Gogo Sgebengu Goes Viral in Gumba Challenge and Steals the Show With Her Moves
- A gogo went viral for her hilarious participation in the trending dance challenge, captivating Mzansi with her energy
- Her confident dance moves, complete with expressive facial reactions, proved that age is no barrier to viral trends
- The video sparked conversations about bridging generational gaps through shared online fun, and also united netizens
PAY ATTENTION: You can now search for all your favourite news and topics on Briefly News.
South Africans enthusiastically celebrated Gogo Sgebengu's viral TikTok video, where her spirited and humorous participation in the gumba dance challenge delighted the nation and highlighted the joy of intergenerational online engagement.

Source: TikTok
Mzansi is floored after a recent video of a 60-year-old gogo participating in the popular gumba dance challenge went viral on TikTok. The spirited granny not only embraced the trend but stole the show with her unexpected energy, rhythm, and hilarious moves that had viewers pressing replay.
In the clip, posted by TikTok user @gogosgebengu26, the gogo, dressed like a gangster, mimics the signature gumba dance steps and body language. What made the video so entertaining wasn’t just her moves, but her facial expressions and pure joy while dancing.
She even matched the energy of looking dangerous while performing the challenge. The comments section quickly filled with laughter, praise, and surprise at how effortlessly she pulled it off. Others saw it as a wholesome reminder that elders can be part of social media fun too.
PAY ATTENTION: Briefly News is now on YouTube! Check out our interviews on Briefly TV Life now!
Gogo's joyful dance breaks age barrier
The gumba challenge, which has taken TikTok by storm, features a catchy beat paired with a playful dance style that encourages people to loosen up and get silly. It is usually dominated by younger users, but Gogo Sgebengu proved that age is just a number when it comes to having fun.
The video sparked conversations about how generational gaps can be bridged through moments of shared joy like dancing. It’s not every day that a grandmother becomes a TikTok sensation, but Gogo Sgebengu managed to unite Mzansi, if only for a minute, in laughter and light-hearted fun. As the video continues to trend, many are calling for more appearances from her.

Source: TikTok
Mzansi reacted to the video
Mukwevho shared:
"Later, she’ll be asking for Grandpa powder. 😂😂😂"
MaGumede wrote:
"Play the video at 2x speed, you won’t regret it. 😭"
Ndumie Jobe said:
"I’m never leaving South Africa. 😂😂😂"
Nay_Maps ll
"Mkhulu, she’s fighting for her life. 😩🔥"
Bokamoso Daddy added:
"Challenge closed, we have a winner! 🥇 Gogo Skhotheni!"
Ishuu said:
"These are the beatings the Boers gave us during apartheid… now she’ll be asking for rub rub later. 😭"
RivhaweCarol added:
"We’ll think she’s dancing, but it’s actually a stroke. 😭"
Nobuhle added:
"She was arrested with us back in 1920, I know her! 🤌🏽🔥"
Aloes wrote:
"The walk finished me! 🤞🔥🤣😅"
B.services19 asked:
"Who hyped Gogo up like this? Let her rest! 🤣"
Sbu Mzizi asked:
"So this is what the Amampondo are like? 🤣🤣🤣"
Mo the Graduate added:
"Someone, prep the rub rub, I sense an injury coming this afternoon. 😭😂"
Evelynmmapeu5 commented:
"When did we even get here? 😂🥰 Old age is doing the things!"
Watch the TikTok video below:
3 Briefly News stories about dance challenges
- Quinton Masina shared a video with his fiancée, Kayleigh Schwark, doing the Vatela dance challenge.
- A young woman on TikTok wowed people with her expensive wig while doing the Kamo Mphela dance challenge.
- Two school learners from Cooper College in Johannesburg took part in the latest TikTok dance challenge.
PAY ATTENTION: Follow Briefly News on Twitter and never miss the hottest topics! Find us at @brieflyza!
Source: Briefly News