“SA’s New Anthem”: Malcolm and Domestic Worker Sis Thembi Go Viral With Old Wrestling Clip
- Kiki La Coco shared an old video of Malcolm and domestic worker Thembi dancing to Woza Woza by Spokoboi
- The clip showed Malcolm wrestling Thembi by lifting and throwing her onto his bed before they both started dancing together
- South Africans praised their close relationship, with many saying Malcolm has set an example of how employers should treat their workers
- Briefly News spoke to dance expert Jayshri Rangasamy regarding the best part about dance-offs
Source: TikTok
Kiki La Coco, wife of TikTok star Malcolm Wentzel from Mpumalanga, shared a video on 25 November 2025 showing her husband, Malcolm and their domestic worker Thembi Ubisi in a fun wrestling and dance-off. The old clip went viral, getting over 42,000 reactions and more than 1,000 comments from South Africans who love seeing the special bond between Malcolm and Thembi.
The video showed Malcolm and Thembi dancing to the song Woza Woza by Spokoboi. There was also text overlaid on the video that read:
"Madam Speaker and our new President dance off."
At the start of the clip, Malcolm ran towards Thembi and lifted her before throwing her onto the bed with Kiki recording the funny but dramatic moment. Thembi got up, laughing as two of the pet dogs joined in on the fun. She then pulled out some impressive dance moves, while Malcolm urged her on, and eventually, they danced off. Kiki recorded the entire moment, capturing the fun interaction between employer and employee.
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Malcolm Wentzel is a South African TikToker with over 1.4 million followers and the CEO of WENZANE (Pty) Ltd. He's become famous for his heartwarming relationship with Thembi, treating her more like part of the family than just an employee.
Source: TikTok
Mzansi celebrates their bond
Social media users shared messages of appreciation for the relationship on Malcolm's wife's TikTok page, @kiki_la_coco's clip:
@MusaMkandla@25 wrote:
"Happy birthday CC, and your son 🥰🥰🥰 Beautiful family. ALWAYS happy."
@Inspector_James_Carter_🕵🏻♂️ said:
"I hope everyone in South Africa is taking notes 📝 ... They have clearly set an example that should be followed 🫡💯"
@maranata😍 shared:
"South Africans are happy without politics ❤❤️"
@zamamthe added:
"I think she does her work well... And pray for her boss's success 🙌"
@CommunityStandardsViolater🇿🇦 wrote:
"This is a mother-son love 💚 It's beautiful."
@BIG T. said:
"I don't care who will says whatever, but this man has a pure heart...🙏🙏"
Why dancing creates strong bonds
According to experts at Scientific American, dancing in groups encourages social bonding. University of Oxford psychologist Bronwyn Tarr and her colleagues found that people feel closer to their dance partners after dancing the same steps at the same time. The study showed that both synchrony and physical exertion raised dancers' pain tolerance and made them feel more connected to their group.
Speaking to Briefly News writer, Nerissa Naidoo, dance expert Jayshri Rangasamy discussed what's so fun about being in a dance off. She stated:
"Dance-offs are so much fun because they bring out creativity, energy and friendly competition all at once. From a dance expert’s perspective, a dance-off isn’t just about who has the best moves; it’s about expressing yourself, reading your opponent, and responding in the moment. It creates an exciting vibe where dancers push their limits and try new styles."
She also said:
"What makes dance-offs truly enjoyable is the connection they build between dancers and the audience. Everyone gets involved, cheering, laughing and celebrating each move. It’s also a great way to learn from others, see different techniques, and grow as a dancer. At the heart of it, dance-offs are a joyful celebration of movement and culture, where skill meets spontaneity in the most fun way possible."
Watch the TikTok video below:
More domestic worker stories
- Briefly News recently reported on a debate about the salaries of Zimbabwean domestic workers in SA.
- Sis Thembi stunned Malcolm when she put up a billboard advertising her R1 million bakkie giveaway competition.
- Domestic workers joined a Reddit discussion sharing what they wish employers understood about their work and experiences.
Proofreading by Roxanne Dos Ramos, copy editor at Briefly.co.za.
Source: Briefly News
Nerissa Naidoo (Human Interest Editor) Nerissa Naidoo is a writer and editor with seven years of experience. Currently, she is a human interest writer at Briefly News and joined the publication in 2024. She began her career contributing to Morning Lazziness and later joined Featherpen.org. As a TUW ghostwriter, she focused on non-fiction, while her editorial roles at National Today and Entail.ai honed her skills in content accuracy and expert-driven editing. You can reach her at nerissa.naidoo@briefly.co.za
Jayshri Rangasamy (Medical Scientist - Pharmacologist - Clinical Team Lead) Jayshri Rangasamy, Fortrea's Clinical Operations Delivery Leader, oversees the company's Clinical Team. She has extensive experience in both infectious diseases (tuberculosis, Ebola, COVID-19) and non-infectious diseases (cardiovascular, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), as well as oncology (lung cancer, hematologic malignancies). Rangasamy, who holds a MS and BS in Pharmacology and Human Physiology from the University of Pretoria, is an advocate for empathetic leadership. She's also a certified Latin and ballroom dancer.
