Tuesday 25 March 2014

President of South Africa marries for the fourth time

Jacob Suma, president of South Africa tied the knot with Bongi Ngema in a traditional ceremony Friday in the town of Nkandla. Which makes Bongi Ngema one of his four wives now. The president practices the tradition of Zulu, which allows polygamy. Although it is legal in South Africa, polygamy is losing its popularity among younger generation.
 
Unlike many countries, South Africa has no official position of first lady, and the wives remain in homes. Their benefits include a personal secretary, and they accompany the president during travel on a rotating basis.

Ngema, an activist, dated the president for years and they have a 7-year-old son together. 

Source: CNN




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