She is also the wife of Sihle Zikalala, who is the 8th Premier of KwaZulu-Natal.

Nellys popularity in the country has been growing since her husband was elected to office in 2019.

South Africa is among the countries that, undoubtedly, embrace women’s leadership.

Nelly Zikalala

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It is for this reason that many have developed an interest to know about her.

That said, what else would you love to know about KwaZulu-Natal’s first lady?

Her date of birth is 15th April, but the year of her birth is yet to be established.

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For a long time, she has kept her life out of the public.

Early this year, the premiershared a poston his page celebrating her wifes birthday.

However, she did not indicate Nelly Zikalala age.

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The short post read,

Education background

Mrs Zikalalareportedly studiedat a primary school based in Vosloorus.

She later proceeded to Illinge High School.

However, the names of Nelly Zikalala children remain a mystery.

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Marriage life

Who is Nelly Zikalala husband?

She is married to the 8th premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Sihle Zikalala.

The two met way back in 2000 through a mutual friend.

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Interestingly, it was love at first sight to Sihle.

Speaking in aninterview with IOL, he said,

Nelly and Sihle Zikalala started dating a few months later.

In 2006, they officially tied the knot in a colourful wedding event.

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Nelly is glad that she married a man she had envisioned from a tender age.

Their followers applauded them for being an item for such a long period.

They also wished the couple more years together.

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Nelly was, previously, a social worker.

Her career has been growing over time.

In May 2019, she became the first lady of KwaZulu-Natal after his husband won the premier seat.

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Perhaps, this explains why she is not on social media.

In other words, those trying to search for Nelly Zikalala Instagram page online will find nothing.

Nelly Zikalala facts

The first lady is an inspiring person, both at work and at home.

nelly zikalala facts

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Well, below are quick facts about her you may love to know.

She continues to offer social protection, development, and welfare services to the people of KwaZulu-Natal province.

Apart from her social work career, she is the first lady in the region.

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Moments later, the award-winning DJ shared the video of him and the needy family on his Instagram timeline.

The majority of the fans were touched with the content of the video.

They applauded him for the kind act and encouraged him to continue with the spirit.

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She graduated from Chuka University with a BA degree in Journalism and Mass Communication (2023).

She joined Briefly in 2019.

In 2023, Rodah finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques.

Her email is rodahmugeni998@gmail.com