Tirelo Kale has reached a major milestone in her relationship with Mpumelelo ‘Sbindi’ Mseleku after he paid lobola for her on Thursday, 3 September 2026.
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The Izingane Zesthembu star shared pictures from the lobola ceremony, confirming that her long-running relationship with Sbindi has taken another significant step.
Tirelo Kale celebrates lobola milestone
The lobola ceremony marks a major development for Tirelo, who has been in a relationship with Sbindi for several years. The couple have also welcomed a son together, Singabakho, and their relationship has been a major storyline on Izingane Zesthembu.
Tirelo’s journey with Sbindi has previously attracted attention because of the complexities surrounding his relationships and his plans for a polygamous household.
Before Thursday’s ceremony, Tirelo had also spoken publicly about the challenges of being in a relationship with Sbindi.
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A complicated journey
Tirelo’s relationship with Sbindi has not always been smooth sailing.
According to previous reports, her parents had initially rejected a lobola proposal from Sbindi. Musa Mseleku previously revealed that Tirelo’s family had concerns about their daughter’s circumstances, including her education, employment and the instability in her relationship with Sbindi.
The situation became even more complicated when Sbindi paid lobola for another partner, Amahle Biyela. This meant that Biyela became his first wife in the context of his polygamous plans, while Tirelo remained his longtime partner.
That development caused considerable discussion among Izingane Zesthembu viewers, particularly because of Tirelo and Sbindi’s history.
Tirelo’s new chapter
The latest lobola ceremony now appears to mark a new chapter for Tirelo and Sbindi.
Pictures from the ceremony have already sparked reactions from fans, with many celebrating the couple’s milestone while others continue to debate the dynamics of Sbindi’s relationships.
For Tirelo, however, the ceremony represents a significant moment after years of uncertainty surrounding her position in Sbindi’s life.
The couple’s relationship will likely continue to feature prominently on Izingane Zesthembu, where viewers have followed their journey, including the highs and lows of building a family together.
As the Mseleku family continues to navigate its polygamous relationships, Tirelo’s lobola ceremony adds another significant chapter to the family’s ever-evolving story.
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