MZUMBE – The Mseleku family, known for their polygamous lifestyle and featured on the Mzansi Magic reality show Uthando Nesthembu, are undergoing a significant shift as Musa Mseleku's wives begin to leave their shared homestead in Mzumbe. The move, prompted by Mseleku's decision to purchase individual homes for his wives, signals a new chapter for the family, though not without some discontent.
For years, Mzumbe has been the backdrop for the Mseleku's unconventional family life, with Mseleku building houses for each of his wives within the same expansive yard. However, as revealed in a recent episode of Uthando Nesthembu, this communal living arrangement is gradually dissolving.
Busisiwe "MaCele" Cele, the first wife, paved the way for this transition when she moved to a suburban home in Sea Park a few years ago. Now, the other wives are following suit, relocating to properties of their own in more urban settings.
MaNgwabe's Discontent
While the prospect of suburban living may seem appealing, not all the wives are thrilled with their new abodes. Mbali "MaNgwabe" Ngwabe, the third wife, expressed her dissatisfaction with her new home, stating that it wasn't her first choice.
"It's not a house I would've chosen to be my house. But I was given a short time, which was only two days to find a house," she revealed. "Kids have always wanted a house in the suburbs. But it's not the house I would've chosen. I hope they'l like it and won't complain."
Mseleku, however, believes MaNgwabe is putting on an act, suggesting she secretly desires the house. "MaNgwabe is acting like she doesn't want the house. She says kids will like it. Meaning, she won't be happy, yet she chose the house. But I know she wants the house," he said.
Accusations of Acting Up
Mseleku also accused Nokulunga "MaYeni," his second wife, of feigning disinterest in her new home. "I think MaYeni is also on the same tip as MaNgwabe. She's also acting like she doesn't want the house," he stated.
He expressed his frustration with what he perceives as a lack of appreciation, saying, "People fought tooth and nail for these houses. Now, they are acting like I'm doing them a favour by buying them houses. No, I'm not doing them a favour. They're getting the houses because they deserve them."
MaKhumalo's Slow Progress
Thobile "MaKhumalo" Khumalo, the third wife, has also joined the ranks of homeowners, having purchased a house for herself. However, she is taking her time with the renovations, preferring a gradual approach.
"I still have a long way to go when it comes to renovations. I'm progressing at my own pace. I'm taking things slowly. I don't want to rush it. I want to do what I love. So, good things take time," she explained.
MaNgwabe's Perpetual Dissatisfaction
MaNgwabe's discontent isn't a new development. Over the past eight seasons of Uthando Nesthembu, viewers have witnessed her consistent disapproval of Mseleku's choices and her frequent threats to leave the polygamous marriage. Even with the introduction of a fifth wife, MaKhwela, MaNgwabe voiced her opposition.
Social media users have taken note of MaNgwabe's seemingly perpetual dissatisfaction, with some expressing weariness over her constant threats to leave Mseleku.
@JabuMacdonald shared a screenshot of MaNgwabe, who looked annoyed by her husband, Musa Mseleku, at the family vacation. Her frustration was hard to hide as she was fuming and wearing one earring.
@Ethel98302740 said: "She must fix those shubabas that one. She has this 'I have arrived' mentality. She's got a dirty heart."
@tootsmathela teased: "Maybe that's just her normal face. She has been like this since the start of the show. We have not seen another face. You would swear she just drank vinegar ugirl."
@Leboo_Cooks stated: "She’s been tired for the past three years."
@nkosiang said: "She is acting this one. It has been forever."
@leroychimu replied: "MaNgwabe said she is leaving this marriage. It has been eight seasons now."
@Ntebaleng_ shared: "My queen is repulsed by the mere presence of that man."
@UmashiyaAmahle said: "She must leave and move on. What she’s doing is not looking on her."
@mo_kipi remarked: "No this lady is annoying. Being moody is so annoying."
@PoshMakume said: "Lol, but my Queen here was a bit dramatic cause she could’ve just taken both earrings off…there was no need to come out with one earring."
@ZinhleSokh92169 asked: "When it comes to being rude, she takes the cup. Why is she not leaving because she said she does not want anything."
Pregnancy Rumours Denied
Adding to the family drama, Musa Mseleku's eldest daughter, Snenhlanhla 'Sne' Mseleku, recently addressed rumours that she is pregnant. Sne, who has also been accused of being perpetually bitter on the show, vehemently denied the accusations in a video.
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