“Brotherhood Forever”: Venda Gents Throw Baby Shower for Expectant Dad, Melt Hearts Online

“Brotherhood Forever”: Venda Gents Throw Baby Shower for Expectant Dad, Melt Hearts Online

  • A group of Venda men turned heads online when they hosted a baby shower for their friend, gifting him nappies and essentials while singing joyfully
  • The video touched hearts by redefining how men express care and emotion, and it became a moment of sincerity and unity
  • It wasn’t just about the gifts; it was about showing that friendship among men can also be tender, loyal, and deeply emotional

South Africans were deeply moved by the Venda gents who turned a simple baby shower into a celebration of brotherhood, support, and positive masculinity.

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A snapshot that reflects the creator’s role in sharing memorable and engaging content. Image: @sydneyramakuwela
Source: TikTok

A heartwarming moment was shared by TikTok user @sydneyramakuwela on 5 October 2025, showing a group of Venda men hosting a baby shower for their friend. The video, which went viral with over 80,000 likes and more than 1,000 comments, captured the men singing joyfully while presenting packs of nappies and baby gifts. The post’s caption read:

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“We’re more than friends; we love and support one another. Bless our brotherhood!”

The video offered a refreshing perspective on male friendships and support systems. In a society where emotional vulnerability among men isn’t always celebrated, these gents showed that brotherhood goes beyond fun and laughter. Their act of love and care for their friend sparked conversations about positive masculinity and community spirit in South Africa.

South Africans celebrate brotherhood and unity

Within a day, the post spread rapidly across TikTok and other social media platforms. Users praised the men for breaking stereotypes and showcasing genuine care and joy. Many viewers said they were moved by the gesture, calling it a reminder that support doesn’t always come from women; men can also show deep compassion and empathy for each other.

Viewers flooded the comments section with love and admiration, calling the men role models and applauding their emotional maturity. The video became a celebration of South African brotherhood and cultural pride, showing that love and support remain strong values in communities across the country.

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Brothers gathering to celebrate a special occasion with joy
A group of friends showing brotherhood and support at a celebration. Image: @sydneyramakuwela
Source: TikTok

Mzansi reacted to the video

Simamkele_asiveG wrote:

“Absent fathers will think they’re performing a ritual. 😭”

Katchiful wrote:

“Plot twist: the real father is celebrating with him. 🥺💔”

yvonnekhowa wrote:

“Uthole ukuth bathenge Size 1 bonke. 😭”

Mrs_Ness wrote:

“Can you please be friends with my husband? 😭”

Cornelia_wamotheo.91 wrote:

“Truly speaking, this gender is so happy without us shem. 🥰🥰”

Dee wrote:

“Four months paternity leave. 🧬💃🏾🕺🏾”

Nashohmashoboda wrote:

“Ngyaqala ukubona ingane enobaba abaningi kanje. 🤔🤣 This is cute. ❤️”

She Hopes wrote:

“These pampers are for eight months. 😭🥺”

Check out the TikTok video below:

3 other Briefly News stories about baby showers

  • A heartwarming TikTok video captured a group of friends surprising their expectant mother friend with a cheque card at her baby shower.
  • A TikTok content creator known for treating his pit bulls like family members threw a baby shower for his pregnant dog, stunning Mzansi.
  • A group of friends threw a light-hearted baby shower for an expectant father, complete with a braai, music, and gifts for the baby.

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Gloria Masia Gloria Masia is a Human Interest Writer at Briefly News. She holds a Diploma in Public Relations from UNISA and a Diploma in Journalism from Rosebank College. With over six years of experience, Gloria has worked in digital marketing, online TV production, and radio. Email:gloria.masia@briefly.co.za