#BabyOnBoard — actress Sive Mabuya expecting her first child
Congratulations are in order for actress Sive Mabuya-Bukani and her hubby Aphiwe after they revealed they are expecting their first child together.
Taking to her Instagram timeline on Tuesday, Sive unveiled her baby bump when announcing the news to their fans.
"Bump's out the bag. Thank you for your kindness. We couldn't be happier," she captioned the post.
Sive's fans spotted her baby bump at the premiere of Shaka iLembe season 2.
Her co-star Hope Mbhele was among the celebrities who were excited to finally have the news shared publicly.
"The way I wanted to jump when I saw you at the premiere, but I was like let me wait until she announces. So happy for you my love. Congratulations mama," she said.
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