Zuchu’s mum concerned she has yet to meet Diamond’s mum despite their marriage
By Steve Ireri, February 27, 2026Taarab icon Khadija Kopa, who is Tanzanian songstress Zuchu’s mum, has expressed concern that Diamond Platnumz has yet to officially introduce her to his mother despite marrying her daughter many months ago.
Speaking during an interview with a local Bongo radio station on Friday, February 27, 2026, Kopa revealed that the lack of formal introduction stems from the private nature of Diamond and Zuchu’s marriage, which she described as unusual and kept secret.
Because of this, both families, meaning the in-laws, have not yet been formally brought together.
“We haven’t communicated because Diamond has not yet arranged for us to meet, even after he married Zuchu. And as you know, their wedding was a low-key affair. Their marriage was not the usual one, and it was kept private. Because of that, both families, meaning the in-laws, have not been formally introduced,” Kopa said.
Kopa explained that while she and Diamond’s mother are aware of each other, they have no direct communication.
She highlighted that each mother knows only matters related to her own child and that in Tanzanian culture, a formal introduction typically involves a gathering or meal to unite the families.
“So Mama Diamond knows only her child’s matters, and I know only mine. Zuchu knows her mother-in-law, Mama Dangote,” she added.
As such, it is impossible for her to visit Diamond’s mother independently, as the responsibility for arranging the meeting lies with Diamond himself, as the husband and son.
“You know, in our culture, we are supposed to be formally introduced, usually during a gathering with food, but right now it’s not possible for me to go to Diamond’s mother. I cannot just walk in as a mother-in-law. That is impossible. Therefore, it is the husband’s responsibility, Diamond, to arrange for both families to meet formally,” she said.
She further pointed out that scheduling such a meeting cannot happen immediately, as both families have their own commitments and busy schedules.
Nevertheless, she expressed confidence that the official introduction will happen at the right time.
“I know it will happen one day, but you cannot just tell everyone to meet immediately; everyone has their own commitments and schedules. We will know when the right time comes,’ Kopa said.
Kopa also clarified that the delay has not created any conflict or tension between the families.
She emphasised that relations remain cordial, and there is no animosity between her and Diamond’s mother.
She noted that once the formal introduction occurs, interactions may become more frequent and active.
“Since we haven’t met formally yet, I can say there is no problem at all between us. We are on good terms and safe. But until our children are officially united, the formal introduction has not happened. Everyone has their responsibilities, and neither Mama Dangote nor I will fight. Once we are formally introduced, perhaps then the interactions will be more frequent and active,” she narrated.