Grace Mondlana, a well-known influencer and content creator, has found herself at the centre of a heated online debate following the untimely death of her ex-boyfriend, Sipho Zulu.
Sipho tragically died in a car accident on June 29, 2025. Although their five-year relationship ended earlier this year, Grace’s emotional public mourning and prominent role in his funeral arrangements have sparked controversy.
Grace Mondlana
“Love of My Life” or Overstepping Boundaries?
Despite their breakup, Grace referred to Sipho as “the love of her life” and claimed to have handled all the funeral arrangements—including the full cost of the burial.
She consistently updated her followers, sharing that she travelled back and forth to Sipho’s family home to assist with the planning. While some sympathised with her grief, others accused her of seeking attention and overshadowing the current girlfriend.
Relationship Twist Raises Questions
Fuel was added to the fire when Grace revealed that both she and Sipho had moved on before his death. She even disclosed that her new boyfriend had driven her to the funeral. Many on social media questioned why she, as an ex, had taken on such an intense role, labelling her the “chief mourner.”
Controversial Social Media Actions
Further backlash arose when it was reported that Grace took possession of Sipho’s phone while he was still hospitalised. She allegedly used it to update his social media accounts, including changing his LinkedIn bio to add a dove emoji and the date of his death—actions some viewed as invasive and inappropriate.
Voice Note Drama
The situation intensified when a leaked voice note, allegedly from Grace to Sipho’s current girlfriend, circulated online. In the message, Grace defended her involvement:
“He didn’t do right by me… Had I not been a part of the funeral, there wouldn’t have been a funeral at all,” she said, while also apologising for any emotional hurt caused.
A Divided Public
Grace’s actions have left the public divided, with some commending her loyalty and others accusing her of crossing the line. The debate continues as social media users dissect what role an ex-partner should—or shouldn’t—play during such sensitive moments.
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