“If He Wants to, He Will”: Uncles Show Up To Pay Lobola on Couple’s One Year Anniversary

• A South African couple celebrated their first anniversary in a special way when the boyfriend's uncles arrived to negotiate lobola, following traditional marriage customs
• The heartwarming TikTok video showcases the family's extensive preparations, from traditional food to formal outdoor setup, culminating in a surprise proposal
• Mzansi's social media users were moved by the man's commitment, with many noting how he demonstrated that "when a man knows, he knows"

Content creator @thando_theshopper shared a beautiful moment in her relationship journey that merged traditional and modern love customs.

The video began with the groom's family arriving at her family gate to pay lobola, followed by scenes of elaborate food preparation and a formally decorated outdoor dining area.

The day became even more special when, after successfully concluding the lobola negotiations, the groom got down on one knee, presenting an engagement ring and combining traditional values with modern romance.

Watch the video below.

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Understanding lobola

Lobola, a traditional African custom, represents the joining of two families through marriage negotiations.

It involves the groom's family paying a bride price to the bride's family, symbolizing respect, gratitude, and the establishment of a lasting bond between the families. The negotiations are usually handled by uncles and senior family members from both sides.

Mzansi celebrates love

The online community shared their joy and admiration:

@ᴢᴜᴍᴀ_ᴋʜᴜʟᴜʙᴇɴᴢᴇ wondered:

"It looks like you were well prepared for them my sister. You were aware ukuthi bayeza?"

@a.m.a.h.l.e observed:

"This is a reminder that if he wants to and knows what he wants HE WILL🙂‍↕️"

@Blanc0 declared:

"The definition of a man knows when and who he wants to marry❤️🍾!"

@user6806799819634 stated:

"One thing about men ke sana👏👏abacucuzi when they find the one."

@ntokozo🥺💓 couldn't contain their emotions:

"Why am I crying 😭😭 I'm so happy for you stranger 🥰🥰🥰"

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• A family's excitement turned to disappointment when their daughter's fiancé failed to show up for lobola negotiations, leaving them with prepared food and heavy hearts.
• An American man's attempt at traditional lobola proceedings amused South Africans when he arrived with two Zulu translators, creating an unexpected cultural fusion.
• One woman's surprising encounter with a cow in her kitchen led to humorous comparisons to lobola cattle, showcasing how deeply embedded the tradition is in South African culture.

Source: Briefly News