Zuchu reveals she would have preferred cash over Diamond’s Ksh1M handbag gift
Tanzanian singer Zuhura Othman, alias Zuchu, has shared her thoughts on an extravagant gift she recently received from her hubby, singer Diamond Platnumz, revealing that she might have preferred cash over the luxury item.
Speaking shortly after headlining the GaraBallantines dinner held in Milimani City on Saturday, February 14, 2026, Zuchu revealed that the handbag, valued at approximately Tsh21 million (approximately Ksh1.05 million), was a generous gesture from Diamond.
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While she appreciated the sentiment, she admitted that the gift was not something she personally needed.
“To be honest, if I knew Diamond was buying me that bag, I would have asked him to give me cash instead of splashing all that on the bag, because I would not have wanted the bag,” she explained.
Despite her preference for money, Zuchu said she still values receiving thoughtful items as gifts.
“But again, I feel like it’s okay to have items as gifts instead of money from time to time. It’s okay, it’s not bad,” she added, reflecting on the balance between practicality and sentiment in gift-giving.
GaraBallantine’s performance
During the special lovers’ event held in Milimani City, the ‘Sukari’ hitmaker was swept off her feet by a heartfelt gesture from her husband, Diamond Platnumz, who invited her to dance with him on stage.
A video shared on Instagram by Wasafi FM on Sunday, February 15, 2026, captured the magical moment as the couple received loud cheers from the audience.
Diamond held Zuchu’s hand and sang to her, their eyes locked in an intimate and tender gaze that left fans swooning.
The event was also graced by a host of Tanzanian celebrities and entertainers.
Fast-rising singer D Voice performed alongside Diamond, while singer Kassim Mganga, TV personality Ammygal TZ, actor MC Garab, Diamond’s brother Ricardo Momo, and social media stars Iddy Santos and Issa Azam added to the star-studded lineup.
With a black-and-red theme, the performers went all out to impress, and Zuchu’s elegant presence stood out.
Other guests who showcased stunning ensembles included singer Ben Pol, music video director Peter Msechu, comedian Leonardo, songstress Melissa John, media personality Kayla Medy, singer Ladha Sol, and actor Abdulrazak Salum Mubarak, among many others.
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