Anele Zondo, popularly known as Ney The Bae, is not here for the hate – and she made that very clear with a fierce clapback on Instagram. The rapper, presenter, and fashion trendsetter recently responded to a rude comment about her music career and age. The comment, written in isiZulu, said:
“I think once you reach 30, you’re already old, and if you have a child, stop singing — I’m not even talking about rapping.”
Anele, who is in her 30’s , didn’t stay silent. She posted the comment on her Instagram story with a confident reply: “POV: My response to all hate cause my life just started at 30.”
Alongside her post, she shared a stunning video of herself looking bold and beautiful in a tight black mini dress that showed off her curves and legs. She paired the outfit with black fur knee-high boots, making it clear that she’s embracing her confidence and not letting negative comments get to her.
Anele’s powerful message came recently after she was announced as a nominee for Best Styled Artist of the Year at the Basadi in Music Awards, taking place in August 2025. The nomination celebrates her strong sense of fashion and her ability to turn heads both on and off stage.
But that’s not all she’s been working on. In May 2025, Anele launched her new clothing line, Ney Merch × Iconic Black, a bold streetwear collection that reflects her unapologetic personality. The brand dropped a statement that read:
“This isn’t just merch. It’s high-end storytelling in every thread… built for visionaries, rebels, and creators who don’t wait for a green light. They move.”
They also praised Anele’s growth and fearless journey, saying: “Ney The Bae, a cultural force in South Africa, is proof of what happens when style, hustle, and purpose collide… This drop reflects that: bold, elevated, iconic.”
Anele shared her excitement on social media, writing: “Hands up!!! Take your cards out of your wallets – Ney Merch x Iconic Black now available with worldwide shipping: link in bio.”
The clothing line includes unisex heavyweight t-shirts, oversized drop-shoulder tees and stylish crop tops in bold colours like shrimp-skin, orange, and khaki
Through it all, Anele Zondo is sending a clear message — she’s thriving, confident, and just getting started. Thirty isn’t the end. For her, it’s the beginning.
