Cape Town – Television personality Minnie Dlamini celebrated her 36th birthday on 7 July 2026, marking the occasion with a heartfelt message reflecting on her personal growth and journey of self-belief.
Taking to Instagram, Minnie shared a lengthy post in which she embraced the milestone and the woman she has become.
“Officially out of the youth league. I’m now a certified grown woman,” she wrote.
“And somehow… I feel younger, hotter, more powerful and more myself than ever.”
The television star also opened up about making what she described as one of the boldest decisions of her life this year, saying it reaffirmed her belief in trusting herself.
“This year, I made one of the wildest decisions of my life. It didn’t make sense to everyone, but it made sense to me. Because one thing I’ve learned in 36 years is this: I will always bet on myself.
“Every single time. Not because it’s easy. Not because it’s guaranteed. But because I’ve learned that the greatest investment I’ll ever make is in me.”
Encouraging others to have confidence in themselves, Minnie said she hoped her journey would inspire people to prioritise their own growth.
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“If there’s one thing I hope you take from watching my journey, let it be this: trust yourself enough to choose yourself. Bet on yourself. Even when it’s scary. Especially when it’s scary.”
Reflecting on the past year, she expressed gratitude for the experiences that have shaped her.
“Looking back, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude. For every lesson. Every blessing. Every setback that became a setup. Every version of me that refused to quit. I’m so proud of the woman I’ve become… and even more excited about the woman I’m still becoming. Happy Birthday to me.”
In a video shared on her Instagram Stories on the eve of her birthday, Minnie revealed that she intended to take things easy after spending more than three weeks in the United States.
Throughout her trip, she shared moments from her travels on social media, including videos with her friend and former The Real Housewives of Johannesburg star, Lebo Mokoena.
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Compiled by Glaan Sibuyi
