(Bongekile Simelane) took to Instagram to celebrate the life of her husband, Mampintsha (Mandla Maphumulo), who passed away two years ago after a stroke on December 27 In a short video posted on social media, Wodumo shares a light‑hearted moment from a Durban promenade restaurant where Mampintsha is seen joking with a friend about his driving skills.
The clip shows Mampintsha boasting, “Where did I get my licence? You’re joking, right? … I got it from an Afrikaaner. You can only get a legitimate licence from an Afrikaaner. You can’t get one from a black person. I’m not that great on the road. I can spin a bus! In front of cops as well, and they won’t do anything to me. Don’t try me.” The banter sparked laughter, and fans quickly chimed in with their own memories.
In her caption, Babes wrote, “❤️🫶🏽Till the casket ⚰️ @mampintsha_shimora,” expressing her enduring love. Fans responded with comments like:
Beyond his music, Mampintsha’s humor lives on through his songs and one‑liners that continue to trend on TikTok. Wodumo and Mampintsha, who married in 2021 after a proposal on Gagasi FM’s drive show in 2020, shared a son nicknamed Spontsh or Sponge. Their relationship had its ups and downs, but their love endured.
This tribute not only highlights Mampintsha’s comedic flair but also underscores the strong bond he shared with Babes Wodumo—a bond that continues to resonate with fans and the Durban music community.