offers to play older characters throughout much of her career.

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That pattern began to change after she underwent gastric sleeve surgery in early 2024, a decision she has previously described as life-changing. Since losing weight, the actress says she has started receiving opportunities to portray characters who are closer to her age, resulting in different acting opportunities.

She also shared that she now feels more capable of meeting the physical demands of certain roles and productions. She said the weight loss has made it easier to meet the physical demands of certain roles.

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Her comments come after she has spent the past two years speaking openly about her health journey. In previous interviews and social media updates, Gumede explained that concerns about her wellbeing played a major role in her decision to pursue weight-loss surgery. She discussed experiencing physical discomfort and worries about long-term health risks, particularly because high blood pressure runs in her family.

Gumede also revealed that she has secured what she considers one of the biggest roles of her career. She is set to appear in Netflix’s upcoming drama series The Polygamist, where she will take on the role of Joyce Gomora.

The role adds another major production to her acting portfolio.