Matshidiso Matilda’s Husband Deactivates Social Media Amid Limpopo Boy Video Storm

• Kevin Shai reportedly deactivated his Facebook account as an alleged private video involving Matshidiso Matilda and Limpopo Boy circulated online
• The Shai family issued a statement asking the public to stop sharing or distributing private videos linked to the controversy
• Limpopo Boy’s management reportedly called the footage stolen content and said legal and cybersecurity steps were being taken

Kevin Shai, the husband of Johannesburg influencer Matshidiso Matilda, has reportedly stepped away from social media as an alleged private video involving his wife and dancer Limpopo Boy continues to dominate online conversations.

According to a post shared by @MDNnewss on X on Monday, 10 August, Shai’s Facebook account was no longer active as speculation around the controversy intensified. His apparent social media exit quickly became part of the drama, with users questioning what his disappearance could mean for the couple.

Kevin Shai’s family breaks silence

The Shai family has since addressed the situation directly. @MzansiTouchline shared the family’s press statement on X, with relatives describing the matter as a painful and deeply private family issue.

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The statement asked social media users not to download, repost, share or distribute any private videos or images connected to the controversy.

The family said Kevin was taking time to process what had happened while surrounded by loved ones. They also made it clear that they would not be revealing further private details publicly.

See the family statement in the X post below:

Alleged video sends social media buzzing

The alleged footage began circulating online on Sunday, 9 August, with social media users debating the identities of the people allegedly appearing in it and what the situation could mean for Matshidiso and Shai’s marriage.

Matshidiso and Shai tied the knot in 2025, and she has previously referred to him publicly as her husband. Amid the frenzy, fake accounts allegedly claiming to belong to Shai have also surfaced, adding another layer of confusion to an already messy situation.

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Limpopo Boy team calls for action

Limpopo Boy’s management reportedly described the material as stolen and circulated without consent. His team characterised the incident as a serious privacy violation and said legal and cybersecurity measures were being pursued to remove the content.

For now, the Shai family appears determined to keep the matter behind closed doors, urging the public to respect Kevin’s privacy.

As the online chatter continues, the family’s plea is simple, the private footage should not become social media entertainment.

Kevin Shai’s family breaks their silence

Recently Briefly News reported that Kevin Shai’s family issued a press statement on 10 August 2026 addressing a painful private matter that spilled onto social media after private videos linked to the situation circulated online.

The family urged the public to stop sharing the footage and respect everyone involved as the matter continues to attract widespread attention. Shai, the husband of Matshidiso Matilda, is reportedly receiving support from his family during the difficult period.

Source: Briefly News