“I Remember Feeling Very Sad” Mpho Maboi Speaks About Her Failed Marriage

Mpho Maboi openly discussed the reasons behind ending her marriage with former soccer player Reneilwe Letsholonyane.

In late 2022, the media personality confirmed their divorce on social media after weeks of speculation. During a 702 interview, Mpho disclosed that she and Reneilwe finalized their divorce in 2021 after attempts to repair their relationship.

“We got divorced, and had been quiet about it. People assumed there has to be a third party involved or it has to be about money,” she said. Mpho revealed that she had grown unhappy in their marriage, and the worst thing for their relationship was getting married.

She expressed that if they hadn’t married, they might still be together, emphasizing how marriage changes everything—from how people perceive you to how your family views you.

“I remember feeling very sad and feeling as though this was not what I wanted. This is not going how I wanted it to go. I love to be happy, and I found myself constantly saying to him ‘I’m not happy.’ We did try, family meetings and all of that, but it was not working.”

In 2017, Mpho and Reneilwe married in a secret ceremony, confirming the news during an interview with DJ Fresh. However, Mpho highlighted that marriage is not the end point for everyone and shouldn’t be imposed on others. She emphasized that not everybody aspires to get married, and the pressure around marriage can be overwhelming.