Briefly.co.za spoke to Mashra Marsh, who is the great-granddaughter of the seasoned lady.

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Lomalanga Masuku is 116 years old and recently celebrated her birthday on the 1st of January, 2021.

She was born in 1905 and has been living her colourful life ever since.

Her family wanted to confirm that she had a beautiful birthday and celebrated the day with her.

Reaching milestones: 116 year old Gogo celebrated by her family

Lomalanga Masuku has lived quite a life and her family appreciates that she is still around even today.Source: Original

Mashra spoke about her Lomalanga’s life story and the reasons why her family appreciates her so much.

She also used to make homemade brooms and sell them.

Lomalanga used the money she raised from her business ventures to provide for her family.

Reaching milestones: 116 year old Gogo celebrated by her family

Gogo Lomalanga recently celebrated her 116th birthday surrounded by her close family as she reached another milestone in life.Source: Original

Mashra is mesmerised by Lomalanga’s good memory in her old age.

Mashra says that her great-grandmother is still good at telling them useful stories and fairytales.

She wishes that she lives for even longer.

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In other inspirational news,Briefly.co.zareported thatMzansiswooned over a grandpacarrying a little one on his back with a towel.

Grandparents are really just angels on earth sent to spread warmth and happiness with their loved ones.

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Thando MpembeThando Mpembe is a sports journalist who has a passion for all things entertainment.

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