Grace Mugabe And Minnie Baloyi Stun In Birthday Photos That Wow Zimbabweans
Photos of former First Lady Grace Mugabe and Second Lady Minnie Baloyi taken at Dr Mugabe’s 60th birthday celebrations have caused a stir online, with social media users full of praise for the stylish pair.
Minnie Baloyi, wife to Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, shared the tribute post on Sunday 3 August at 21:13 on her official Facebook page, captioned:
“Cheers to more happy blessed years Amai and Tete (Mwenewazvo) at the same time
. You aging gracefully.”
The photos and the message sparked an outpouring of admiration and nostalgia from Zimbabweans across the globe.
‘Gucci Mai Bona’ Turns 60 In Style
The images, taken during the 60th birthday celebration of Dr Grace Mugabe, showed her donning an elegant outfit alongside Minnie Baloyi in coordinated colours. The two looked every bit the part, with commentators calling them “iconic” and “exquisite”.
One Facebook user, Tanya Titi Chirimanyemba, wrote:
“Gucci Mai Bona aging like fine wine!!!!!
”
Top fan Zoe Vocals chimed in:
“What use is the word elegant if it can’t be used to describe you both!”
Stembeni Marcia Maka added:
“60 never looked this good… makangura askana
.”
Social Media Applauds The Fashion And Unity
Beyond the birthday wishes, the post struck a chord for what it seemed to symbolise — unity and elegance within Zimbabwe’s political elite.
Richard Runyararo Mahomva commented:
“The aroma of unity and love.”
Rue Rue Nkomo was equally impressed:
“Wow our former First Lady she’s still as fine as a teenager.”
Minnie’s gesture was widely seen as an expression of class and respect, with one commenter, Doris Marutta, saying:
“Thank you makoti Minnie Baloyi for gracing the occasion. You too look beautiful
”
Some even took a humorous turn, with references to Grace Mugabe’s iconic fashion nickname, “Gucci Grace”, with comments like:
“Gucci Grace is aging backwards,” from Chantelle Fah Makwanya.
Others echoed similar sentiments:
“Doctor Amai aging with grace,” wrote Enitah Matanda.
Reactions Flood In From Across The Country
Within hours, the Facebook post had attracted thousands of likes and hundreds of comments. From “Rich aunties” to “Our fashion conquerors”, the tributes reflected both affection and admiration.
Mai Tanaka said:
“Happy Birthday
Gire”
While Fortunate Mandigora observed:
“These 2 ladies vakaita course ye smart n graduated zvekutodaro mhani. Happy birthday Mama Gucci”
Many took the opportunity to affectionately refer to the former First Lady as “Soko”, a praise name linked to her clan totem. Several simply wrote:
“Happy birthday Soko
The birthday images, which showcase an almost regal aesthetic, have since gone viral, becoming the talk of Zimbabwean Facebook over the weekend. They also reignited memories of the former First Lady’s once-prominent fashion legacy, with one user remarking:
“Grace is a better version of aging with style.”
- Also Read: Pictures: Grace Mugabe Celebrates 60th Birthday with Private Luxury Party at Blue Roof Mansion
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