Reality TV star and actor Khanyi Mbau and her businessman boyfriend Kudzai Mushonga have rekindled their relationship, announcing their reconciliation via Instagram on Monday, February 17th, 2025.
This comes less than a month after Mbau publicly announced their breakup, sending sh0ckwaves across social media.
The Latest: Back Together
Mbau shared the news of their reunion, stating, “Don’t ask!! he didn’t entertain my rubbish. We are adults!!! (listen don’t judge). Besides where would I go with a thigh laminated in bold with his name.” This alludes to the prominent tattoo of Mushonga’s name she has.
The Breakup: February 3, 2025
On February 3rd, 2025, after nearly five years together, Mbau announced the end of her relationship with Mushonga. She wrote, “He was a good guy, but he did some bad things; he tried everything he could to make it up to me. I did most of my grieving while we were together. I finally got the courage to leave. And, of course, I wish him the best.” This breakup marked a significant shift for a couple that had become a prominent fixture in South African media.
A Look Back: The Rollercoaster Relationship
The couple’s relationship has been anything but smooth, marked by dramatic highs and lows.
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The Beginning: January 2021
The relationship began in January 2021, following Mbau’s public split from Tebogo Lerole. Initially, Mbau kept her new relationship private, but hints of a new romance surfaced on her Instagram. The man was later revealed as Terrence Kudzai Mushonga, a controversial Zimbabwean-born millionaire.
Extravagant Love and Controversy: February 2021
The relationship went public in February 2021. The couple displayed their love with extravagant gifts, including a room filled with roses and luxury bags. However, controversy soon followed. Reports emerged that Mushonga was a wanted person in Zimbabwe in connection with a fraud case. Despite this, Mbau stood by him, even getting his name tattooed on her thigh.
Mbau “Flees” Dubai: August 2021
In August 2021, the couple faced a public scare when Mushonga claimed he couldn’t find Mbau in Dubai. It led to nationwide concern. Mbau was later revealed to be safe in Johannesburg. Mushonga apologized on social media for his behavior, admitting he was hurt.
The couple reunited in Dubai after a few weeks apart. They shared affectionate moments, and Mbau was showered with gifts. This social media saga even earned Mbau a “Drama Queen of the Year” nomination.
The couple seemed to find their rhythm, relocating to Dubai. They kept a lower profile, although Mbau spoke of a loving relationship.
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Cracks in the relationship began to show during season three of the reality show *Young, Famous & African*, where Mbau alluded to issues.
The latest announcement confirms that the pair has, once again, reconciled. Mbau wrote, “He called, demanded I address the bad things he did, she wrote, saying she was headed ‘home’.
The couple, who have been together for five years, are once again together.
