“My Wife Says It’s AI”: SA Reacts to Woman’s Gift to Her Husband for His Birthday, Shares Video
- A South African woman captured hearts by surprising her husband with a brand new Ford Ranger
- The viral TikTok video showcases the man's emotional reaction to the surprise, with the wife’s months of planning paying off in a truly unforgettable gift
- Briefly News takes a look at the importance of gifting in a relationship and how creating new memories together impacts couples
- Paula Quinsee, relationship expert and Founder of Engaged Humans, spoke to Briefly News about the role of vulnerability in expressing love through surprises and gifts
A South African woman has captured the hearts of social media users after pulling off an unforgettable surprise for her husband, which left people talking.

Source: TikTok
Wife surprises her hubby with a brand new car
The heartwarming moment was shared on TikTok under the handle @priscillamokhuoa on June 13, 2024, and has since gained massive online traction.
@priscillamokhuoa's video, which left South Africans teary-eyed and inspired, shows the unsuspecting husband being led outside, where a neatly wrapped Ford Ranger stood gleaming in the sunlight, complete with a giant red bow on the bonnet.
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At first stunned, the man broke into disbelief before embracing his wife tightly in gratitude. According to the clip caption, the wife had been planning the surprise for months, saving up and working behind the scenes to make the dream a reality. The wife got her hubby a white Ford Ranger for his birthday.
The Ford Ranger, known for its durability and rugged style, was a perfect fit for her husband, who has reportedly always admired the vehicle.
The video has since gone viral, garnering thousands of views and reactions on TikTok. The couple’s joyful moment has sparked a broader conversation around appreciation and mutual support in relationships.
Watch the video footage below:
Vulnerability's role in love through surprises
While speaking to Briefly News, relationship expert and Founder of Engaged Humans, Paula Quinsee said the following:
"When someone takes the initiative (or risk) to surprise their partner, it requires a lot of courage (or vulnerability) in being able to express their love through surprises. This reveals one's true desires and intentions in a way that makes the person on the receiving end feel special and validated."
The relationship expert and Founder of Engaged Humans added that this kind of act demonstrates "trust and emotional openness, which can deepen the relational intimacy."
Partners who are daring and taking initiative communicate a genuine concern for the other person's happiness by going beyond their comfort zones.
"Surprises that are thoughtful and personal often speak to deeper emotional needs such as the desire to connect, and do something to make both feel significant and appreciated, which can build a stronger emotional relational bond. The willingness to be vulnerable and show affection in unexpected ways can enhance the trust and mutual care between couples," she added.
The importance of gift-giving in relationships
In relationships, giving gifts is a meaningful way to show love, gratitude, and emotional connection. According to The Touch Point Solution, gifting in relationships strengthens the relationship between partners by enabling them to show consideration and concern. Gifts can express strong feelings and improve a relationship, whether they are given as meaningful gestures or as tiny symbols of affection.
Creating new memories together
Partners' emotional bonds can be strengthened by sharing experiences and making new memories together. The Baely App states that engaging in shared interests creates a feeling of cohesion and inclusion. These times spent together help to establish a solid basis for the partnership.
Relationships can be nurtured and strengthened by incorporating thoughtful gifting and making memories together. These behaviours improve relationships' lifespan and general enjoyment, in addition to strengthening emotional ties.
Mzansi in awe of wife’s birthday gift to hubby
South Africans are in awe of a heartwarming moment when a wife surprised her hubby with a thoughtful birthday gift, leaving social media buzzing with admiration for her sweet and thoughtful gesture.
Dextrous detailing said:
"It's a sign he has sacrificed a lot for her, and she is honouring him for that."
Mᥫ᭡ wrote:
"I want to be this type of wife."
Nolzfuze shared:
"I need God to bless me cause this is what I’d wanna do for umuntu wam."
Thabiso Zondo expressed:
"My wife says it’s AI."
Laure commented:
"And he’s probably a very good husband, too."

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SA women’s thoughtful surprises for partners
- Briefly News reported that a lovely wife with the Twitter handle @Queenyetty1_ on Sunday, February 28, celebrated her husband on his birthday.
- A warm-hearted babe had Mzansi singles wishing to find partners after flexing a touching birthday surprise she prepared for her boyfriend.
- In a touching display of love, one South African man and his bae left many people in their feelings after he experienced a sweet and memorable homecoming.
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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za

Paula Quinsee (Certified Relationship Therapy Educator and founder of Engaged Humans) Paula Quinsee is the founder of Engaged Humans, facilitating connection between individuals and organisations to create a more human-connected world. She is a certified Imago Relationship Therapy educator and facilitator, NLP practitioner, PDA analyst, coach and trainer. Paula is also the author of two self-help guides - Embracing Conflict and Embracing No - as well as an international speaker, advocate for mental health and activist for gender-based violence.