A South African family shattered by the sudden loss of their 29-year-old daughter, Primrose Vale, to malaria in Lagos, Nigeria, during the festive season, has found solace through the extraordinary generosity of billionaire Xolane Ndhlovu.
The talented makeup artist’s death left the Vale family not only heartbroken but also facing the daunting financial burden of repatriating her remains, a cost exceeding R97,000.
In a remarkable act of compassion, Mr. Ndhlovu donated R100,000, a gesture that profoundly impacted the family, enabling them to bring their beloved daughter home for a proper burial.
Overwhelmed with gratitude, a family spokesperson acknowledged Mr. Ndhlovu’s incredible kindness as a beacon of hope in their darkest hour. The community’s support also highlighted the often-overlooked financial challenges that accompany tragedy abroad.
Primrose’s untimely passing serves as a poignant reminder of life’s fragility and the ongoing threat posed by malaria.
Mr. Ndhlovu’s timely and generous contribution underscores the profound difference one act of empathy can make, offering the grieving family a measure of peace.
Well known for his humility and philanthropic spirit, Ndhlovu made headlines in 2024 when he gifted a house to Thandile Ramza, an unemployed single mother from East London, South Africa, whom he met on Facebook. Ramza had initially reached out for food assistance — but left with a job, a car, and eventually a brand-new home, thanks to the tech billionaire’s compassion.
