Nonkanyiso "LaConco" Conco was relatively unknown before her relationship with former South African president Jacob Zuma. She's capitalised on her fame and bagged television deals on Mzansi Magic and even launched her cosmetic and beauty business, Laconco Naturals.
Laconco whose real name is Nonkanyiso Conco was born on 18 December 1991 in Matatiele, KwaZulu Natal, Durban South Africa.
She grew up between Johannesburg and KwaZulu Natal after her parents split when she was just 18 months old. She decided to move in with her late father, Fartescue Conco.
Nonetheless, Laconco had a good childhood. Her mother did different jobs - sewing, hairdressing and being a domestic worker - to make ends meet while LaConco helped by selling sweets to make money for her personal use.
LaConco's father died in 2021. Despite the pain, she said she was grateful that he’d lived to see her success and at the same time, consoled her mother.
Nonkanyoso ‘Laconco’ Conco attended Hythorne High School in Woodlands, Pietermaritzburg and then proceeded to IIE Rosebank College where she graduated with a degree in journalism and media.
Nonkayiso “Laconco” Conco has previously worked as a reporter and photographer at Independent Newspapers, and as a radio presenter at Umgungundlovu FM and VUMA FM.
In 2021, LaConco joined Ayanda Ncwane, Sorisha Naidoo, Khomotso Ndugane, Anne-Tonni, and Nonku Williams on the reality television show The Real Housewives of Durban.
Her aim was to set the record straight on her failed relationship with former South African president Jacob Zuma, as she said that the media only covered part of the story.
She was also named the host of the second season of the television show ‘Ingam Yam’ that airs on Mzansi Magic.
Away from the screen, Nonkanyiso “Laconco” is known for her love of the Zulu culture. From her perspective, the preservation of culture can only happen when you know, understand and acknowledge your roots.
Her dressing is one of the ways Laconco expresses her love for her culture. At one time, she worked as the director of the Nomkhubulwane Culture and Youth Development when she lived in Pietermaritzburg.
Laconco also runs a non-governmental organization called Sikhanyisa iSizwe which means brightening the nation. Its aim is to promote the well-being of youth and women which they do by conducting seminars, in-person meetings and hosting talks.
In 2020, Nonkayiso Laconco launched her beauty and cosmetic brand Loconco Naturals which offers luxury skincare products. She also sells apparel like t-shirts and sweaters.
Nonkanyiso Laconco’s relationship with former South African president Jacob Zuma reportedly began in 2013 when Zuma was still in office.
The pair kept their affairs a secret until 2018 when Zuma popped the big question. The former statesman then moved to pay Laconco’s bride price as she was already pregnant with his child.
She gave birth to her son, now aged 4, on 12 April 2018, the same day that his baby daddy celebrates his birthday.
On the show The Real Housewives of Durban, Laconco revealed that she’s raising her son with the help of her mother as her ex-husband Jacob Zuma is a busy man.
Whilst she claims she understands her circumstances, Laconco is angry that Zuma doesn't play his role in their child's life.
As Laconco adjusted to life as a new mother, news of Zuma and Laconco’s break-up emerged which quashed any wedding plans they had.
It’s alleged that Laconco’s father was unhappy with Zuma because he did not honour all marriage rights expected of him.
Following the split, Laconco moved out of her house in Zimbali bought for her by Zuma and moved in with her mother in Eastern Cape.
One of the reasons why Jacob Zuma and Nonkanyiso “Laconco” Conco’s relationship was of interest was because of the huge age gap.
Jacob Zuma was born on 12 April 1942 and Laconco was born in 1991 which meant that Laconco’s ex-husband was 50 years older.
Laconco hinted that she just might have moved on from Jacob Zuma as she revealed scanty details on The Real Housewives of Durban, of her new boyfriend she refers to as Mr Petals.
On the show, Laconco was gifted a bouquet of flowers that her fellow cast members suspected were from her mystery man. Upon enquiry on whether she has a new man, LaConco said "she's going with the flow".
Laconco further escalated the narrative when she made a cryptic tweet on Valentine's day in which she insinuated her man asked her what she wanted.
For a while now, Laconco’s love life has been in the spotlight again - for good reason - as Mzansi tries to figure out who the mystery man is.
Whether this relationship will get her a new husband, Mzansi is definitely holding its breath.
Jacob Zuma’s ex-fiance and baby mama Laconco has accused the former president of not taking care of his child.
