Akumaa Mama Zimbi: Adom FM/TV Presenter Loses Mother, Shares Emotional Tribute

• Adom TV/FM presenter Akumaa Mama Zimbi has announced the passing of her mother, Agnes Mamle Dongotey
• Mama Zimbi shared the sad news on social media by posting photos of her mom with a comment eulogising her
• Following the announcement, Mama Zimbi's followers and admirers consoled her in the post's comments section
• YEN.com.gh spoke with a family therapist for his opinion on how sharing public tributes help with the healing process for individuals who have lost loved ones

Renowned radio and TV personality Akumaa Mama Zimbi, known in real life as Joyce Akumaa Dongotey-Padi, has lost her mother, Agnes Mamle Dongotey.

The Adom FM/TV presenter announced her mother's demise in a post on social media on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. It is not known when Dongotey passed or what might have caused her death.

Mama Zimbi shared some photos of her deceased mother, who was affectionately known as Grandma. The photos showed some moments she and other family members shared.

Akumaa Mama Zimbi eulogises late mum

In her caption, a heartbroken Mama Zimbi eulogised her mother, describing her as a strong, loving, and wise woman.

According to the media personality, her mother was a woman who impacted lives with her kindness and support for others.

Despite the loss, Mama Zimbi was optimistic that the deceased's love and spirit would remain in their hearts and wrote in her caption:

"Rest Well, Mother 🙏💔 With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mrs. Agnes Mamle Dongotey a.k.a Grandma.

"A pillar of strength, love, and wisdom - Mum touched the lives of many with her kindness, warmth, and unwavering support. Though she may be gone from our sight, her spirit and love will forever remain in our hearts.

"Rest well, Mum. Your journey here may have ended, but your legacy lives on. We love you always and forever ❤️🕊️," she said.

Mama Zimbi's post about her mother's passing is below:

She later shared a slideshow video showing more images of her late mother. In her caption, Mama Zimbi indicated that the family would always have their mother in their hearts.

"Mum You Are Forever In Our Hearts 💕 💞 ♥️ ❤️ 💓 Hmmmmmmmmmm," she said.

See the post below:

The announcement did not disclose any details about when the burial and funeral rites for her mother would take place.

The death of Akumaa Mama Zimbi's mother comes almost seven years after the broadcaster lost her father, John Kwao Dongontey.

Mr Dongontey passed away in September 2018, with a one-week observance held in his honour at the Kingsby Hotel at Achimota in Accra on September 29, 2018.

The funeral of Mama Zimbi's father, held at Somany in the Eastern Region, saw many media personalities joining her to mourn.

A retired police officer who attained the rank of an Inspector, Mama Zimbi's father was buried with full police service honours as his casket was draped in the popular blue-black police flag of the Ghana Police Service.

Netizens send condolences to Akumaa Mama Zimbi

The news of the passing of Akumaa Mama Zimbi 's mother got many reactions from her followers. A lot of them shared their condolence in the comments section.

Akosua Amankwah described the mother as beautiful like Mama Zimbi:

"May her soul rest peacefully my condolences 💐 to the family beautiful just like you."

i_am_akosuablaq said:

"Grandma😭😭. My deepest condolences, Mummy🙏🏾💐."

The pharmacist said:

"My warmest and sincere condolences to you and your family."

Afia Amankwah Tamakloe said:

"My deepest condolences to you, Mama, and the family."

Lincoln Owusu Ansah Boateng said:

"Heartfelt condolences to you and the family. The good Lord Comfort the family."

Jay Jay Kofi said:

"My deepest condolences, mummy 🙌🙌 God is in control, take heart, mummy, my prayers and love for you and your loved ones always 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼."

Addison Esther prayed for the deceased to find rest with the Lord:

"Oh, such a beautiful soul. May she find rest with her maker. My condolencse to your family. Aweye Akumaa kpomo!kpomo!. Mawu ne le ne pee!"

Speaking with YEN.com.gh, Dr Kingsley Owusu, a psychological therapist, shared his expert opinion on how a public display of sharing tributes helps those who have lost a loved one heal

"Sharing emotional tributes publicly can be both healing and culturally meaningful, especially in Ghana where communal expressions of grief are deeply rooted. For public figures like Akumaa Mama Zimbi, such tributes allow fans and loved ones to join in mourning, fostering a collective sense of support and remembrance. It also helps preserve the legacy of the deceased through storytelling and shared memories," he said.

Actress Roselyn Ngissah loses her mother

In similar news, YEN.com.gh reported that Roselyn Ngissah also lost her mother, announcing the sad news on April 7.

The celebrated actress shared photos and paid tribute to Elizabeth Ngissah with a lengthy eulogy on her Instagram page.

Many Ghanaians, including notable celebrities, offered their condolences to Roselyn Ngissah after her mother's passing.

Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh