Family Statement From Ratile Mabitsela’s In-Laws After Her Hubby Death Causes Stir-“Where’s the Sympathy?”

The Mabitsela family is mourning the tragic passing of businessman Lehlogonolo Mabitsela, but social media is not here for the vibes. The family of the estranged husband of “The Mommy Club” star Ratile Mabitsela released a statement this week confirming his death, and let’s just say…Mzansi has thoughts.

What Happened To Ratile’s Hubby?

Lehlogonolo Mabitsela’s family announced his “untimely passing” in a heartfelt statement, describing the loss as “sudden and devastating.”

They asked for privacy and prayers while navigating their grief. But the internet zeroed in on one line: “We are still coming to terms with this sad greatness.”

Fans quickly clocked the wording, with Twitter grammar police like @brown_veli dragging the statement: “We commiserate, but it’s ‘great sadness,’ not ‘sad greatness.’ Fix up!” Oops!

Why is Mzansi Conflicted?

Lehlogonolo’s death comes just weeks after his messy divorce from Ratile was finalised. The pair’s turbulent marriage played out publicly, with rumours of infidelity and drama flooding timelines. Now, tweeps are questioning the family’s sincerity.

@TumiGabuza tweeted: “I just know the family will blame Ratile. Praying for her peace!” while @LeratoLeek added: “Wasn’t he just caught cheating? Bad timing for Ratile – they’ll drag her!”

Others noted the family’s statement referred to Lehlogonolo only as a “beloved brother and son” – no mention of “husband.” @OshunEtta observed: “They erased Ratile like she wasn’t his wife. After all she endured? Let her live!”

The reality star, who recently celebrated her divorce, has yet to publicly address her ex’s death. Insiders claim she’s “focusing on healing” after their rocky split. Meanwhile, fans are begging trolls to “let her breathe” amid fears the family will target her.

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