Cape Town — South African podcaster and radio host Solomzi Sol Phenduka, is grateful for a second lease on life after surviving a car crash earlier this week.
Pictures and videos circulating on X capture the aftermath of the collision, showcasing the wreckage of his car alongside the other vehicle involved.
Sol Phenduka involved in a car accident this morning in Rosebank. pic.twitter.com/cDAe0mk2DY
— MDN NEWS (@MDNnewss) July 22, 2024
When news of the podcaster’s harrowing crash broke, supporters flooded his messages with heartfelt wishes for a speedy recovery. But true to his jovial reputation, some couldn’t resist a playful jab or two amidst the concern.
Here’s a glimpse at some of the comments:
Apparently he was driving without specs pic.twitter.com/OardDQrtO5
— PovertyKiller_Official (@PovertykillerB) July 22, 2024
— LtColonel (@XtraPolitics) July 22, 2024
Nobody:
Mac G at Podcast: “What happened bro,a close friend of mine in Rosebank told me that you drove without your glasses 👓 come on Sol bro why though”😂 pic.twitter.com/AF2PZf3TcI
— Priddyzaddy (@Priddyzaddy) July 22, 2024
I hope he’s fine 😢
— Finch_Master👑 (@Mulaudzi_1) July 22, 2024
Doesn’t look that bad for sure he’s safe!
— SHAMAN (@bad_option88) July 22, 2024
I blame spec-savers pic.twitter.com/opHONYoyen
— Ⓛⓔⓑⓤ (@LebuShai1417) July 22, 2024
After the dramatic footage hit the airwaves, Sol wasted no time in setting the record straight on X. With his trademark wit intact, he assured fans that he emerged from the ordeal unscathed, save for a slightly swollen middle finger.
“Thanks for all the messages ❤️ . I’m 100 % percent okay . Just a swollen middle finger,” he said.
Thanks for all the messages ❤️ . I’m 100 % percent okay . Just a swollen middle finger .
— Thandubuntu Solomzi (@Solphendukaa) July 22, 2024
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Compiled by Lauren Petersen
