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The Citizen
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Phelo Bala completes substance abuse recovery programme
Phelo is also embarking on a body transformation journey. Musician and television personality Phelo Bala says he is ready to take on his next chapter after completing a six-month substance abuse recovery programme. Phelo opened up about his journey on social media, posting his sobriety certificate. ALSO READ: One in four alcohol addicted teens first exposed by family members Phelo's transformation journey He also shared a 'before' transformation picture and revealed that he is beginning a 30-day body transformation challenge. 'This is me—raw, real, and ready to take on the next chapter of my transformation. Today marks the beginning of my 30-day body transformation challenge. 'It's not just about physical change but about embracing discipline, pushing limits, and honouring the body God has blessed me with,' he wrote. Phelo added that the journey is about living with purpose and showing up for himself every day. He said he plans to give his fans regular updates about his transformation journey. He added, 'Knowing that growth happens when we step out of our comfort zones. If you're on a similar path — whether it's fitness, sobriety, faith, or self-discovery — know that you're not alone. Let's walk this road together, one day at a time.' Phelo's struggle with alcohol abuse has been showcased on his family reality TV show, The Bala Family. one of the episodes, Phelo caused a scene at a family funeral while drunk. His brothers, Zwai and Loyiso, tried to get him help but were unsuccessful, as shown on the show. NOW READ: 'Gone but not forgotten': Zahara's fans clean her grave [VIDEO]
TimesLIVE
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Phelo Bala celebrates completing substance abuse recovery programme
Phelo Bala has shared an update with his fans after completing a six-month substance abuse recovery programme. Last November, convicted blogger Musa Khawula claimed Phelo had been admitted to a rehabilitation centre in Johannesburg after an alleged drug relapse. On April 27 Phelo marked the end of his journey with a certificate of completion, and he's embarking on a new challenge — a 30-day body transformation journey. In a candid Instagram post, Phelo shared a picture of himself before his transformation, saying: 'This is me — raw, real and ready to take on the next chapter of my transformation. Today marks the beginning of my 30-day body transformation challenge. It's not only about physical change but about embracing discipline, pushing limits and honouring the body God has blessed me with,' he wrote. 'For me, this journey is a reflection of my commitment to health, wellness and living with intention. It's about showing up for myself every day, knowing growth happens when we step out of our comfort zones.' Phelo promised to share updates about his journey and encouraged his followers who are on a similar path, 'whether it's fitness, sobriety, faith or self-discovery', to keep going and take it one day at a time.
