South African multi-award-winning singer Naledi Aphiwe has left fans inspired after revealing one of her proudest achievements yet—renovating her family home at just 18 years old.
The young star took to social media to share an emotional video, showcasing the newly renovated spaces, particularly the kitchen. Overlaying the clip were the words: “Renovated my home, I’m so proud of myself.” Naledi captioned the post simply: “God is good,” followed by a red heart.
Celebrities Celebrate Her Milestone
The heartfelt reveal drew overwhelming love from both fans and industry colleagues. DJ Lady Du congratulated her, saying:
“There is so much more that you’re going to do, starting at home is big.”
Fellow singer Nomfundo Moh added:
“Well done mama. God bless you Kwande.”
Meanwhile, content creator Sibongile Kajane proudly wrote:
“I’m so proud of you my baby.”
Naledi’s Message of Gratitude
Naledi also reposted the video on TikTok, where she described the renovation as part of her bigger journey. In her caption, she wrote:
“Big girl, big moves. Please continue supporting me, I am going to do really big things at home. I wouldn’t have been here if you guys weren’t here to support me.”
Her post sparked conversations about her age, with one user commenting: “Lapho siyalingana nkosi” (meaning “and we’re the same age”), highlighting how rare it is for someone so young to achieve something this significant.
Naledi responded with kindness and encouragement, writing in Zulu:
“Don’t feel any pressure… I’m the only person who can do this at home, that’s why I was given this work. One day you will also have strength.”
An Inspiration Beyond Music
Her heartfelt story has resonated widely, proving that age is no barrier when it comes to hard work, resilience, and love for family. Naledi’s journey continues to inspire young people across South Africa to dream big and invest in their loved ones.