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Mpendulo Dube Addresses Eviction, Criticism and Future Plans
When Mpendulo Dube was evicted from Big Brother Mzansi, he described the moment as significant, particularly because he had previously failed to secure enough votes to enter the house in an earlier season.
Speaking to Independent Online (IOL) after his eviction, Dube reflected on what it meant to finally make it onto the show. “It wasn’t just my dream anymore,” he said. “Other people believed I could be on the show and wanted to see it happen.” He explained that missing out previously had been disappointing, but being voted in this time made him feel accountable to the viewers who supported him.

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During his time in the house, Dube served as Head of House and introduced a rule requiring each housemate to wash their own dishes. The decision was initially met with resistance. In his interview with IOL, he said, “The next day, the same people who were rebellious were washing their plates,” describing the shift he observed after enforcing the rule.
He also addressed criticism circulating on social media about comments suggesting he had referred to himself as an “A-lister.” In an interview with News24, Dube denied assigning himself that label. “If I was going to say something like that, it would sound like something in my lingo,” he said, maintaining that the remark had been taken out of context.

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Looking ahead, Dube confirmed that he plans to return to complete his third year in digital arts. Speaking to SowetanLIVE, he made it clear that long-term plans extend beyond reality television exposure. “Being a celebrity isn’t my end goal,” he said. “I want to create, learn and motivate others to do the same.”
In the same SowetanLIVE interview, Dube also spoke about his connection with fellow housemate Kokii Beuzana and mentioned plans for a “kota date” now that he is out of the house. While he did not define what the relationship might become, he indicated that he is open to seeing how it develops outside the reality television environment.
For Dube, the eviction marked the end of his run on the show, but in his words, it has not changed his intention to build on the visibility the platform provided.
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Thuli Phongolo Denies Dating Claims Surrounding Prince Kaybee and Edwin
Thuli Phongolo has addressed online speculation about her private life, firmly denying claims that she is romantically involved with DJ Prince Kaybee and Edwin. The actress is the subject of social media relationship rumours, has dismissed the latest allegations.
The rumours began circulating on social media platforms where Chris Excel, a troll, suggested she had interactions that were interpreted as romantic.
Responding, Thuli Phongolo made it clear that she is not in any romantic relationship with either. She says such narratives are not true. She urged the public to stop attaching her name to such news.

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Kaybee responded to Chris with a funny caption,
“Lol you motherfucker “
Thuli was not happy with this response and urged him to tell the truth. She replied,
“Uhm, since when?
If you’re going to entertain it, you might as well clear it with the TRUTH. I’ve never slept with you or Edwin for that matter! This whole narrative of trying to paint me as loose is tired, I don’t play with my p*ssy please! “
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This is not the first time Phongolo has faced dating rumours. She was linked to several DJ Maphorisa earlier in the year. In every rumor linked to her, she has always said her relationships are private.
Phongolo claims she was not dating anyone. She asked the public to avoid spreading unfounded rumours that could affect her image.

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The latest wave of speculation highlights issues faced by many South African celebrities. In Phongolo’s case, attending public functions with someone triggers dating rumours.
Despite the distractions, Phongolo hopes to grow her brand in entertainment. Her denials suggest her stance on keeping boundaries between public and personal life.
She has now made it clear that the claims linking her to Prince Kaybee and Edwin are untrue, urging the public to discard them.
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Tom Holland Confirms He and Zendaya Are Married
After months of speculation, Tom Holland has confirmed that he and longtime partner Zendaya are married. This came during a recent interview with Esquire UK, ending widespread rumours that had circulated since early 2026.
Holland addressed the topic while discussing a series of AI-generated wedding photos that went viral online earlier this year. The images appeared showing the couple at a wedding ceremony and sparked intense debate among fans. When asked whether he had to explain the fake photos to his family, Holland replied,

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“No, because they were all there.”
“The wedding has already happened. You missed it,”
He immediately followed the remark by saying,
“That’s all you’ll get on that,”
And didn’t comment any further
This is the first time either Holland or Zendaya has publicly acknowledged their marriage. Although rumours had circulated for months, the couple continues to decline any discussion about their private lives. In March Zendaya’s stylist, Law Roach, suggested during an interview that they are already married.

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Their first meeting was while filming Spider-Man: Homecoming. Despite dating rumours surrounding them for years, they have kept it to themselves. There were reports that the couple became engaged during the 2024 holiday season, none of them confirmed it.
In the same interview, Holland talked about the importance of their relationship. He described Zendaya as his “best friend” and said their bond helped him through the pressures of the entertainment industry. Holland said that having a supportive relationship has helped him. He added that he feels happiest when he is with her because she is someone who understands the challenges faced in the industry.

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Zendaya appeared to support the news during promotional events for their upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day. During appearances in Amsterdam, she was seen wearing a wedding band. The couple also made a rare joint public appearance while promoting the film.
Holland’s confirmation brings closure to months of speculation. While the newlyweds remain committed to protecting their personal lives, the actor’s comments have officially confirmed what many had suspected for months.
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Tyla Joins Shakira’s ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran’ US Tour as Special Guest
Tyla has been announced as a special guest on the United States leg of Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour. This came after both artists appeared at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City.
According to reports, Tyla will join the North American leg of the tour. Shakira also spoke highly of the South African star. The Colombian superstar described the upcoming collaboration as “simply iconic,” and praised Tyla both as an artist and a person.

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Shakira said:
“I love Tyla. I love her as an artist and as a human being. I think she’s just amazing. I think this performance is going to be simply iconic.”
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The US leg of Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour starts on June 13 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. There will be performances in San Jose, Dallas, Atlanta, Miami, Baltimore, Boston, Newark, Brooklyn, Belmont Park and Atlantic City. Due to fan demand, new dates have been added, further extending Shakira’s presence in the American market.
Shakira’s tour is already a commercial success with the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour generating more than $421 million in revenue and sold over 3.3 million tickets. This is a new record by a Latin artist.

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Just days before the tour was announced, Tyla was at the FIFA World Cup singing “Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika” alongside the Mzansi Youth Choir. During the opening ceremony she performed the anthem to a cheering crowd who were thrilled by her. Sharing the stage with artists such as Shakira Burna Boy and Future marked another high-profile moment in her international career.
She has established herself as one of Africa’s most successful global music exports. Her addition comes as the tour continues its record-breaking run.
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