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Khaya Mthethwa reflects on healing and love after divorce
Singer and songwriter, Khaya Mthethwa, opens about his journey through divorce and his path to healing. Image: Instagram In a poignant podcast interview on the "Podcast, Radio & Stuff" platform, renowned singer-songwriter and radio presenter Khaya Mthethwa candidly discussed his tumultuous journey as a divorcee, revealing the profound impact the experience had on him. "I think that it is the most painful thing I have ever gone through in my life. I don't wish divorce on anyone. "In actual fact, I will never divorce again," he shared, highlighting the emotional turmoil that accompanied the end of his marriage. Mthethwa's relationship with former Miss South Africa Ntandoyenkosi Kunene, began with a celebratory union in 2017 that was tragically cut short by their divorce in 2019. Rumours of infidelity swirled around the couple, but Mthethwa staunchly refuted those allegations, revealing the depths of questioning and self-reflection he endured during and after the split. 'I cannot describe to you how you question everything. How you have to rebuild yourself, rebuild your confidence, rebuild your perspective on love, and rebuild your perspective on family and children, etc.,' he expressed, demonstrating the immense weight that the dissolution of his marriage carried. Despite the heartache, the artist believes he has emerged from the experience stronger and has embarked on a significant journey of healing. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading KHAYA MTHETHWA My divorce was rough & the most painful experience I have ever endured in life I don't want that to happen to anyone. I still value marriage as the institution though I still want to get married again. Being single is overrated. I don't want to grow old with… — Constitution First 🇿🇦 (@Constitution_94) June 8, 2025 A key component of his recovery has been embracing therapy. 'I'm very structured. I'm a black man who goes to therapy. I do it, and I'm proud of it,' he revealed, breaking down societal barriers and norms surrounding mental health for men in South Africa. Mthethwa is clear about his aspirations, as he expressed a desire to find love again and to settle down once more. 'I don't want to grow old alone. I'm not interested in being single and being in the streets. I have zero aspirations for those things. I think singleness is overrated,' he said. His reflections on family life and marriage challenge the negative narratives often presented in society about divorce.
The Citizen
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Wiseman Mncube on portraying King Zwide kaLanga in season 2 of Shaka iLembe
Wiseman Mncube brought KaLanga to life in his performance on Shaka iLembe. Wiseman Mncube's portrayal of the late King Zwide KaLanga on Shaka iLembe was one of the standout performances in the show's first season. History recounts KaLanga as one of the most ruthless and vicious rulers of his time. 'Before I even shot the show, people would tell me Zwide was like a lion…they would say he was ten times what Shaka was, people feared him [Zwide],' Mncube tells The Citizen. KaLanga is the second-born son of Queen Ntombazi, portrayed by Khabonina Qubeka. KaLanga was a ruler of the Ndwandwe (Nxumalo) nation. His reign is estimated to have lasted between 1802 and 1820. He was an adversary to Dingiswayo, the leader of the Mthethwa, and Shaka kaSenzangakhona, the founder of the Zulu Kingdom. 'Had Shaka not conquered Zwide, we would probably be speaking of the Ndwandwe nation, not the Zulu nation because of how big they were.' Mncube spoke to The Citizen at a media junket held in Johannesburg ahead of the second season of Mzansi Magic's Shaka iLembe. The follow-up season will premiere on Sunday, 15 June, at 8pm on Mzansi Magic. ALSO READ: Lemogang Tsipa on 'deep-found respect' for Shaka Zulu after filming S2 of 'Shaka iLembe' Portraying King Zwide kaLanga There's no footage of the feared monarch; however, 35-year-old Mncube brought life to those historical records of KaLanga in his performance. 'As I was portraying Zwide-and he had that intensity- I just had to allow that spirit of the character to take over you,'. 'I always say that you allow the story to take you where it's going…you allow that voice to direct you where it wants to go.' 'It's not easy. It may look like it's easy. He says his vulnerability helped him play the character as he did. 'People are afraid of going deep [into character], no one wants to be vulnerable in the world. ALSO READ: 'You want to respect him': Wiseman Mncube on portraying the life of kwaito star Mandoza Playing real-life characters Mncube's portrayal of KaLanga is not the first real-life character role he has played. A few years ago, he played Kwaito legend Mandoza in BET's The Life of Mandoza. One would assume it's easier to portray KaLanga as no one living in this generation saw him; playing Mandoza, who died in 2016, was more scrutinised. However, Mncube says similarly to how the first televised depiction of Shaka Zulu was by Henry Cele in the 1980s and how people instantly think of Cele when pondering Shaka Zulu, people will think of him when speaking about KaLanga., 'I could say for Mandoza it was hard and for Zwide it was easy, but it's not. I had to make a footprint with Zwide and set a certain standard,' he says. He adds that playing the role of KaLanga came with pressure, the more he learnt about the kind of king he was. 'I needed to make sure that I portray this man properly…even if I don't reach the heights he did in real life, but people should respect him, based on how they saw me portray him .' He says shooting the second season was slightly easier than the first. 'It's nicer [in season two] because we did the first layout and now I know and have something to play on for the second season.' The upcoming season has more fighting scenes, and Mncube enjoyed the shooting. 'I do enjoy action scenes. I'm an active person even though I'm an introvert and always in my corner, but I get to play in those kind of scenes.' NOW READ: 'Most are excited about the Shaka guy, in theatre I'm a different guy' – Calvin Ratladi after winning award
The Star
25-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Top eight finish sparks belief at AmaZulu as Mthethwa urges team to aim higher
