After the shocking revelation made by Mohale Motaung about his estranged husband, Somizi Mhlongo about physical abuse, It looks like the celebrity couple relationship has finally hit the rock as there are news of pending divorce.
After months of denying rumours that their marriage is on the rocks, Mohale on Sunday addressed reports of infidelity and made explosive domestic abuse allegations against his husband in an audio interview with producers of Living the Dream with Somizi.
Mohale did not respond at the time of publishing.
“A statement was sent out on Sunday, and we have been advised that no further comment is to be made on the matter. I hope that you can appreciate the position we find ourselves in as business managers.” on behalf of Somizi, Sibu Mabena said:
The statement Sibu was referring to was released on Sunday on Phil Mphela’s Twitter: “Mr Somizi Mhlongo has become aware of allegations allegedly made against him by his estranged husband, Mr Mohale Motaung, published in the Sunday World newspaper on 1 August 2021. Given the severity of the allegations, Mr Mhlongo has referred the matter to his legal team who are best equipped to handle the matter moving forward.”
On Wednesday, it was gathered that Somizi would be taking a leave of absence from Metro FM.
“The SABC can confirm that Metro FM management met with Somizi Mhlongo and he has requested to take some time off from work. Management has granted Somizi Mhlongo permission to do so. The corporation has also noted comments on social media about Somizi Mhlongo and we would like to point out that the public broadcaster does not condone any acts of abuse and violence.”
Somizi’s participation as an Idols SA judge on M-Net’s Mzansi Magic (DStv 161) channel has become uncertain following the serious nature of the allegations.
MultiChoice on Tuesday in a statement in response to a media enquiry: “We are aware of the allegations made against Somizi Mhlongo. As a strong proponent of a violence-free South Africa, we view these allegations seriously and are giving them the attention they deserve”.