Celumusa Mthimkhulu, a 33-year-old bodybuilder from KwaZulu-Natal, will represent Africa at the Malaysian Natural Bodybuilding Competition from July 6-9, competing in bodybuilding and classic physique categories. Mthimkhulu, who holds a Master’s degree in agriculture management and works as a relationship analyst, discovered bodybuilding as a coping mechanism after his mother's sudden death in 2018. Inspired by professional wrestling, he joined a gym in university and, despite initial skepticism about public performance, has achieved significant success, including being crowned an International Natural Pro bodybuilder and winning the African Overall Championship multiple times. Natural bodybuilding in South Africa faces challenges due to limited recognition and resources, forcing athletes to fund their own careers, as stated by Sanba vice-president Godfrey Simmons.