KELLY KHUMALO, SONIA MBELE & SA’S BIGGEST STARS UNITE FOR CELEBRITY DRIVE 2025
Diana Kinyanjui 
The who’s who of South African entertainment descended on Sun City’s Palace Hotel for Celebrity Drive 2025, creating the year’s most talked-about celebrity gathering. From music sensation Kelly Khumalo to beloved screen legends Sonia Mbele and Sophie Ndaba, the guest list read like a South African Hall of Fame.
Fashion maverick Gert-Johan Coetzee, media personality Zikhona Zodlaka, social media sensation Katz Sinovesan, acclaimed actress Simphiwe Ngema, musical icon Simphiwe Dana, style maven Tansey Coetzee, and presenter Lethabo Lejoy joined the exclusive roster, proving that Celebrity Drive attracts talent across every entertainment sphere. The diversity of South Africa’s creative industries was on full display throughout the luxury weekend.
SABC Trends provided exclusive behind-the-scenes access, documenting every moment from the BMW Menlyn luxury fleet departure in Gauteng to the emotional charity finale in Rustenburg. Viewers witnessed authentic moments away from the red carpet—celebrities in
their element, connecting, laughing, and giving back.
Herbelin’s Swiss craftsmanship adorned celebrity wrists, while Lascento’s exclusive Xerjoff fragrance collection added an international luxury touch to the proudly South African celebration. J’adore Champagne flowed freely, creating that perfect blend of sophistication and celebration our stars deserved.
Gert-Johan Coetzee didn’t just attend—he transformed the Gala Dinner into an exclusive Fashion Week showcase. Professional models from SYNC Models strutted his latest collection down the runway, while Lungstar Creations’ dramatic room décor created the perfect backdrop for fashion magic. Guests witnessed couture artistry unfold over Glenfiddich tastings. Uniq Brows’ Natalie Naidoo delivered a powerful speech about authentic beauty, resonating with female stars who understand the pressure of perfection. Her message of confidence through self-acceptance struck a chord with the audience.
The weekend’s most powerful moment came during the Rustenburg charity drive. Watching Tansey Coetzee, Omuhle Gela, Sonia Mbele, Sophie Ndaba, and other stars interact with children at the HIV-care facility proved that true celebrity lies in using your platform for
Celebrity Drive Team for good. McDonald’s and the Mmakola Foundation’s partnership made the impact even more meaningful.
Celebrity Drive 2025 reminded us why our local talent deserves world-class treatment. As SABC’s cameras captured every laugh, every tear, and every genuine moment, it became clear this wasn’t just an event—it was a love letter to South African excellence. Celebrity Drive 2026 can’t come soon enough.
SALM TEAM 
