Fans were left mesmerized after Bonang showed off her new boyfriend at her birthday party recently. The trending pictures left many with mixed reactions, but most of her fans wish this relationship lasted and had a happy ending.
Recently, Bonang Matheba celebrated her 37th birthday with an extravagant dinner party attended by family and close friends. In a surprising twist, she publicly introduced her boyfriend, David Phume, putting an end to nearly a year of rumours. David, a trailblazer in robotics, gifted the self-proclaimed ‘Queen B’ a luxury timepiece worth over R280,000.
Bonang and David Phume’s Romance
According to ZiMoja, the couple’s passionate relationship began in 2023 when they were introduced by a mutual friend. Last October, they vacationed in Italy, further solidifying their bond. A close confidant shared that they have met each other’s families and that David intends to marry Bonang. “He knows what he wants,” the friend mentioned. “Bonang wouldn’t go public if she wasn’t serious. Her family knows him and supports their relationship.”
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Past Relationships
Bonang’s romantic history includes relationships with several high-profile personalities. She previously dated Siyabonga ‘Slikour’ Metane, a rapper, author, and TV producer who is now married to Melissa Wilkinson. Another significant relationship was with DJ and property tycoon Themba ‘DJ Euphonik’ Nkosi, which ended amid allegations of abuse and infidelity. She briefly dated Nigerian musician D’banj, and later, the late rapper Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes, while he was still involved with DJ Zinhle Jiyane. After her breakup with AKA, Bonang learned to keep her personal life separate from her career. Now, she has introduced David to her family, indicating a serious commitment.
Meet David Phume
David Phume, the nephew of former Mr. South Africa Paul Phume, is a dynamic entrepreneur known for his charm and innovation. Born in Johannesburg, he pursued 3D animation at a private college and furthered his studies in animation in San Francisco. Additionally, he completed online courses in robotics and AI through Udacity.
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In 2005, David founded Penthouse Motion Pictures, an award-winning broadcast design and animation studio. His extensive experience in Silicon Valley led him to create Blockchain, a platform aimed at nurturing young African technologists to address and solve African challenges through technology. In a conversation with ZiMoja, Bonang confirmed their relationship with her new boyfriend, saying, “We’ve been together for over a year. He’s my soulmate and my biggest supporter. I love him.”