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The Citizen
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
‘It was the hardest period of my life': Asavela Mqokiyana on her divorce
Asavela and her ex-husband went their separate ways in 2024. Actress Asavela Mqokiyana recently opened up about the emotional challenges of navigating her divorce while caring for her six-month-old daughter. Mqokiyana and her ex-husband went their separate ways in 2024, two years after tying the knot in April 2022. Speaking to actress Mapaseka Koetle on the Mommy Diaries podcast, Mqokiyana said losing her family was one of the hardest periods of her life. 'Having to go through my divorce with a six-month-old baby was a lot… I had to be responsible for this little human, pour into her, while I was breaking inside. 'You are losing yourself, and you're losing a lot of what you have built over the years, and you have to rebuild with this new soul. For me, it was one of the hardest periods of my life.' ALSO READ: WATCH: 'People felt at liberty to disrespect me': Minnie Dlamini opens up about divorce pain Single motherhood and co-parenting The pair also spoke about the challenges of being a single mother. 'It wasn't planned. It's hard navigating that alone. The plan was to have a two-parent household; I didn't have that. So trying to build that for myself, as well as for my inner child, and now it's stripped away – that for me was just so hard.' Mqokiyana said that co-parenting with her ex has made her healing process easier. 'We are fine with her father. We co-parent beautifully. He has always been a great father to his children, and I have never doubted he can be that for her,' she added. Despite her difficult experience, Mqokiyana said she would marry again. 'I always wanted to have a family. I love cooking, I love building a home. I knew one day I would have a family. It's unfortunate that it had to end, but I know God is going to give me another family. I would definitely get married again. Just because I had a different experience doesn't mean I have to paint every man with the same brush.' NOW READ: Kwenzo Ngcobo on Nhloso Gaza in 'Scandal!', award wins and inspiring young actors
IOL News
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Sivenathi Mabuya-Bukani's sweet surprise: baby bump steals the show
Congratulatory messages filled the air after Sivenathi Mabuya-Bukani revealed that she is expecting. Image: Instagram/Sivenathi Mabuya-Bukani Sivenathi Mabuya-Bukani announced that she's expecting her first child. The 'Shaka iLembe' actress has confirmed the news on her social media platforms on June 24 after fans speculated that she has a bun in the oven as she stunned the gold carpet at the premiere of the second season. However, she did not deny nor confirm anything despite fans flooding her comment section with congratulatory messages. Taking to social media, Mabuya-Bukani shared carousel photoshoot pictures wearing a cropped black and white jersey that exposes her growing baby bump. The 32-year-old excitedly captioned her post: 'Bump's out the bag … thank you for your kindness. We couldn't be happier.' Friends and family of the actress flooded the comment section with congratulatory messages. Fellow 'Shaka iLembe' actress Hope Mbhele commented: 'The way I wanted to jump when I saw you at the premiere, but I was like let me wait till she announces. So happy for you, my love!!! Congratulations, mama!!!!' 'Oh my baby!! Congratulations, my angel, my baby is gonna have a baby,' actress Kwanele Mthethwa said. While Asavela Mqokiyana added, 'Congratulations, baby, my bestie is having a mini bestie.' Keke Mphuthi wrote: 'Welcome to the club, baby mama.' Mabuya-Bukani is affectionately known for her immaculate acting skills and has appeared on multiple SA favourites telenovelas and dramas such as 'Scandal!', 'How To Ruin Love: The Proposal' as well as 'The Lucky Specials.' Besides showcasing her talent, the actress has also been giving fans a sneak peek into her relationship with her husband, Aphiwe Bukani, on social media through heartfelt and dedicated posts. Mabuya-Bukani once revealed on social media that her husband waited for a decade for their first date after asking her out in 2008. In May 2022, the couple celebrated their traditional wedding ceremony in the Eastern Cape, following their lobola negotiations, which took place earlier that year.
