Khanyi Mbau Reacts to Ex-husband Mandla Mthembu’s Death
- Former The Wife actress Khanyi Mbau has responded to the passing of her daughter's father, Mandla Mthembu
- Mthembu passed away on Sunday, 21 September 2025, at the age of 68 years, from stroke complications
- South Africans took to social media this week to react to the popular businessman's death
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Reality TV star Khanyi Mbau has commented on her ex-husband and baby daddy, Mandla Mthembu's death.
Mbau, who previously had social media talking when she was an MC at Ndlala Mall's grand opening, has bid farewell to the father of her daughter.
News24 reported on Tuesday, 23 September 2025, that Mbau has bid farewell to Mthembu.
The former Muvhango actress told the publication: "We do hope he rests in peace. That's all we can say. It's never nice to hear bad news."
The publication also reveals that Mbau did not wish to speak much about her former husband.
According to TimesLIVE, the businessman died after suffering complications related to a stroke.
The family shared in a statement that the 68-year-old passed away on Sunday, 21 September 2025, evening at a hospital in New York.
Mthembu leaves behind 6 children, namely: Khanukani, Melusi, Nelisiwe, Onentando, Ntando, and Sibongile.
Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela confirmed on his X account on Monday, 22 September 2025, that Mthembu passed away.
South Africans respond to Mthembu's death
@Nelisiwe94 replied:
"Mandla Mthembu is Khanyi's ex-husband and the father of Khanyi's only daughter. In his death, we shouldn't be characterising him as some sort of ex-boyfriend. May he rest in peace."
@miste_Tee commented:
"Why the mention or relevance of a long-standing member of the ANC? Was he accompanying Cyril Ramaphosa in New York?"
@TruthTeller_99 said:
"He had a weak legacy. He blew R260 million in 6 months, bought 2x yellow Lambos, and let a below-average baddie milk him dry."
@Nhoza_ wrote:
"It's crazy that Khanyi had searched for him as he just disappeared for years. She shared multiple times in interviews that she didn’t know where he was. The people who knew his whereabouts kept quiet. However, now that he has passed on, his whereabouts are suddenly known."
@muzi_mocco responded:
'Witchcraft in the form of SARS made him leave South Africa. You can't live extravagantly in SA without being asked what you do for the poor and to give back."
@nkabindenm commented:
"He suffered a depression and stroke after Khanyi chowed all his money💰. He was too old to be outsmarted by Khanyi. RIP, comrade Mandla Mthembu. I hope that Mbalula will release the statement soon🙏."
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Khanyi Mbau recreates viral challenge with her sisters
In more entertainment news, Briefly News previously reported that South Africans were excited to see Khanyi Mbau hopping on her own viral dance challenge.
The Mzansi entertainer recreated an old video of herself that’s been trending on TikTok with her 3 siblings, including Lasizwe.
Social media users could not help but stan a queen who is a trendsetter and praised her in the comments of the new video.
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