‘Free’ wedding for mocked graduation proposal couple

A Windhoek couple whose graduation day proposal attracted attention on social media has received wedding sponsorships from several local businesses after the moment sparked both support and criticism online.

Shiponeni Lahja’s boyfriend of six years, Petrus Mbangu, proposed to her after graduating from the I-Care Health Institute on Thursday.

Mbangu presented her with an engagement ring as she walked off the graduation stage.

Videos of the proposal circulated on social media, where reactions were divided. While some users criticised and mocked the couple, a number of businesses responded by offering products and services for their wedding.

KK Media CC founder and director Anna-Liisa Shipanga says she decided to provide photography services for the couple after seeing the video.