Influencer Akreana Buys Land to Build a Home for Her Mother, Shares Emotional Post

• South African influencer Akreana, known for her viral 'O Jewa Ke Eng' tweet, announced she bought land in an emotional social media post
• Keabetswe Jan, who rose to fame at 19, revealed the land purchase is dedicated to building a home for her mother
• The actress and philanthropist reflected on seasons of doubt and delayed dreams before reaching this milestone

South African influencer Akreana has sent Mzansi into a frenzy after announcing she purchased land, sharing a deeply personal message about faith, perseverance, and family. The popular social media personality, whose real name is Keabetswe Jan, posted the news on her social media, writing:

"Anyways guys, I did a thing! 🥹🤍 There were days I didn't know how things would work out. Doors closed, dreams were delayed, and I questioned what was next. But through every setback, every tear, and every season of waiting, God never left me. Today, I stand on the land I was once only praying for, building a home for the woman who built me. If there's one thing I've learned, it's that God's timing is never late, and His promises never fail. Isaiah 60:22 #landowner #homebuilding #dreamhome."

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Who is Akreana?

Keabetswe aka Akreana first captured South Africa's attention in 2019 when her "O Jewa Ke Eng" tweet went viral at just 19 years old, becoming one of the most retweeted posts in the world at the time. The attention she received helped cement her status as a recognisable young personality in the local entertainment space.

Before social media turned her into a household name, she was studying nursing and had quietly been nurturing a passion for acting since high school, where she studied Dramatic Arts and played Sharpay in a school production of High School Musical.

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From viral tweet to television

In 2020, Keabetswe made a significant move into acting after being shortlisted for a role on SABC 2's Sesotho drama Lithapo. She landed the character of Lebo, a confident, privileged Model-C girl from the suburbs who uses her social influence to intimidate girls she considers a threat.

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Keabetswe acknowledged that Lebo was nothing like her in real life, but she embraced the challenge of stepping outside her comfort zone. She also credited the Lithapo cast and crew for guiding her through her first major on-screen experience.

Now, years after that breakout moment, she stands on land she describes as an answered prayer, with plans to build a home for her mother.

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Tsontso and her partner went house shopping and filmed the experience for her followers on X.

The couple revealed they would be paying cash for the property, with transfer fees totalling around R130,000.

Source: Briefly News