Zimbabwean model based in SA dies

South Africa-based Zimbabwean fashion model and philanthropist - Rumbidzai Erin Cleopatra Feremenga has died.

She was 32 years-old.

Rumbidzai's death dealt a big blow to the fashion industry and charity in both South Africa and Zimbabwe.

She was one of the sought-after fashion models to emerge from Zimbabwe having participated in a number of professional contests such as the MultiChoice Face of Africa with the likes of Priscilla Chigariro as well as Zim Sun Supermodel.

She also rose to prominence as an actress and the face of Protector Plus Condoms.

She said the funeral will be held in Harare this Thursday.