“Thank You God, I Got My Own Place”: Woman’s First Apartment Tour Has Mzansi Inspired

“Thank You God, I Got My Own Place”: Woman’s First Apartment Tour Has Mzansi Inspired

  • A young content creator, @zoliswa_gm, celebrated a major life milestone by showing off the keys to her stunning new apartment
  • The video tour revealed a modern living space complete with a fully equipped kitchen, luxurious L-shaped couch, and floor-to-ceiling built-in cupboards
  • South Africans flooded her comments with congratulations and prayers, with many saying her success gives them hope for their own future
A woman's post goes viral.
A woman shared a video showing how she got a new apartment full of modern amenities. Mzansi shared their congratulations. Images: @zoliswa_gm
Source: TikTok

A young South African woman has inspired thousands after sharing her journey into independent living. Content creator @zoliswa_gm, known for her beauty content, took viewers on an emotional tour of her new apartment, showcasing each carefully designed space that now marks her personal milestone.

Watch the TikTok video below.

From house to home

@zoliswa_gm's move from renting to homeownership marks an exciting new chapter in her life as she builds her personal wealth. Her own space means freedom to renovate, decorate, and truly make it her own without permission from a landlord.

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While her homeownership journey inspires many, financial experts stress that renting isn't throwing money away as many believe. Having a place to live always comes with costs, and renting can offer predictable monthly expenses that allow young professionals to save and plan their path to ownership, just as this content creator did.

Financial expert, Farook Mohammed, spoke to Briefly News on balancing renting with saving for homeownership. He stated:

"Saving for a home while renting can feel overwhelming, but it's not impossible. The key is to create a structured budget that prioritizes savings, even if it's a small amount each month. Automating savings, reducing unnecessary expenses, and exploring additional income streams can make a difference over time.
A woman's post went viral.
A young woman shared a video showing her new apartment, and Mzansi was quite taken with the modern living space. Images: @zoliswa_gm
Source: TikTok

Mzansi celebrates her success

@shoki wrote:

"Dear God, I will keep clapping for others until it's my turn... Congratulations stranger👏🏾💐"

@Nosipho_Azanda_Sondia gushed:

"I Love this content 😭😭😭 It gives me so much hope 🙏 Siyabonga 🥂🍾"

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@Shrek shared:

"This is the 4th big girl apartment I see today that means mine is coming too🤭 I'm so so happy for you, you deserve it 🥰"

@esie_06 blessed:

"May God keep blessing you sisi, everything has its time as it said in the book jeremiah29verse11 God has plan for us."

@Khanya_C celebrated:

"Our young sisters are winning this year, we love it for them. Focused girls 😍♥️👌"

@amahle.sibalikhulu prayed:

"Congratulations mama. May you apartment be anointed with the blood of Jesus ❤️"

@Kaytra's🐝 added:

"🥺❤️ To countless more blessings to come"

@Rebecca_V_Perfect_Image said:

"I celebrate with you my sister. One day you will celebrate with me too. A big congratulations🥰"

Other folks getting homes

  • A man's incredible transformation of his village house from a crumbling structure to a modern home left Mzansi speechless. His journey from broken windows to beautiful living spaces had viewers reaching for tissues.
  • A young woman's bold step into property development captured hearts as she shared her home-building progress online. Her determination to create her dream home from scratch inspired thousands.
  • Briefly News also reported on a couple's innovative approach to building their dream home using vibracrete slabs that sparked intense debate. Their modern take on affordable housing had social media divided over an unexpected detail.

Source: Briefly News

Authors:
Nerissa Naidoo avatar

Nerissa Naidoo (Human Interest Editor) Nerissa Naidoo is a versatile writer and editor with expertise across platforms. Currently a human interest writer at Briefly News, she began her career contributing to Morning Lazziness and later specialized in professional documents at Featherpen.org. As a TUW ghostwriter, she focused on non-fiction, while her editorial roles at National Today and Entail.ai honed her skills in content accuracy and expert-driven editing. You can reach her at nerissa.naidoo@briefly.co.za

Farook Mohammed avatar

Farook Mohammed (Visual Artist - Author - Director - Senior Broker) Farook Mohammed is an artist, author, and MIPAD Global Top 100 honouree. A senior broker at SA Gold Coin Exchange and Director of Afro Arabian Empire, he also serves as Deputy Provincial High Commissioner for the Nama Royal House. He blends art, politics, and finance.