Kgolo Daguru Discusses His Healing Journey and Breakup With Annie Mthembu: “Maybe I Deserved It”
- Club owner Kgolo Daguru, who was previously married to Real Housewives of Durban star Annie Mthembu, breaks his silence
- The businessman opened up about his healing journey after publicly apologising to his former reality TV star wife
- South Africans previously comforted Mthembu after she shared that the businessman had an affair while they were still together
- Briefly News spoke to relationship expert Paula Quinsee, who shared the benefits of sharing relationship problems publicly vs. privately
Source: Instagram
Businessman Kgolo Daguru has opened up about his healing journey after apologising to his ex-wife and former The Real Housewives of Durban star, Annie Mthembu, on social media.
This comes after Mthembu shared in a podcast interview this week that the businessman cheated on her while they were married.
Celebrity blogger Maphepha Ndaba shared a screenshot on Saturday, 16 August 2025, of Daguru's Instagram Story, in which he opened up about his healing journey and forgiveness.
The businessman wrote: "Maybe I deserved it or not. But a lot was said and done when I was at my lowest. It took me a lot of prayers, resilience, and taking accountability to rebuild myself.
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"Therefore angifun' ngam," (I am protective of myself).
Relationship expert Paula Quinsee spoke to Briefly News journalist Tayananiswa Zvikaramba on the benefits of publicly discussing relationship issues.
Quinsee said it is important for couples to publicly discuss their relationship and emotional struggles because it normalises mental health and shows that celebrities also face difficulties.
She however stressed that where and how these struggles are shared matters. Paula Quinsee explained:
"It is important for couples and individuals to speak up about their relationship and emotional struggles, which helps normalise mental health, and that everyone faces challenges in their life and relationship; however, context can play a key role: Public disclosures can feel like a betrayal or emotional ambush, especially if they have not been discussed together as a couple. Engaging with a therapist or counsellor in a private setting creates a safe space where one can unpack, reflect and process issues individually and collectively to find a way forward."
South Africans respond to Annie's interview
@MrsNoma reacted:
"I find this topic of podcasting a bit disturbing🤞🏾. When a marriage ends, we all know something went wrong. Should we now share our one-sided story on social media? To some extent, surely we have a responsibility towards our exes & accept some things should forever remain private. Yes, seek help for your healing journey and talk to the relevant people. I draw the line at telling it to the world🤞🏾. That being said, each to their own🌻."
@Zintombizethu commented:
"She fell too quickly on her marriage high horse. I remember that snide comment she made when LaC voluntarily taught her how to make umqombothi, (traditional beer) and she said, Oh, she has more time in her hands because she doesn’t have a husband. Oh, well, I hope she heals 🤍."
@millice91455452 said:
"I think if Kgolo was still as rich as he was, she would have made it work, she hides behind the the cheating."
@Nkulerrrh reacted:
"Guys gaslight you so much, they get mad at you for believing outsiders. Then later, when you actually see proof, you’re like, 'Oh damn, I believed this person.' As much as she was quirky, I now understand her, because I’m also a ndoda must (a man must) I won’t let anyone tell me anything about my partner until I’ve seen it for myself, no matter what you say. If you’ve never dated a man who tells you, 'don’t let people come between us,' then you haven’t experienced anything yet."
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Annie Mthembu shares why she left RHOD
In more entertainment news, Briefly News previously reported that former reality TV star Annie Mthembu spilled the beans on why she left RHOD after season 3.
Mthembu explained during her podcast interview how she felt during the shooting of the last season she was featured on.
This comes after the reality TV star confirmed that her ex-husband Kgolo Daguru cheated on her while they were married.
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Rae Seleme (Entertainment editor) Rae Seleme is a seasoned entertainment writer who kickstarted her writing career on TVSA. She has published articles on Iharare, ZAlebs, The South African before joining Briefly News. Rae obtained her BA Media Studies degree at the University of Limpopo, a copywriting postgraduate diploma from AAA School of Advertising and a PGCE at Unisa. Email: contact@briefly.co.za
Paula Quinsee (Certified Relationship Therapy Educator and founder of Engaged Humans) Paula Quinsee is the founder of Engaged Humans, facilitating connection between individuals and organisations to create a more human-connected world. She is a certified Imago Relationship Therapy educator and facilitator, NLP practitioner, PDA analyst, coach and trainer. Paula is also the author of two self-help guides - Embracing Conflict and Embracing No - as well as an international speaker, advocate for mental health and activist for gender-based violence.
