Gogo Hops on Kids’ Ride at Theme Park, Leaves Mzansi in Stitches

• A heartwarming TikTok video of a gogo calmly enjoying a children's flying swing ride at a theme park went viral
• Her unbothered demeanour and graceful handling of the ride garnered widespread admiration and laughter
• The video served as a refreshing source of happiness, reminding viewers to embrace joy and simple pleasures

South Africans were charmed and amused by a viral video showing a gogo fearlessly enjoying a kiddies' theme park ride, celebrating her joyful spirit and the refreshing reminder that happiness knows no age.

A heartwarming video recently went viral, bringing pure joy and laughter to social media users by featuring a gogo fearlessly embracing a kiddie's theme park ride with a wonderfully unbothered attitude and an infectious zest for life.

The clip, posted on 9 July 2025 by TikTok user @sbongs82, was filmed at Liberty Midlands Mall in the uMgungundlovu District Municipality, in Pietermaritzburg, and shows the elderly woman seated calmly on a set of mini flying swings meant for children. While most adults would shy away from the spotlight or the kids’ swinging seats, this gogo embraced the moment carefree and without fear of being judged.

Read also

A toddler’s dramatic U-turn at a Dis-Chem store entrance made waves on TikTok

How one gogo's playful spirit reminded Mzansi to choose joy

What truly made the video go viral was her unbothered expression and the way she handled the ride with more grace than most kids. Comments poured in with laughter, nostalgia, and admiration. The video racked up thousands of views within hours, with South Africans applauding her playful spirit. For many, it was a refreshing reminder that joy has no age limit.

Social media users also reflected on how moments like these bring light into people’s timelines. In a world that often feels heavy, this simple video became a source of happiness. Whether she was healing her inner child or just trying something new, this gogo reminded the nation that sometimes, the most powerful act is to choose joy, even on the kiddies' ride.

Here's what netizens had to say about the gogo

Mazakazaka05 said:

"Akakhali logogo, ngicabanga ukuthi uyijwayele lento, wahamba moyeni straight! 😭"

Read also

A bus driver in South Africa went viral after hilariously making his passengers sing Happy Birthday

Nombuso Dlamini said:

"Healing her inner child. Love it for you, girl."

Prosper Makhamba said:

"We all need a break from adulting. I love this for her! 🥰"

Dipuo wrote:

"Am I toxic for finding this hilarious? 🤣"

Maps Rakgetsi added:

"She’s also allowed to have fun, she’s someone’s daughter too. 🥹❤️"

Kingbudah pointed out:

"She’s not even screaming. Flying is normal to her now. 😭😭"

Jeezy Fire said:

"You can just tell she’s a Zulu teacher… 'Isalakutshelwa sibonangomopho.' 😂"

Amanda Tshangela highlighted:

"No sound. No context. Just nothing. 😭"

Ma Khwela said:

"Othisha ababuyele emsebenzin."

GGGG TikTok video below

3 Briefly News stories about gogos

• A Mzansi gogo went viral on TikTok for her energetic fitness routine, inspiring thousands with her vibrant moves.
• A heartwarming viral TikTok video of a Tembisa gogo bathing her dog captivated South Africans online.
• One TikTok video showed a Mzansi grandmother who was completely absorbed in an episode of a WWE match.

Proofreading by Kelly Lippke, copy editor at Briefly.co.za.

Source: Briefly News