The Engagement Announcement That Wasn’t Meant to Go Public
Ayanda Thabethe shared joyous news with her close friends: she was engaged to the father of her two children. Like many, she trusted the sanctity of Instagram’s “Close Friends” feature to keep the moment private.
Unfortunately, one of her friends, identified as Mateboho, decided to take matters into her own hands. She posted on X (formerly Twitter), revealing the engagement to the public. Her tweet included screenshots of their private conversations alongside the original engagement post meant to stay within Thabethe’s inner circle.
How Social Media Oversharing Backfired
In her post, Mateboho boasted about her “prophetic gift,” claiming she predicted the engagement days earlier. She inadvertently disregarded her friend’s privacy while attempting to centre herself on Thabethe’s milestone. The backlash on X was swift, with users criticizing her actions as inappropriate and intrusive.
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“I’d be furious if a close friend made a public announcement like this,” said one user, @Refiloe_Reelo.
Others highlighted how such behavior could jeopardize friendships and future invitations.
Ayanda’s Response: Setting Boundaries
While the drama unfolded online, Thabethe took decisive action. She unfollowed Mateboho on Instagram, signalling her disapproval of the breach of trust. By Monday, December 30, 2024, she reclaimed the narrative by officially announcing her engagement to her broader audience.
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In her heartfelt post, Thabethe shared her excitement about her future with her fiancé, writing:
“You are the perfect sunset where my quest for love has found its ending, and the spectacular sunrise where my most meaningful adventure begins. Thank you for the greatest gift of all, your heart and our sons. I am deeply honored to be your first and only wife, the one chosen to share this lifetime of love with you. Eu te Amo Matsimbe 🤍 #MrsMtoBe💍 27.12.24.”