A Turbulent Love Life: The Many Relationships of a South African Music Icon
A Promising Start: The Music Promoter Romance
One of South Africa’s most iconic singers has faced a series of challenging relationships throughout her life. Her first major romance was with music promoter Prosper Mkwaiwa, who proposed to her on the popular dating show All You Need Is Love. However, this relationship quickly unraveled when Mkwaiwa confessed to having an affair, leading to a painful breakup. Despite this setback, she continued to rise in the music industry, becoming a household name in South Africa.
The Toxic Relationship: A Tale of Music, Drugs, and Tragedy
In 2010, the singer entered into a relationship with fellow musician Jub Jub. This romance was far from ideal, described by her as “toxic,” plagued by drug abuse and allegations of violence. The couple welcomed a son, Christian, in the same year, but their relationship was overshadowed by Jub Jub’s involvement in a tragic car accident that claimed the lives of four schoolchildren. Jub Jub was later convicted of culpable homicide and released in 2017. Since then, he has accused her of preventing him from seeing their son, a claim she strongly denies.
A Love Cut Short: The Football Star’s Tragic End
Just months after Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa married Mandisa Mkhize in 2013, he began a relationship with the singer. The couple welcomed a daughter, Thingo, in mid-2014. Unfortunately, their happiness was short-lived when Meyiwa was shot and killed at the singer’s mother’s home in Vosloorus. The investigation into his murder has dragged on for nearly a decade, with numerous allegations and suspicions surrounding the case.
The Healer and the Heartache: A Controversial Affair
In 2016, the singer was romantically linked to married KwaZulu-Natal traditional healer Bhaka. This relationship ended abruptly after she allegedly assaulted Bhaka, demanding that he leave his wife for her. Bhaka later issued a public statement expressing his gratitude to his wife for her strength and support during this difficult time.
A Whirlwind Romance: The Rapper Engagement
The next high-profile relationship was with rapper Chad Da Don, whom the singer met on the set of her music video for “Dance Comigo.” Their whirlwind romance led to an engagement in 2018, but the relationship eventually fell apart. She cited Chad Da Don’s insecurity about her friends and fans as the reason for their breakup. “He was insecure about friends – I have a lot of gay friends – and insecure about my fans. My fans are my life,” she shared in an interview with MacG on Podcast and Chill.
A New Chapter: The Footballer and the Future
Currently, reports suggest that the singer is in a relationship with former Kaizer Chiefs player Mthokozisi Yende. The couple welcomed a baby girl together in 2023 and have chosen to keep their relationship out of the public eye. Despite her tumultuous love life, she remains a strong and resilient figure in South Africa’s entertainment industry, continuing to captivate audiences with her music.
