Boko celebrates wedding in style

Mr and Mrs Boko looked stunning in their traditional Xhosa attire. PIC: KEBOFHE MATHE
Mr and Mrs Boko looked stunning in their traditional Xhosa attire. PIC: KEBOFHE MATHE

There was nothing really striking about leader of Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) Duma Boko’s wedding in Moshupa on Saturday.

However, the ceremony at Phuting ward was unique in its own way. It was a celebration of love and tradition as the couple opted for simple outfits and décor during the morning church service before quickly sliding into traditional Xhosa outfits later in the afternoon.

Contrary to common practice the church service was held at the family home comprising of relatives and a few neighbours. For longer periods Boko showed very little emotion while his bride just giggled as  the pastor addressed the congregation sited under the white netting.

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