Katlego Sekhu

Orlando Pirates captain Innocent Maela has reportedly married his long-time girlfriend and sports presenter Zenande Funani.
The couple is said to have exchanged vows on Human Rights Day surrounded by loved ones
Pictures from the event have since surfaced online where Funani is seen in a joyful mood as she donned traditional isiXhosa bridal attire.
Funani took to social media to share her excitement, writing, “I cannot believe that I’m about to marry my best friend! I love and appreciate that man so much! He is so excited, and that makes me even more excited! Oh, iSthandwa sam. God has been so good to us.”
Her heartfelt post was met with an outpouring of well-wishes from her followers.
I cannot believe that I'm about to marry my best friend! I love and appreciate that man down! He is so excited and that makes me even more excited! Oh iSthandwa sam🐄♥️♾️ God has been so good to us.
— Zenande Funani (@NandeFunani) March 21, 2025
Zenande Funani, a presenter on SuperSport, has been steadily making a name for herself in the sports broadcasting world.
Her new husband, Innocent Maela, is a respected defender and the captain of Orlando Pirates. He has also represented Bafana Bafana.
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