Popular South African actress & DJ Thuli Phongolo has once again found herself at the center of social media speculation regarding her love life. This time, the rumor mill has linked her to Zimbabwean businessman Scott Kupa — a claim she has firmly denied.
The speculation gained traction after controversial blogger Musa Khawula alleged that Thuli and Kupa were romantically involved. Known for his often unverified celebrity gossip, Khawula’s claims sparked widespread discussions on social media platforms, prompting a swift response from Thuli herself.
Taking to her Instagram Stories, the actress wasted no time shutting down the rumors. “Let me indulge you for a sec. You guys need to stop trying to link me to people I wouldn’t even consider dating. I’m not dating Scott Kupa. The end,” she wrote. The blunt and unapologetic tone of her message left no room for misinterpretation, making it clear that she is not involved with Kupa in any way.
Thuli Phongolo’s Complicated History With Dating Rumors
This isn’t the first time actress & DJ Thuli Phongolo has had to address speculation about her personal life. As a public figure and rising star in the South African entertainment industry, her love life has long been a topic of public interest and media attention.
Back in 2021, Thuli had to address another round of relationship rumors—this time involving Duduzane Zuma, son of former South African President Jacob Zuma. Social media sleuths were convinced the two were romantically involved based on circumstantial evidence, but Thuli was quick to set the record straight. She denied any romantic link to Duduzane, calling the claims baseless and invasive.
Later, Thuli was rumored to be dating Master KG, the chart-topping DJ and producer behind global hit “Jerusalema.” Speculation intensified after she was frequently seen commenting on his social media posts and showing support for his music. Despite the growing buzz, Thuli chose not to directly address the rumors at the time, allowing them to fizzle out naturally.

Then came the most public and controversial of all her rumored relationships—her alleged romance with DJ Maphorisa. The two were spotted together on multiple occasions, with videos showing them holding hands and spending intimate time together. While Thuli initially tried to downplay the relationship, things took a serious turn when she opened a case of assault against DJ Maphorisa in 2023. The incident drew widespread media coverage and marked a turning point in how fans viewed her dating life.
In light of the most recent rumors involving Scott Kupa, actress & DJ Thuli Phongolo is once again urging fans and the media to respect her privacy. Being constantly linked to different men based on speculation or social media interactions has become a frustrating norm for the actress, and she’s clearly had enough.
“It’s exhausting,” one fan commented in support of Thuli’s Instagram story. “Let the woman live her life without being scrutinized at every turn.”
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