Maskandi star Khuzani Mpungose announces plans to wed long-time love
While keeping his fiancée's identity private, Khuzani also shared his plans to have multiple wives.
He expressed sorrow over his late grandmother's absence, but believes she will spiritually witness the wedding.
South African musician Khuzani Mpungose is gearing up for a monumental moment in his life as he prepares to say 'I do' after a decade with his ideal partner. The beloved Maskandi artist delighted fans this week by sharing the exciting news through an endearing Facebook post.
The traditional-themed wedding is set to take place on 15 December 2025, in his hometown of Nkandla.
'My people, on 15 December 2025, we will be welcoming the very first makoti to ever enter my father's house… Let's meet there on that day,' he wrote in isiZulu, pairing the heartfelt announcement with a photo invite, warmly welcoming fans to join the celebrations.
Sizwe sakithi, ngomhlaka 15 December 2025 kuzobe kungena uMakoti wokuqala emzini kababa, umbhidlango wokuvusa imizi yobaba isiqalile. Asihlangane khona ngalolusuku🙌
Posted by Khuzani KING Ndlamlenze Mpungose on Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Speaking to Daily Sun, the 35-year-old opened up about his decade-long relationship, though he respectfully opted to keep his partner's identity private. Revealing his plans, he shared his intention to marry multiple wives.
'I will marry more than one wife, but will not mention how many. When a man is building homes, he sees the need to marry more wives.'
The Ijele hitmaker also expressed a bittersweet sentiment regarding his upcoming wedding, as his grandmother, who had always urged him to tie the knot, won't be physically present.
King of the nation💙
Posted by Khuzani KING Ndlamlenze Mpungose on Thursday, July 31, 2025
'Although gogo is not with us physically, she will witness my wedding where she is. She is not dead, but her soul is separated from her mortal being. She is with us spiritually and is happy because her wish will finally be fulfilled,' he said.
Meanwhile, fans have expressed excitement over the news, sharing hundreds of congratulatory messages and well-wishes.
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