Bonang Matheba talks about longevity and building her empire

Having had a seamless and successful career as one of Mzansi’s most sought-after media personalities, Bonang Matheba describes the evolution of her reign as being driven by hard work and authenticity.

Beyond the limelight, she wears many hats. From being a producer to being a hands-on businesswoman, Bonang has always loved a good challenge. “I’m always trying to do something fresh and new for myself and for my fans every now and then. I love a good challenge but will always kind of stay within the things that I love, [namely] beauty fashion, music, lifestyle, red carpet, celebrities, broadcasting, charity work … ” she said
Bonang gives credit to her mother, Charlotte Mokoena, who is the executive vice-president for human resources and corporate affairs at Sasol and who she says has always been a great role model.

“I come from a long line of incredible businessmen and women. My mom is a corporate executive and a woman who has inspired and shaped my business brain. I think naturally as a media personality and someone that is influential, you want to turn that influence into commercial value,” she said.

She has a luxury beverage brand, and shoe range with Steve Madden and there are more ventures she anticipates unveiling in the future.

When launching her own luxury beverage brand called House Of BNG, Bonang Matheba said she studied American rapper and businessman JayZ’s moves.

“After studying him, I tried to very much mimic [Jay Z’s] business decisions. He’s definitely someone that I look up to and love … business is ruthless, it’s tough, it’s 24 hours of the day … to make something great you need to actually put in the work … I live, breath, and eat House of BNG. I’m the head of every single thing and decide where the brand goes.”

Though she might be engaged in a legal battle with her previous management, CSA Global over her sparkling wine, Bonang says she is confident she will win.

“I was in a very unfortunate situation where my previous management thought they could steal from me. They stole from me, they continue to steal from me but luckily I have incredible lawyers … earlier on this year I won the biggest case of defamation in SA so my lawyers know exactly what to do. It’s looking great, it’s positive and we’re nearing the end, I look forward to the end of this,” she said.

I live, breath, and eat House of BNG. I’m the head of every single thing and decide where the brand goes.
Bonang Matheba
In 2021, after Bonang announced she had fired CSA Global and intended taking them on legally, the agency hit back at the media personality’s accusations, dismissing them as being without merit and accusing her of telling “half-truths” about the situation.

In a statement sent to at the time, CSA reiterated their earlier statement with regards to the matter.

Bonang Matheba to feature in the Netflix series Young, Famous & African

Bonang Matheba will feature in the Netflix series Young, Famous & African. been rumors about her being on the 2nd season of the reality show, but Phil Mphela revealed that she will feature on it but not a cast member like Khanyi Mbau, Nadia Nakai, and others.

Bonang joins Netflix reality show But, it’s not in a way many expect. Bonang will be featured on Young, Famous & African, but she is not going to be a cast member.

So … Rumours are true, but with a caveat,” Phil tweeted.

A sneak peek into Bonang Matheba’s outdoor soirée

South African media personality, Bonang Matheba recently hosted the media as well as some celebrities at the launch of an advanced beauty product.

The outdoor soirée, aimed at celebrating the unique shades of South African women, was held at the Ground in Muldersdrift on Thursday.

South African singer Shekhinah, YouTuber Vongai Mapho, and Miss South Africa 2020 Shudufadzo Musina were some of the celebrities and influencers in attendance.

@Bonang Hosted the Nivea soirée earlier today.This woman is freaking gorgeous ?❤️??? pic.twitter.com/Jv6zEGFnoN

— Charlieafrikka (@JohnsonAwalle) October 20, 2022

On Wednesday, the media personality said she was worried about how the weather may have affected the event.

“Hosting an outdoor soirée tomorrow. Please, this rain.” Bonang wrote on Twitter.

The rain seemed to have complied with Bonang’s prayers, and the ladies were able to show off the different skin shades.

Bonang Matheba reportedly joins Young, Famous & African reality show S2

Bonang Matheba will reportedly join season 2 of Netflix’s reality show, Young, Famous, and African. The first season which ended with a cliffhanger amassed itself a huge success, and it’s being deep-throated that Queen B will be in the forthcoming series. Production of the second season has begun, as some of the casts on the show hint at it on their social media platforms.

The cast includes Mzansi’s “Queen of Bling” Khanyi Mbau, Nadia Nakai, Andile Ncube, Tanzanian superstar Diamond Platnumz; Nigeria’s Annie Macaulay-Idibia and her hubby Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, and Zari Hassan.

A source revealed to City Press that Bonang is the newest member of the cast.

“She joined the show as its new face. It is not yet clear who she is replacing, but she will come in because fans have been hinting at wanting her to join the show.

“She has started filming already. In her first scenes, she will be seen on her trip to the US, when she was in the Hamptons in August and did not reveal what she was doing there. It will be revealed as part of her debut,” the source added.

Bonang Matheba to host Miss SA 2022 After-Party

Bonang Matheba has been announced as the host of the VIP official after-party of Miss South Africa 2022. The official page of Miss SA announced the after-party which is to hold at SunBet Arena, Time Square, on the 13th of August at 10 pm.

The artists to perform at the party are Thuli P, Kelvin Momo, Olwee, and Pinky Girl.

“It will be hosted in collaboration with our celebratory partner @houseofbng! The entertainment line-up includes @umsparty , @pinky_.girl @thuliphongolo and @kelvinmomo_. Get those dancing shoes and be ready to have a good time.

Bonang Matheba claims to be a one-time hitmaker?

Bonang Matheba spoke about her old record with Bongani Fassie after some fans demanded she drops a song for them.

