Amanda Manku Honours Her Late Mother Through New King Monada Song

Skeem Saam actress Amanda Manku has shared a heartfelt moment in her career, revealing that King Monada has helped her fulfil her late mother’s dream by featuring her on his new song titled Sleep Over. The song is part of King Monada’s latest album, I Khant Do Dhis Enimo, and carries deep emotional meaning for Amanda.

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Manku explained that the song is a tribute to her late mother and grandmother, who were tragically murdered in 2021. She expressed her gratitude in a touching Instagram post, writing:

“King Monada, Thank you from the deepest part of my heart for featuring me on your album. This song is more than just music to me, it’s for the little girl in me. It’s in honour of my late mother and grandmother, the women who shaped me, loved me, and still guide me in spirit but more than anything, they loved you.

You helped me make my mother’s dream of having me on a song with you a reality. I’ve always loved Limpopo music, and working with you made this journey even more meaningful. Thank you for seeing my vision, for your kindness, and for helping me honour them in a way I’ll cherish forever. I’m truly, truly grateful.”

In September 2024, Amanda opened up about the tragic deaths of her mother, Gladys Manku, and her grandmother, Letty Maphothoma. The two women were shot and killed in 2021 on their way home after fetching water. Their deaths left Amanda devastated and fighting through years of pain.

During an emotional interview on Mommy Diaries with actress Pasi Koetle, Amanda spoke about how the loss changed her life.

“From 2021, I’ve been on autopilot. I’m kinda realising that I’m coming back to earth. And 2024 has been that year for me. Things happen in our lives,” she said.

She shared that losing both her mother and grandmother broke her in ways she is still healing from.

“Something inside me also died on the day they both died,” Amanda confessed.

She also described her special bond with her mother, who had her at the age of 15.

“She was my friend, and my gran was my mum. When both of them died, I was angry with God. I was angry that He took the two women I knew, who were God-fearing and prayerful.”

Reflecting on her healing journey, she added:

“I thought I was fine… all along I was on autopilot, and it was as if they were visiting from somewhere. Losing your mum is something else.”

Although the pain remains, Amanda says working on the song with King Monada has brought her comfort and allowed her to honour the two women who meant everything to her.