Ayanda Thabethe and Peter Matsimbe officially tied the knot in a private and elegant signing ceremony on 29 June 2025, marking the culmination of a four-year relationship during which they built a family together with two sons born in 2021 and 2023. Ayanda, a celebrated South African media personality and entrepreneur, shared the joyous news on Instagram with a heartfelt caption referencing the biblical Song of Songs: “I have found the one whom my soul loves.” The ceremony was an intimate affair surrounded by close family and friends, reflecting their deep commitment and love.
Peter Matsimbe, a businessman with a complex public profile, has been described by Ayanda as her devoted partner and father of her children. Despite past public scrutiny and rumors concerning his personal life, including allegations of previous marriages to a woman named Shannen Thring, Ayanda’s legal representatives have confirmed that Peter was never married before their union.
The couple’s journey included a romantic engagement in December 2024, complete with a violin serenade and flower petals, which Ayanda shared as a beautiful milestone with her followers. Their wedding ceremony, marked by elegant black-themed guests and Ayanda’s stunning white gown, symbolized the beginning of their “forever as a family” and was widely celebrated by fans and the media alike.
Date and Ceremony
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Date: 29 June 2025
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Type: Intimate signing ceremony
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Style: Elegant, heartfelt, and private, attended by close family and friends
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Theme: Guests wore elegant black, while Ayanda wore a sleek white gown and Peter a classic black-and-white suit
Venue
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Ayanda Thabethe and Peter Matsimbe’s wedding, planned by Precious The Planner, was held at FS Johannesburg, a luxurious and exclusive venue in Johannesburg. This is confirmed by Precious The Planner’s official Instagram reel caption, which states the location as FS Johannesburg.
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Wedding Planner
Planner: The event was orchestrated by Precious The Planner, a renowned luxury wedding and event designer known for producing high-profile celebrations in South Africa and internationally. Precious The Planner is recognized for attention to detail, bespoke décor, and seamless event execution.
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Notable Details
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Gown: Ayanda’s white gown was highlighted for its elegance and modern design.
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Décor: The setting featured sophisticated, black-themed guest attire and luxurious floral arrangements.
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Guest List: Included close friends and family, with congratulatory messages from celebrities such as Pearl Modiadie, Connie Ferguson, and Boity Thulo
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Peter Matsimbe is a Malawian-born African lawyer and businessman, born around June 9 between 1980 and 1990, making him approximately 42 years old. He has a background in law, having interned at the High Court of Malawi in 2014, and is also known for his business activities.
He has been embroiled in significant legal controversies. Since November 2020, Matsimbe has been wanted by South African police following allegations that he used fraudulent documents to secure a loan from Standard Bank. This loan was allegedly used to purchase 10 luxury vehicles, including high-end models such as a McLaren MP4 coupé, BMW X5, Audi Q3, Lexus SUVs, and others through his company Matsimbe and Co. After failing to return these vehicles as ordered by the court, a warrant was issued for his arrest by the North Gauteng High Court.
Law enforcement has struggled to apprehend him, with reports suggesting he has been evading arrest by crossing borders undetected, possibly fleeing to Zambia. Police in Sandton continue to investigate and pursue him actively.
Despite these allegations, Matsimbe is known for a lavish lifestyle, including owning a Ferrari SF90 worth about R14 million and reportedly purchasing luxury vehicles for Ayanda Thabethe, such as a Rolls-Royce Cullinan valued at around R18 million. He has also been linked to past smuggling scandals and has connections with some government officials in Swaziland.
Ayanda Thabethe’s previous relationships with years included:
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Andile Ncube (2013–2016)
Ayanda and Andile Ncube got engaged in 2013 and reportedly had a traditional ceremony. They had a private wedding ceremony in 2014 but never signed an official marriage certificate. Their relationship ended around 2016, with Ayanda clarifying in 2022 that they never legally divorced because no marriage certificate was signed. -
Zulu Mkhathini (Date unspecified, post-2016)
After parting ways with Andile Ncube, Ayanda was linked to musician and TV presenter Zulu Mkhathini. The exact years of this relationship are not publicly detailed but it occurred after 2016. -
Papi Rapolai (Date unspecified)
Ayanda was rumored to have been involved with businessman Papi Rapolai. The timeline and confirmation of this relationship remain unclear and less public. -
Peter Matsimbe (2021–present)
Ayanda began dating Peter Matsimbe around May 2021. They have two sons born in 2021 and 2023. The couple got engaged in December 2024 and officially married on 29 June 2025.
