TV star Nozipho Ntshangase has moved out of the family home with her eight children as she begins to rebuild her life separately from her husband, Zola Ntshangase, and his newly married second wife, Misokuhle Nomsheshe.
After 17 years of marriage, Nozipho’s world was upended when Zola took a second wife in a traditional ceremony earlier this year, despite Nozipho’s heartfelt objections. The decision to enter into a polygamous union has sparked widespread public debate across South Africa about the complexities of polygamy, family dynamics, and respect in relationships.
The TikTok page @Julia_celeb_reports shared videos of Nozipho beginning her new life with her children on 23 June 2025. The story “Nozipho Ntshangase Begins New Life Away from Husband Zola and Second Wife” was reported by Scrolla Africa on 20 June 2025 in an article by Rorisang Modiba titled “Nozipho Ntshangase moves out after husband takes second wife”. Additional coverage and background on the controversy were also provided by IOL on 2 June 2025.
Timeline of Their Relationship and Recent Events:
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2008: Nozipho Ntshangase and Zola Ntshangase marry and build a family together, raising eight children over 17 years.
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March 2024: Zola publicly confirms lobola negotiations for a second wife, Misokuhle Nomsheshe, sparking backlash. He defends the decision as a family tradition and condemns the social media abuse directed at Misokuhle.
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End of 2024: The traditional wedding ceremony for Zola and Misokuhle takes place, officially sealing the polygamous union in front of Shembe church leaders and both families. Nozipho publicly expresses heartbreak and struggles to accept the marriage.
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Early 2025: Videos surface showing heated family arguments, including disputes over household matters, highlighting the emotional strain within the Ntshangase household.
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June 2025: Nozipho moves out of the family home with her children, signaling a turning point as she begins to rebuild her life separately.
Despite Nozipho’s heartfelt pleas on The Mommy Club reality show and in public statements, Zola proceeded with his polygamous marriage, igniting widespread debate across South Africa about the complexities of polygamy, consent, and cultural traditions.
Nozipho has spoken openly about the emotional pain this decision has caused her and their children, describing the disruption to the family dynamic she helped nurture for nearly two decades. Meanwhile, Zola emphasizes adherence to cultural customs and calls for respect and understanding toward his new wife, urging the public to refrain from stigmatization.
Nozipho has openly shared the emotional pain and disruption this has caused her and their children, revealing the struggle to come to terms with the new family arrangement. Videos capturing tense moments and arguments within the household have further highlighted the strain that this situation has placed on the Ntshangase family.
Zola, on the other hand, has defended his decision as rooted in cultural tradition, emphasizing that lobola negotiations were conducted properly and calling for respect toward his second wife amid social media backlash.
Now, in June 2025, Nozipho’s decision to leave the family home marks a new chapter in her life — one focused on healing and independence. Her courage to start anew resonates with many who face similar challenges balancing tradition and personal boundaries.