In an episode of The Real Housewives of Durban, Laconco said that Zuma does not contribute to his child’s upbringing.
At the same time, the reality tv star said she’s come to terms with her circumstances and still respects her ex-husband.
Ayanda Ncwane asked Laconco whether she would have dated Jacob Zuma’s son Duduzane had she not gotten involved with the former president. Laconco firmly tackled the question and said that Duduzane was not her type.
2022 was just getting started when Laconco revealed her brand new car to her fans. She moves around in a BMW iX electrical car valued at about R1.6 million.
It's no secret that Laconco lives a lavish lifestyle. She lived in the prestigious area of Zimbali and with her wealth, LaConco can afford to live in a posh neighbourhood. However, she's kept those details private.
Laconco’s net worth is estimated to be $300,000 - $350,000, an equivalent of R4 million - R5 million. She generates this through her beauty and cosmetics business, being a reality television star and a tv host.
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Laconco is a reality tv star, businesswoman and tv host who rose to prominence because of her relationship with former South African president Jacob Zuma.
Laconco is a businesswoman and media personality. She is the CEO of Laconco Naturals, a cast member of The Real Housewives of Durban and hosts the television show ‘Ingam Yam’ on Mzansi Magic.
Born on 18 December 1991, Laconco’s age is 31.
LaConco was previously engaged to Jacob Zuma but their relationship didn’t make the next step - wedding - as they broke off things.
Since her marriage to former South African president Jacob Zuma collapsed, Laconco hasn’t remarried.
Jacob Zuma and LaConco broke up in 2020 due to undisclosed circumstances. This came after less than a year of being engaged.
The circumstances surrounding the breakup of Jacob Zuma and Laconco’s break-up are still unclear. That said, it’s reported that Laconco’s father, Fartescue was unhappy with Zuma because he did not honour all marriage rights expected of him.
Laconco has one child, a son sired by former South African president Jacob Zuma.
Laconco gave birth to her son and only child on 12 April 2018. As of 2022, he is 4 years old.
Laconco tied the knot to former South African President Jacob Zuma in a traditional ceremony in 2018. Their marriage fell apart in 2020 under unknown circumstances after Laconco moved out of her residence in Zimbali.
Nonkanyiso "LaConco" Conco was relatively unknown before her relationship with former South African president Jacob Zuma. She's capitalised on her fame and bagged television deals on Mzansi Magic and even launched her cosmetic and beauty business, Laconco Naturals.
Laconco whose real name is Nonkanyiso Conco was born on 18 December 1991 in Matatiele, KwaZulu Natal, Durban South Africa.
She grew up between Johannesburg and KwaZulu Natal after her parents split when she was just 18 months old. She decided to move in with her late father, Fartescue Conco.
Nonetheless, Laconco had a good childhood. Her mother did different jobs - sewing, hairdressing and being a domestic worker - to make ends meet while LaConco helped by selling sweets to make money for her personal use.
LaConco's father died in 2021. Despite the pain, she said she was grateful that he’d lived to see her success and at the same time, consoled her mother.
Nonkanyoso ‘Laconco’ Conco attended Hythorne High School in Woodlands, Pietermaritzburg and then proceeded to IIE Rosebank College where she graduated with a degree in journalism and media.
Nonkayiso “Laconco” Conco has previously worked as a reporter and photographer at Independent Newspapers, and as a radio presenter at Umgungundlovu FM and VUMA FM.
In 2021, LaConco joined Ayanda Ncwane, Sorisha Naidoo, Khomotso Ndugane, Anne-Tonni, and Nonku Williams on the reality television show The Real Housewives of Durban.
Her aim was to set the record straight on her failed relationship with former South African president Jacob Zuma, as she said that the media only covered part of the story.
She was also named the host of the second season of the television show ‘Ingam Yam’ that airs on Mzansi Magic.
Away from the screen, Nonkanyiso “Laconco” is known for her love of the Zulu culture. From her perspective, the preservation of culture can only happen when you know, understand and acknowledge your roots.
Her dressing is one of the ways Laconco expresses her love for her culture. At one time, she worked as the director of the Nomkhubulwane Culture and Youth Development when she lived in Pietermaritzburg.
Laconco also runs a non-governmental organization called Sikhanyisa iSizwe which means brightening the nation. Its aim is to promote the well-being of youth and women which they do by conducting seminars, in-person meetings and hosting talks.
In 2020, Nonkayiso Laconco launched her beauty and cosmetic brand Loconco Naturals which offers luxury skincare products. She also sells apparel like t-shirts and sweaters.
