Mihlali Ndamase’s Boyfriend Leeroy Sidambe Addresses Abuse Allegations After Her Damning Claims

• Leeroy Sidambe responded to abuse allegations after Mihlali Ndamase shared a bruised face and thanked him in a post
• Sidambe denied the accusations, suggesting the bruises were not from physical assault and asserting that he would never hit a woman
• Social media reactions were divided, with some accusing him of abuse and others questioning Ndamase's motives
• Briefly News spoke to relationship expert Paula Quinsee about dealing with abuse allegations in the public eye

Mihlali Ndamase's controversial boyfriend, Leeroy Sidambe, has broken his silence after the YouTuber's controversial post. Mimi sparked a buzz when she shared a bruised face and thanked Leeroy.

Leeroy Sidambe debunks abuse allegations

It seems there is a lot going on behind closed doors between Mihlali Ndamase and her estranged boyfriend, Leeroy Sidambe. The YouTuber raised Mzansi's concerns when she shared a bruised face and thanked Sidambe. Many concluded that Mihlali was insinuating that the businessman abused her.

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Leeroy Sidambe seemingly poured cold water on the damning allegations. According to a post shared by the popular gossip blog @maphepha_ndaba on Instagram, Sidambe said he was not the one who bruised Mihlali's face. He also suggested that the star's bruises were not from physical assault. He said:

"Rule No. 1: NEVER HIT A WOMAN. Do you honestly believe and think I hit Mihlali? Just zoom in and check if that hitting someone gets hurt like that. THINK."

Relationship expert talks about navigating problems in the public eye

Speaking to Briefly News, relationship expert and founder of Engaged Humans Paula Quinsee said accusations in public should be handled with sensitivity and both parties should not respond when emotions are high. She said:

"When public accusations of abuse arise in a relationship, especially where there are significant social media followings involved, it’s important to approach the situation with care and sensitivity:

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"It's critical for both parties to remain calm and avoid making reactive statements they may regret later. Reactive responses can set the tone for how the situation is perceived. If you have to respond from a reputation management perspective – rather issue a short, non-confrontational or accusatory statement acknowledging the situation without going into details."

She added:

"If need, seek legal input before making public statements to ensure that any response does not unintentionally escalate the situation and does not contravene any legislative boundaries."

Mzansi weighs in on Leeroy Sidambe's response

As expected, social media users had much to say about the controversial former couple. Some said Mihlali was clout chasing with her post, while others accused Sidambe of GBV, even in his marriage to Mary-Jane Sidambe.

@healthy_living_011 said:

"Ai when it comes to Mihlali, I step back and watch. Anything is possible with her. She might come back and say her dog scratched her."

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@nocy_s commented:

"Then why did his ex-wife mention him abusing her in their marriage?"

@thandopeaches added:

"How does hitting someone normally look like?"

@akani_b wrote:

"Why is he mentioning hitting? A picture was sent to him asking “what’s happening” and he immediately mentions “Rule Number 1”? 🚩"

@nocy_s added:

"Mihlali would not seek that much attention to the extent that she’d mentioned him on such a story. Kodwa mdala vele lobaba lo nxa."

@veronica_morgets said:

"His reply even sounds abusive 😢"

@iamsamajobe commented:

"Why so defensive manje? 😫"

Mihlali Ndamase debunks pregnancy rumours with a spicy video

Meanwhile, Briefly News reported that Mihlali Ndamase has poured cold water on the reports that she has a bun in the oven. The media personality responded to the rumours with a video that has gone viral on social media.

Mihlali Ndamase has been added to the long list of celebrities who have been rumoured to be pregnant by social media body watchers. Stars like Thuli Phongolo, Bonang Matheba and Khanyi Mbau have been rumoured to be pregnant.

Source: Briefly News