{"id":44715,"date":"2025-12-11T13:59:02","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T13:59:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eduzim.co.zw\/news\/?p=44715"},"modified":"2025-12-11T13:59:02","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T13:59:02","slug":"x-repos-xolani-maphanga-hospitalised-after-terrifying-pool-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eduzim.co.zw\/news\/2025\/12\/11\/x-repos-xolani-maphanga-hospitalised-after-terrifying-pool-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"X Repo\u2019s Xolani Maphanga Hospitalised After Accident"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script data-jetpack-boost=\"ignore\" async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1669381584671856\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Africa tv video display -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1669381584671856\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3579572842\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script data-jetpack-boost=\"ignore\">\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p><h2>Recovering in hospital after the accident that left fans and netizens deeply concerned.<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Moja Love <em>X Repo <\/em>fans were left shaken this week after news broke that the show\u2019s widely respected presenter Xolani Maphanga was hospitalised following a frightening near-drowning incident at his home.<\/p>\n<p>The dramatic accident unfolded on the morning of Saturday, 6 December 2025, when Maphanga slipped while doing chores and fell into his swimming pool, breaking his left leg in the process.<gwmw style=\"display: none; background-color: transparent;\"\/><gwmw style=\"display:none;\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The injury rendered him unable to swim or pull himself to safety. Thankfully, a quick-thinking neighbour heard his cries for help and rushed over, managing to pull the presenter out of the water just in time. <\/p>\n<p>Emergency services were called to the scene and Maphanga was immediately taken to a nearby hospital for urgent care.<\/p>\n<p><strong>ALSO READ:<\/strong> SA DJs steal the spotlight as Babyface prepares for sold-out All White Soul Sessions Concert<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"609\" alt=\"Picture X\" class=\"wp-image-4255187\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/eduzim.co.zw\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/X-Repos-Xolani-Maphanga-Hospitalised-After-Accident.jpg?resize=474%2C609&#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"609\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/eduzim.co.zw\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/X-Repos-Xolani-Maphanga-Hospitalised-After-Accident.jpg?resize=474%2C609&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Picture X\" class=\"wp-image-4255187\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>According to his management team, the television host underwent the first of two operations on Sunday to stabilise the fracture. A second operation, scheduled for Thursday, will see steel plates inserted into his leg to support recovery.<gwmw style=\"display:none;\"\/><\/p>\n<p>As a result of the incident, filming for the popular reality show <em>X Repo <\/em>has been temporarily halted. Known for his firm, no-nonsense approach when tackling cases on the programme, Maphanga still managed to reassure viewers despite his condition. <\/p>\n<p>The news has sparked an overwhelming wave of public reaction. <\/p>\n<p>Netizens across social media platforms have been sending heartfelt messages of support, encouragement and prayers for his recovery. <gwmw style=\"display:none;\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Many shared how the presenter\u2019s bravery and dedication have inspired them over the years, while others emphasised how the accident is a reminder to them that even the strongest personalities are not immune to everyday dangers, especially around water. <\/p>\n<p>One Netizen suggested he learn how to swim.<gwmw style=\"display:none;\"\/><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script data-jetpack-boost=\"ignore\" async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1669381584671856\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Africa tv video display -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1669381584671856\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3579572842\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script data-jetpack-boost=\"ignore\">\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n#Repos #Xolani #Maphanga #Hospitalised #Accident<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Recovering in hospital after the accident that left fans and netizens deeply concerned. 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