Oprah? In South Africa? Winning a grocery voucher? A hilarious post has Mzansi in stitches!
Johannesburg, South Africa (17 February 2025) – Social media is in stitches after a photo of a woman with a slight resemblance to Oprah Winfrey went viral… and South Africans can’t get enough of it!
The unknown woman, seen holding a winning Shoprite voucher, has sparked waves of hilarious commentary online. Adding to the fun is an inquisitive onlooker in the background, whose shocked expression has become part of the joke.
The viral moment appears to have started with a Facebook post from the page “Jan Van Potgieter.” But, as with all good internet gold, it quickly spread across X (formerly Twitter), Reddit and Threads.
And Mzansi’s sense of humour is on full display, with comments that have left the internet in tears of laughter.
“You & you & you & you everybody has won a Shoprite voucherrrrr”
“Dave Chapelle in the back can’t believe his eyes: Oprah is the one being given something for once.”
“She doesn’t look impressed because she owns everything”
“Our sense of humour! Priceless”
This viral moment reminds us of the magic of shared laughter—a simple photo turned into joy for thousands. It’s a perfect example of how humour can brighten timelines and unite strangers.
Mzansi’s ability to find joy in the every day is truly unmatched, turning ordinary moments into unforgettable memories.
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