Taarab singer Khadija Kopa, who is also the mother of Zuchu, recently shed light on the persistent rumors surrounding her daughter’s relationship with the renowned Tanzanian Bongo star, Diamond Platnumz. In a candid interview with Wasafi Media, Khadija clarified that their cultural customs play a pivotal role in recognizing a formal relationship, and Diamond Platnumz has not completed the necessary traditional steps to be officially acknowledged as Zuchu’s husband. She emphasized that their cultural tradition dictates that a person can only be recognized as being in a formal relationship with a woman after complying with specific customs, especially the payment of dowry.
Despite the extensive speculation and media attention surrounding the connection between Zuchu and Diamond Platnumz, Khadija stressed that the exact nature of their relationship remains a mystery to her. Zuchu has not yet introduced her partner officially, and Khadija encouraged potential suitors to express their intentions, reiterating that Diamond has not officially married her daughter.
In a recent twist, Zuchu addressed her relationship with Diamond amid rumors of a potential separation. To quell these speculations, the two publicly shared a kiss during a performance, reaffirming their commitment and bond to each other. The public display of affection served as a testament to the enduring nature of their relationship, although the formal recognition in accordance with their cultural norms is yet to be completed.
Khadija’s statements make it clear that in their cultural context, the acknowledgment of a relationship only occurs after the dowry has been paid, and Diamond Platnumz is not Zuchu’s husband or fiancé until these traditional steps are taken. As such, the status of their relationship remains subject to their cultural traditions, and Zuchu’s introduction of her partner will signal the formalization of their union.
