South African radio and TV personality Unathi Nkayi marked her 47th birthday on Thursday, 6 November 2025, with an emotional and inspiring reflection on life, growth, and new beginnings. The beloved star, known for her authenticity and warm spirit, celebrated not only another year of life but also a new chapter—symbolized by her bold new pixie hairstyle.
Taking to Instagram, Unathi shared a touching video of herself flaunting the sleek cut she had been contemplating with her hairstylist for more than a decade. The look symbolizes change, healing, and self-empowerment—fitting for someone stepping confidently into a new season of her life.
Reflecting on her 46th birthday, Unathi opened up about her father, the late Sakhiwo M. Nkayi, and the final moments they shared before his passing. “On my birthday last year, my father told me he was ready to leave us. He said, ‘I am tired now, my child, and there is nothing I have not done for you.’ We spent his last weeks on earth tightly knit, and I thank God for that insight and blessing,” she wrote.
In a deeply personal post, Unathi revealed that this year she decided to gift herself two things that represent her growth and renewal. She shared, “I gifted myself with two things for my birthday. Education and newness. I’m currently submitting for my masters candidacy at home @rhodes_university and got a cut by @sonnymagic_hair that we’ve been discussing for over 15 years. On my birthday last year my father told me he was ready to leave us. He said ‘Ndidiniwe mna ngoku mntanam and akhonto ndinganenzelanga yona’ which means ‘I am tired now my child and there is nothing I have not done for you.’ We spent his last weeks on earth tightly knit and I thank God for that insight and BLESSING. Today I thought I would be sad but I’m not. The heavens have opened and I welcome this beautiful rainy day of blessings. CAMAGU.”
Her post resonated with thousands of fans who were moved by her openness and strength. Many celebrated her resilience, noting how her story serves as a reminder of gratitude, acceptance, and spiritual renewal.
The media personality also shared a glimpse of her day at work, where colleagues and listeners showered her with love and appreciation. She wrote, “THANK YOU to all of you for your LOVE. ¡Zolo was intensely beautiful to say the least. To the beautiful souls who recorded these messages. To all of you who sent messages, comments and called. NDIYABULELA.”
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