At the star-studded 2024 Earthshot Prize Awards, all eyes were on the dazzling guests, including South African household brands Bonang Matheba and Nomzamo Mbatha. The glitzy green carpet had everyone in awe as these two iconic figures rubbed shoulders with global stars like Prince William and US actor Billy Porter. However, eagle-eyed fans couldn’t help but notice an intriguing detail: the palpable tension between Bonang and Nomzamo.
While both women looked nothing short of fabulous, with Bonang stunning in a glimmering gown and Nomzamo turning heads in her chic ensemble, the body language between them told a different story. Despite sharing the same space, fans observed that the two didn’t exchange even a simple nod or glance as they posed for photos with the other high-profile attendees.
Social media was buzzing with theories. In a video shared by @MusaKhawula, the lack of interaction between Bonang and Nomzamo was noted, with Khawula even suggesting that the “longstanding tension” between the two was clearly visible. Fans were quick to pick up on the awkwardness and started speculating about what might be behind the icy silence.
Of course, where there’s smoke, there’s fire, and the socials exploded with thoughts. Some fans argued that both women are powerful, successful in their own right, and shouldn’t be caught up in any drama. “They are both beautiful and powerful women in their own rights, they really don’t need all that tension,” one fan commented, clearly hoping for a little peace between the stars.
Others, however, took a more playful approach, commenting on the contrast between Bonang’s lifestyle and Nomzamo’s rising fame. “The other one is making money moves, the other one moves with money,” one X user cheekily posted, suggesting that while both are wealthy, their ways of living may be different.
While there’s no official word on any rift between Bonang and Nomzamo, this small interaction—or lack thereof—has left fans curious. Could there be some unresolved tension brewing behind the scenes, or is it simply the case of two strong personalities in a high-pressure, glamorous setting? For now, it’s all speculation.
