Zimbabwean social media has been rocked by shocking news — once-flamboyant Facebook socialite Doreen Masomera is now reportedly homeless and living on the streets of South Africa with her children.
Doreen, who was once known for her flashy posts, trending selfies, and “soft life” updates, has left many Zimbabweans stunned as images of her sleeping rough in Johannesburg began circulating online.
What makes the story even more dramatic is Doreen’s background. She comes from a family that appears to be well-off:
With such a supportive family abroad, Zimbabweans are left asking one big question: “How did Doreen end up homeless in South Africa?”
🔥 Social Media Explodes with Reactions
The story has sent shockwaves across Facebook and X (formerly Twitter):
💬 Tafadzwa 263: “Eish, life is not fair. Doreen was always glowing on Facebook, now look… homeless with kids 😢.”
💬 Chido_Madz: “But why can’t her family in Ireland help her? This is heartbreaking.”
💬 ZimTrendzOfficial: “From selfies in cars to sleeping on pavements — the fall is real 😳.”
💬 Panashe_SA: “Johannesburg is tough, if you don’t have a solid plan, the streets will swallow you. Doreen is proof.”
💬 Tanya_TheeDiva: “This is a lesson: social media life is not real life. Don’t be fooled by pictures and filters.”
💔 Zimbabweans in Shock
Many followers who admired Doreen’s online lifestyle are struggling to believe how quickly things turned upside down. For some, it’s a wake-up call about the harsh realities faced by many Zimbabweans who migrate to South Africa in search of a better life.
As one fan put it:
“If Doreen with all her connections in Ireland can end up homeless, then truly, anyone can fall.
