“Sthembu Is the Solution”: Woman Devastated To Learn General Mkhwananzi Has a Wife
- A TikTok user shared her reaction to learning that Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is married, going viral online and sparking playful commentary
- The clip highlighted Mkhwanazi’s recent public attention, including his testimony at the Madlanga Commission and his role in South African policing
- The video struck a balance between humour and admiration, showing how social media users engage with personal stories of public figures
South Africans laughed and reacted when a TikTok user discovered that Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, the trending police commissioner, is married, adding a personal twist to his public profile.
Source: TikTok
South African social media users were treated to a mix of humour and heartbreak on 21 September 2025 when TikTok user @siya_mtolo posted a video reacting to Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s marital status. Within a day, the video garnered over 900 likes and numerous comments from women expressing their disappointment. The creator captioned the post:
“But I don't mind being her sister wife hle.”
In the video, Siya Mtolo expressed her dismay at discovering that Mkhwanazi, who has been trending in South Africa, is married. The police commissioner has been in the spotlight recently for his testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, where he addressed allegations of political interference and corruption within the police force. His high-profile role and recent public scrutiny have only amplified attention to his personal life, making this lighthearted TikTok all the more relatable to many viewers.
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Trending figure captures public attention
The video prompted widespread conversation not just about Mkhwanazi’s personal life but also about the pressures faced by high-ranking officials in the public eye. Netizens reflected on the human side of figures often seen solely in news headlines. Comments ranged from humorous acceptance of the situation to admiration for the police commissioner’s dedication and resilience amid ongoing investigations and scrutiny from the media and public alike.
Despite the lighthearted nature of the TikTok clip, the post highlighted the intersection of celebrity, social media, and public service. It showed how even in moments of levity, South Africans remain highly engaged with their public figures. For many, the video offered a fun, relatable glimpse into the personal life of someone otherwise defined by professional accomplishments and public responsibility.
Source: TikTok
Mzansi reacted to the video
Zuka wrote:
"Ngazizwa ngiphathwa Covid, asthma, hypertension, sinus. 😂😂😂"
Mother of three said:
"Don’t worry, he is a Zulu man. It’s allowed in his culture for him to take you as his second wife and me as his third."
Heart commented:
"I noticed a ring in his hand a long time ago. 🤣🤣 Now I am at peace. 🤣🤣🤣"
Asalicious wrote:
"Why is everyone surprised? Ikhona indoda eyi superhero I phinde ibe single?"
CoachMo said:
"The word 'my wife' when other women hear it from a certain man, it's painful."
mzozozo commented:
"Ukhalisa kwe siren yamaphoyisa. 😅😂🤣"
Lischen R wrote:
"A man of such calibre definitely has a great woman standing right next to him."
K said:
"Nam tshomi kodwa ke we don't mind polygamous. 😂😂😂😂"
Khwezilomsomlwand commented:
"Sikhala sobabini mntase indlela eye ndakhubeka ngayo ungafunga uthi ndiyi single lady."
Check out the TikTok video below:
3 other Briefly News stories about Mkhwanazi
- KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi continued his explosive testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.
- KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi gave insight into how businessman Brown Mogotsi reached out to him.
- KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi revealed that the Presidency tried to disrupt policing.
Source: Briefly News
