“I’m Sure My Mom Is Smiling Down”: Cape Town Gent Rebuilds Mum’s Home From Scratch

• A Cape Town entrepreneur completely demolished and rebuilt his late mother's dilapidated home in Mqekezweni, Eastern Cape
• The emotional project was shared on 3 September, showing the house being built from foundation to near completion
• The heartwarming renovation went viral with over 10,000 reactions as South Africans praised the son's dedication to honouring his mother even after her passing

A Cape Town businessman has touched the hearts of thousands after sharing his journey of completely renovating his late mother's home from the ground up.

Facebook user @mondeli.mququ, who is CEO and Co-founder at Sequence Wealth Holdings, posted an emotional video on 3 September 2025 showing the incredible transformation of his mother's house in Mqekezweni, Eastern Cape.

The video begins by showing the shocking state of the original home: a severely dilapidated structure in a rural area that was beyond simple repairs. Instead of patching it up, the devoted son made the bold decision to completely demolish the old house and start fresh. His caption read:

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"I thank God for giving me the strength to resurrect my mother's home. I'm sure that my mum is smiling down from heaven."

The footage takes viewers through every step of the building process. Construction vehicles arrive carrying cement, blocks, pillars, and other essential materials. Workers can be seen mapping out the foundation layout before the real work begins. The video captures men working together to gather sand and other materials, laying the foundation, and slowly building up the walls as rooms start taking shape.

The detailed clip shows different workers handling various tasks. Some are laying blocks, others are clearing rubble from the construction site. As the project progresses, viewers see the walls going up both inside and outside the structure. The front pillars are carefully positioned, and there's a waiting period for the cement to properly dry and set.

Near the end of the video, the son gives a tour of the almost-finished structure. All that remains is the interior plastering, flooring, exterior plastering, electrical work, roofing, doors, windows, painting, and final electrical connections before the home will be ready.

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Mzansi reacts to home renovation

@Phumzile Zimlindile Jnr Mamba praised:

"You are going far. What you did will succeed you more."

@Naledi Sihle Mana Sanqela encouraged:

"Ohhh, brother, you have worked. May God give us the strength to resurrect these homes!"

@Masibonge Sangqu appreciated:

"Ow, well done, buddy. We thank you for the motivation, we thank the creator for you, and all the good works."

@Bonga Ngqola congratulated:

"Well done, my brother..."

@Billy Magistrate Mantyi supported:

"I told you long ago that you would never be weak."

@Someleze Ngoyi blessed:

"The blessing waiting for you can't be compared to anything."

@Banele Dyakopu celebrated:

"Great job, brother."

Why honouring parents matters

According to mrpct.org, honouring parents is a timeless principle that goes beyond simple obedience. It includes respect, gratitude, and appreciation for their sacrifices. This practice strengthens family bonds and instills values that benefit society as a whole.

Honouring parents creates strong family relationships through respect and appreciation, fostering a loving environment that encourages open communication. It also teaches fundamental values and morals that shape character, helping people become responsible and compassionate enough to contribute positively to society.

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• Briefly News recently reported on a construction expert's pricing breakdown for a four-bedroom house, but South Africans questioned whether his R400,000 estimate was missing some major costs.
• A construction engineer shared detailed building estimates that left Mzansi unsatisfied, though the missing information in his breakdown had people asking important questions about hidden expenses.
• A stunning double-story village mansion gave serious Umhlanga vibes and impressed social media users, but the location of this dream home had everyone wondering how they could get the same plans.

Source: Briefly News