Nonkanyiso Laconco’s relationship with former South African president Jacob Zuma reportedly began in 2013 when Zuma was still in office.
The pair kept their affairs a secret until 2018 when Zuma popped the big question. The former statesman then moved to pay Laconco’s bride price as she was already pregnant with his child.
She gave birth to her son, now aged 4, on 12 April 2018, the same day that his baby daddy celebrates his birthday.
On the show The Real Housewives of Durban, Laconco revealed that she’s raising her son with the help of her mother as her ex-husband Jacob Zuma is a busy man.
Whilst she claims she understands her circumstances, Laconco is angry that Zuma doesn't play his role in their child's life.
As Laconco adjusted to life as a new mother, news of Zuma and Laconco’s break-up emerged which quashed any wedding plans they had.
It’s alleged that Laconco’s father was unhappy with Zuma because he did not honour all marriage rights expected of him.
Following the split, Laconco moved out of her house in Zimbali bought for her by Zuma and moved in with her mother in Eastern Cape.
One of the reasons why Jacob Zuma and Nonkanyiso “Laconco” Conco’s relationship was of interest was because of the huge age gap.
Jacob Zuma was born on 12 April 1942 and Laconco was born in 1991 which meant that Laconco’s ex-husband was 50 years older.
Laconco hinted that she just might have moved on from Jacob Zuma as she revealed scanty details on The Real Housewives of Durban, of her new boyfriend she refers to as Mr Petals.
On the show, Laconco was gifted a bouquet of flowers that her fellow cast members suspected were from her mystery man. Upon enquiry on whether she has a new man, LaConco said "she's going with the flow".
Laconco further escalated the narrative when she made a cryptic tweet on Valentine's day in which she insinuated her man asked her what she wanted.
For a while now, Laconco’s love life has been in the spotlight again - for good reason - as Mzansi tries to figure out who the mystery man is.
Whether this relationship will get her a new husband, Mzansi is definitely holding its breath.
Jacob Zuma’s ex-fiance and baby mama Laconco has accused the former president of not taking care of his child.
In an episode of The Real Housewives of Durban, Laconco said that Zuma does not contribute to his child’s upbringing.
At the same time, the reality tv star said she’s come to terms with her circumstances and still respects her ex-husband.
Ayanda Ncwane asked Laconco whether she would have dated Jacob Zuma’s son Duduzane had she not gotten involved with the former president. Laconco firmly tackled the question and said that Duduzane was not her type.
2022 was just getting started when Laconco revealed her brand new car to her fans. She moves around in a BMW iX electrical car valued at about R1.6 million.
It's no secret that Laconco lives a lavish lifestyle. She lived in the prestigious area of Zimbali and with her wealth, LaConco can afford to live in a posh neighbourhood. However, she's kept those details private.
Laconco’s net worth is estimated to be $300,000 - $350,000, an equivalent of R4 million - R5 million. She generates this through her beauty and cosmetics business, being a reality television star and a tv host.
Laconco’s Instagram: _laconco
Laconco’s Twitter: @la_conco
Laconco’s Facebook: _laconco
Laconco’s Website: Laconco
Laconco is a reality tv star, businesswoman and tv host who rose to prominence because of her relationship with former South African president Jacob Zuma.
Laconco is a businesswoman and media personality. She is the CEO of Laconco Naturals, a cast member of The Real Housewives of Durban and hosts the television show ‘Ingam Yam’ on Mzansi Magic.
Born on 18 December 1991, Laconco’s age is 31.
LaConco was previously engaged to Jacob Zuma but their relationship didn’t make the next step - wedding - as they broke off things.
Since her marriage to former South African president Jacob Zuma collapsed, Laconco hasn’t remarried.
Jacob Zuma and LaConco broke up in 2020 due to undisclosed circumstances. This came after less than a year of being engaged.
The circumstances surrounding the breakup of Jacob Zuma and Laconco’s break-up are still unclear. That said, it’s reported that Laconco’s father, Fartescue was unhappy with Zuma because he did not honour all marriage rights expected of him.
Laconco has one child, a son sired by former South African president Jacob Zuma.
Laconco gave birth to her son and only child on 12 April 2018. As of 2022, he is 4 years old.
Laconco tied the knot to former South African President Jacob Zuma in a traditional ceremony in 2018. Their marriage fell apart in 2020 under unknown circumstances after Laconco moved out of her residence in Zimbali.