Wedding goers in Zambia were treated to an unexpected show when a woman stormed into a church with children in tow and interrupted the ceremony. She demanded the wedding be stopped because the groom was her husband.
The groom, Abraham Muyunda, is married to Caroline Mubita and they share three children. Muyunda had allegedly told his wife that he was going to town for work, but in reality, he was attending his own wedding at a Catholic church in Chainda, Lusaka.
Mubita had been told by neighbours that her husband was to marry another woman, causing her to rush to interrupt the ceremony.
In a video, Mubita storms into the church with a child strapped to her back, and can be heard saying, “The wedding cannot go on. This man right here is my husband. I don’t know what is happening here.”
The groom has since been handed over to the police and may face a criminal charge of bigamy, which is illegal in Zambia. The crime could carry a sentence of up to seven years, under Zambian law.
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Stephan Claasen (53) proposed to his love Noleen Gysman (52), a manager at Clicks, with an audience of shoppers cheering them on.
The video of their special moment was shared to Facebook, and has been viewed over 150 000 times.
The pair have allegedly been together since June, but have a long history as they dated 35 years ago when they lived in Outshoorn. According to IOL, a mutual friend brought them back together in February 2020, and the rest is history.
Congratulations to the happy couple!
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Music is one of the important parts of your wedding reception, because people come together on the dance floor. It’s the music that truly has the power to make or break the wedding reception so choosing what should be played at your wedding is a big decision to make.
At the end of the day, it comes down to personal preference and costs, so here’s a look at the pros and cons of a live wedding band or DJ.
A live band
In South Africa, a live band at a private function like a wedding costs roughly R 12 000 to R30 000. Prices vary based on your location and other factors, like the size of the band.
Pros
– Live song requests – people and the couple can ask the band to play their favourite songs
– It is more personal than a DJ
– It appeals to younger and older guests
– You and your guests will experience the pleasure of a live performance
Cons
– The big disadvantage of hiring a band is that they tend to be a tad expensive
– Bands also take up more space than a DJ
– The travelling cost and accommodation might be your responsibility if the band is not local
– A band might have one genre of music throughout
A DJ
Private function DJs can cost anywhere between R6500 to R12 000, while celebrity DJ prices range from R20 000 to R45 000. Plenty of couples hire a wedding DJ and prefer the diversity of music over a live band.
Pros
– A DJ can play different genres of music to appeal to a larger crowd
– They don’t require much space to set up
– They are usually local unless you want a celeb DJ
Cons
– Your wedding reception lives and dies depending on the DJ
– Since DJ equipment is usually a bit more “techy” it comes with a lot of wires – and sometimes it can look a little messy
– The equipment could crash and that would be the end of music and the vibe it brings
Some people prefer to have both, a DJ and a live band, to cater to everyone. The band is usually reserved for the romantic first dance. If this is the kind of vibe you want, then you should look into the cost of it all.
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While weddings are known as traditional and sometimes sacred passages of life, in the 2020s many couples are looking for a more modern approach to declaring their love.
Here are some ways to modernise your wedding and bring it into the 21st Century without losing the magic.
Reconsider your outfits
The white wedding dress may be your dream but it does scream traditional. If you’re wanting to update your wedding, try a colourful dress or a more modern silhouette, either a sleeker dress or even a jumpsuit or pantsuit.
You can also consider the outfits for your wedding party if you decide to have one. Rather than the classic flowy bridesmaid’s dress, consider something more streamlined and less ethereal.
Choose a new age venue
A grand old building might be the fairytale for some, but a more modern wedding needs cleaner lines and less stained glass. Museums, art galleries and even libraries are unique venue choices many modern couples are opting for.
Outside weddings can be an easy option or those held in recently built wine farm venues. Think big windows, clean lines and a neutral palette (although an accent wall and some modern art wouldn’t hurt either).
Be sure to keep your decor and furnishing in line with this look, unless you specifically enjoy an exciting clash of styles.
Ditch the wedding party
Big weddings with groomsmen, bridesmaids, flower girls and ring bearers might be great for some but, as with most things modern, simpler is often better.
Rather than having everyone up there with you, have your friends pull through with all the assistance you need without the special procession at the altar. They can still plan your bachelorette or kitchen tea and say speeches if you want but there isn’t much of a need for them to be front and centre.
Leave-out the silly extras
Since you’re wanting to keep this sleek and stylish, leave out all the ridiculous traditions that, while fun, if you’re not a believer, can sometimes become absurd.
Take out the bouquet toss and spare your single friends the cringe, ditch the garter and avoid the cringe yourself, make your entrance your way and try something more exciting than rice. If you don’t want to dance in front of everyone first then you don’t have to.
This part is really about you and what you want from the day. You can even decide to incorporate newer traditions or ones that are entirely your own.
Stray from the standard format
If you’re not keeping it classic, why not do it your way? Have the ceremony in the middle of the event or incorporate something you love into the entertainment. If you’re going to take pictures, why not leave your guests getting the party started with a silent disco? The list of options are endless but the point is you don’t need to feel hamstrung by the regimen of ceremony, drinks, dinner and dancing.
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