Renowned beauty queen, reality TV star, and mother Ratile Mabitsela has recently filed a domestic violence case against her husband, a successful businessman. Despite the challenging circumstances, Ratile remains tight-lipped about the incidents within her marriage.
Facing the Pain
Admitting she is currently in a difficult state, Ratile discloses that a distressing domestic violence episode occurred at her residence, involving herself, her husband, and her mother-in-law. A close friend who has supported her through these tough times reveals that The Mommy Club reality star is not only saddened but also reluctant to discuss the matter openly. The friend emphasizes Ratile’s deteriorating emotional state and disappointment in how events unfolded. Having endured prolonged verbal abuse, the situation has now escalated to physical violence.
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“Domestic violence is a serious issue in South Africa, and she does not want to take this lightly, especially when it involves children. She has two step-kids and three children of their own. This is not something to joke about, and she has thought the matter through, deciding to take legal action.”
Navigating Marital Dynamics
Ratile, aged 32, and her husband Lehlogonolo Elias Mabitsela, share a significant age gap of over 10 years, a fact Ratile openly acknowledged in a previous interview with ZiMoja.
“Age is nothing but a number,” Ratile stated. Juggling roles as a wife, mother, and business owner, she expressed the challenges and blessings of her life. Having two helpers assisting with household responsibilities, Ratile acknowledged her husband’s active involvement. “My husband is a well-seasoned businessman, and his knowledge has helped me with making some business decisions.” The couple, with three kids of their own and two from her husband’s previous relationship, proudly forms a blended family.
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A Beauty Queen’s Journey
As a semifinalist in Mrs South Africa 2023 and the former Miss Thembisa 2013, Ratile Mabitsela initially gained recognition as a content creator and YouTuber. Her love story with her husband began at a friend’s braai in Thembisa, where he initially asked for her number, facing initial rejection before a change of heart. The relationship took a significant turn when Ratile fell pregnant, leading to their subsequent marriage.