Lady Du speaks about her suicide attempts

Lady Du’s Inspirational Journey: Overcoming Depression and Finding Redemption

Lady Du, the renowned singer, prosperous businesswoman, and an inspiration to many, recently opened up about her struggles with depression and revealed her past suicide attempts three years ago.

Born Dudu Ngwenya, the vocalist and DJ shared her journey of healing and resilience on social media, providing a glimpse into the challenges she faced and the strength she found to overcome them.

In a heartfelt post on Monday, Lady Du disclosed the somber details of her attempted suicide and the pivotal role played by Wawa, one of her employees at her beauty salon, in saving her from the depths of despair. Reflecting on the dark period in her life, Lady Du expressed gratitude for the second chance she was given and the divine intervention that transformed her entire existence.

Lady Du wrote, “As I was praying, it dawned on me, three years ago on this day I tried to end my life. This young lady here and her sister rescued me. I was going through a lot in life, and I became a coward.” She continued, “The reason I thank God every single day of my life and lead such a simple life is because I was given a second chance. In that second chance, God showed up personally and transformed my whole life.”

Lady Du emphasized the importance of expressing gratitude to those who played a significant role in her life, highlighting Wawa’s ongoing support. Although Wawa now manages her business, Lady Du acknowledged that her impact during Lady Du’s darkest moments was immeasurable, and she prayed for continued blessings for her rescuer.

In a previous interview with ZiMoja, Lady Du delved into her battle with depression, describing it as a challenging journey filled with moments of despair. “There was a time when I wanted to quit. Living with depression and anxiety has been hard,” she admitted. In 2020, Lady Du reached a breaking point, feeling like she had lost everything – friends, money, and cars. It was during this low point that she turned to the studio and, after years of experimentation, recorded the song “Superstar.”

Lady Du shared, “It worked, then when we recorded ‘Msebenzi Wethu,’ I was still unhappy and depressed. I decided not to sing that song but just cry my heart out, asking God when he would come through for me but without words. Nobody really knew how deep it was.”

Lady Du’s story serves as a powerful testament to resilience, hope, and the transformative power of music. Her openness about mental health struggles contributes to the ongoing conversation surrounding the importance of mental well-being, inspiring others to seek help and find strength in the face of adversity.