The talks about songs got triggered by Sizwe Dhlomo’s revelation of when he used to sing with Queen B when they were working together. Bonang suddenly went down memory lane and spoke about how she recorded a RnB song which she labelled a hit.

“I once recorded an R&B HIT with Bongani Fassie… I wonder if he still has it!”

Love songs, you LOOOOVVVEEED singing love songs!!???? https://t.co/KClcte8QUh

— Bonang Matheba ? (@Bonang) July 3, 2022

Bongani reacted to the tweet by inviting Queen B to the studio for another song, but she declined while trying to get the old RnB song. However, the day ended on a sad note after Bonang couldn’t find the self-acclaimed hit song.

“…unfortunately my hit song is no more! A sad day indeed. Askies guys… I’m not a musician, so maybe this is good!

Love songs, you LOOOOVVVEEED singing love songs!!???? https://t.co/KClcte8QUh

— Bonang Matheba ? (@Bonang) July 3, 2022

Bonang Matheba reducing her standard because of money?

Bonang Matheba gets mocked for reducing her standard because of money. A Twitter user claimed the media personality who is one of the highly respected women in the South African entertainment industry has started accepting small jobs.

“So Bonang is accepting small gigs now,” the tweep wrote. Queen B saw the tweet and curiously asked what the tweep meant. No one explained to the star as other tweeps reacted with laughing emojis, though someone wrote “pandemic”.

It is assumed that the person is trying to fault the 2020/2021 pandemic. The pandemic might have caused Queen B to reduce her standard by accepting anything that comes her way.

“You guys are laughing but not answering me. Genuinely wanna know,” Bonang reacted.

You guys are laughing but not answering me. ??? genuinely wanna know. ?

— Bonang Matheba ? (@Bonang) June 9, 2022

Meanwhile, Bonang Matheba has reduced her hosting jobs since the lockdown got relaxed; from hosting the AMVCA in Lagos Nigeria to hosting RHOLagos which launched in Joburg, South Africa.

She also joined a global malaria campaign, which is a partnership between Paramount Africa youth channel brands, MTV Base and BET Africa and Zero Malaria Starts With Me movement.

What’s small gigs please?! ???

— Bonang Matheba ? (@Bonang) June 9, 2022

Minnie Dlamini Shows Bonang Matheba Some Love

Minnie Dlamini has finally ended her long-time beef with Bonang Matheba. Yesterday, Minnie took to her social media to reflect on her 12-year journey in the entertainment industry where her roots began in music show LIVE Amp.

The star said at the point when life was vague to her, she got informed on TV that a new presenter was needed to replace Tbo Touch. Minnie was announced as the winner of a presenter search and she showed appreciation for her early start.

Tagging Bonang and co-presenter Sizwe Dhlomo, she wrote on Instagram: “@bonang_m @sizwedhlomo were consummate professionals and I knew that I needed to work extra hard to be worthy of being on that LIVE stage with them”.

Bonang also surprised so many after she responded saying: “The best memories…. EVER! What an unforgettable journey. Thank YOU”. Minnie replied to Bonang: “Thank you for always keeping me on my toes. Bless you, queen”.

Bonang Matheba opens theft case against her rumoured boyfriend

Bonang Matheba’s relationship with a former business associate who is a Zimbabwean business person turned sour when she opened a case of theft against him in March. The media personality accused the Zimbabwean businessperson of stealing her documents and attempting to obtain a visa for her without her consent.

A source tells the publication that the former business associate was in a romantic relationship with Bonang.

“The complainant alleged that on Tuesday, March 15, she received a call informing her that someone had used her personal documents while trying to apply for a visa for her without her consent,” read the statement according to the publication.

“The suspect who used to work with her is in possession of her personal documents,” read the statement.

A source claims that the charges against the business person were not valid. This is because he had been planning a romantic vacation to the UK for himself and Bonang in March. However, he allegedly ended up ghosting Bonang after a fallout.

“However, the two had fallen out and the trip was put on hold. The businessperson had eventually ghosted Matheba. He doesn’t want anything to do with her, he blocked her everywhere on his phone a long time ago,” said a source to City Press.

The pair allegedly began dating in late 2021 after the media personality returned to South Africa from her one-year stay in New York.

Bonang was said to be in a relationship with the businessperson from late 2021 but in April she revealed she was dating an American guy for four months.

“I have been dating my American guy for about a year and four months now,” she said to Drum.

She revealed that she did not want to introduce her new bae to her followers as yet but she affirmed she was in a happy relationship.

“Showing my relationships has never benefited me in any way. It has brought me worse than good, and I learned that the hard way. I feel like I make more money when people don’t know who I am dating. But I am happy in this relationship. You can see my happiness in my glow and ake shoti ka nex,” she continued.

This comes after Bonang accused Davin Phillips — the owner of her former management company Celebrity Services Africa (CSA) — of stealing from her company.

Bonang Matheba at Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards #AMVCA

Bonang Matheba at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, an annual event presented by Multichoice recognizing outstanding achievements in television and film across Africa.

The 8th edition of the award show being held in Lagos, Nigeria comes with all the best-dressed artists around Africa.

There are some people that are made for fashion, they have no competition, and Bonang Matheba is one of those tonight sharing their outfits.

This AMVCA is giving me everything. Giving powerful, sophisticated, beautiful and sexy women. As Africa celebrates the 8th AMVCA we have picked Bonang and this is what she wore.

The AMVCA is making a comeback after it could not be held for 2021 because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The organisers announced 33 categories and 12 among them were open to public voting.

The AMVCA red carpet is famed for showcasing glamorous and over-the-top fashion statements by movie stars and celebrity guests.