Miss Universe SA Melissa Nayimuli Glows At Intimate Lobola Celebration
Miss Universe South Africa 2025, Melissa Nayimuli, has given fans a glimpse into one of the most meaningful moments of her life — her lobola celebration with fiancé Mandla Ngcongwane.
The creative producer and director formally honoured their union in a private ceremony attended by close family members. The celebration was intimate, emotional and deeply rooted in tradition.
Melissa shared a series of striking images on Instagram, showing her dressed in a traditional ensemble as she celebrated the milestone with Mandla and their loved ones.
In her caption, she wrote: “Chosi Chosi…. We are still feeling so overwhelmed with the love and support we’ve received from our families. What a blessed day! So happy, so in love.”
Melissa Nayimuli Family-Focused Celebration
Melissa also acknowledged designer Stephen van Eeden, crediting him for her custom look on the day.
“To my friend, the artistic genius that is @stephen_van_eeden, you made me feel and look like an African Queen in this dress! Definitely one of the best gifts I’ve ever received, forever grateful to you #MakotiCouture,” she shared.
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In another post reflecting on the occasion, she simply wrote:
“My family? What a weekend!”
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The tone of her posts underscored how significant the ceremony was, not just for the couple but for their families as well.
From Thailand Proposal to Lobola Celebration
Melissa and Mandla announced their engagement in December 2025 during a romantic getaway in Thailand. The couple shared a joint post capturing the proposal moment, with Mandla down on one knee in a scenic setting.
The caption read: “Our favourite scene yet: Saying yes.”
Melissa later posted a video on her personal account, offering followers a closer look at the emotional proposal.
Following news of the lobola celebration, congratulatory messages poured in from fellow beauty queens and supporters.
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