AmaZulu defender Sandile Mthethwa has called on his teammates to keep believing in their potential after Usuthu sealed a Top 8 finish for the first time in three seasons. A 1-1 draw against Orlando Pirates at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday was enough for the KwaZulu-Natal outfit to end the campaign in sixth place — securing their return to the MTN8 competition next season. Mthethwa, who walked away with the Player of the Match award, has grown in stature since his arrival in December, becoming a crucial part of coach Arthur Zwane's defensive setup. The 27-year-old joined AmaZulu midway through the season alongside Bongani Zungu, at a time when the team was rebuilding after a poor start under former coach Pablo Franco. With Zwane now steering the ship, Mthethwa has settled quickly and believes the current group has the potential to go beyond just top-eight finishes. 'Well I think we played well and perhaps deserved to win but unfortunately we didn't,' said Mthethwa, after the draw with Pirates. 'But we're still happy because we were able to achieve this season's mandate after we realised we couldn't get a top three spot.' AmaZulu's season took a sharp turn following the technical changes, with Zwane bringing stability and clarity to a squad that had been underperforming in the early months. Mthethwa, who has marshalled the backline with calmness and consistency, believes the core of the team is ready to push for more in the next campaign. 'We're a team that's looking to challenge for the league at some point and also go back to CAF,' he continued. 'I think we're capable of that looking at the kind of players we have and I genuinely believe that we can do that sort of thing moving forward.' The defender also acknowledged the experienced heads in the squad and credited the technical staff for their belief in the players. 'We have a good group of experienced players that I found when I got here with the addition of Bongani (Zungu),' Mthethwa added. 'We should also give credit to the coach who keeps believing in us and is always reminding us to believe that we can achieve those levels. I'm confident next season we will return a different club.'
IOL News
25-05-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Top eight finish sparks belief at AmaZulu as Mthethwa urges team to aim higher
Arthur Zwane, head coach of AmaZulu FC instructs Sandile Mthethwa of AmaZulu FC during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between AmaZulu and Orlando Pirates at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on 24 May 2025 ©Gerhard Duraan. Photo: BackpagePix Image: Backpagepix AmaZulu defender Sandile Mthethwa has called on his teammates to keep believing in their potential after Usuthu sealed a Top 8 finish for the first time in three seasons. A 1-1 draw against Orlando Pirates at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday was enough for the KwaZulu-Natal outfit to end the campaign in sixth place — securing their return to the MTN8 competition next season. Mthethwa, who walked away with the Player of the Match award, has grown in stature since his arrival in December, becoming a crucial part of coach Arthur Zwane's defensive setup. The 27-year-old joined AmaZulu midway through the season alongside Bongani Zungu, at a time when the team was rebuilding after a poor start under former coach Pablo Franco. With Zwane now steering the ship, Mthethwa has settled quickly and believes the current group has the potential to go beyond just top-eight finishes. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ 'Well I think we played well and perhaps deserved to win but unfortunately we didn't,' said Mthethwa, after the draw with Pirates. 'But we're still happy because we were able to achieve this season's mandate after we realised we couldn't get a top three spot.' AmaZulu's season took a sharp turn following the technical changes, with Zwane bringing stability and clarity to a squad that had been underperforming in the early months. Mthethwa, who has marshalled the backline with calmness and consistency, believes the core of the team is ready to push for more in the next campaign. 'We're a team that's looking to challenge for the league at some point and also go back to CAF,' he continued. 'I think we're capable of that looking at the kind of players we have and I genuinely believe that we can do that sort of thing moving forward.' The defender also acknowledged the experienced heads in the squad and credited the technical staff for their belief in the players. 'We have a good group of experienced players that I found when I got here with the addition of Bongani (Zungu),' Mthethwa added. 'We should also give credit to the coach who keeps believing in us and is always reminding us to believe that we can achieve those levels. I'm confident next season we will return a different club.'
The Citizen
14-05-2025
- The Citizen
Concerns over accused's health postpones Dundee SAPS clerk murder trial
The bail application for accused Amandla Mthethwa resumed in the Dundee Magistrate's Court on Wednesday last week in connection with the brutal murder of popular Dundee SAPS clerk Siphiwe Ndlovu. Mthethwa (the second accused in the case) is applying for bail, while co-accused Mandla Mbuyisa has abandoned his bail bid. During Wednesday's proceedings, the state requested a further postponement, citing the need to obtain a medical report from Correctional Services regarding Mthethwa's health. The Legal Aid defence attorney did not oppose the application. Both Mthethwa and Mbuyisa face charges of murder and armed robbery. Ndlovu's body was found at the side of the road in Sibongile on November 24. He had suffered multiple stab wounds to his head and body. Ndlovu was also known for his previous work as an intern at the Courier newspaper. The matter has been postponed to May 19, when the state is expected to cross-examine the accused. The investigating officer is expected to oppose bail. In a separate case, five suspects arrested last week in connection with an armed robbery at Exact Store on April 26 appeared in the Dundee Magistrate's Court. The state has indicated its intention to oppose bail. That case has been postponed for a formal bail application. HAVE YOUR SAY: Like our Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram or email us at Add us on WhatsApp 071 277 1394. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
