Veteran actor Sello Maake kaNcube has spoken out in response to serious allegations made by his estranged wife, Pearl Mbewe, who accused him of exposing her to HIV. The accusation comes after Pearl Mbewe gave an interview to Sunday World, where she revealed her reasons for speaking out about the actor’s alleged actions.
Pearl Mbewe’s Claims
In her interview with Sunday World, Pearl Mbewe shared her perspective on the events leading up to the revelation of her HIV status and the subsequent fallout. She said she decided to take an HIV test three months after separating from Maake kaNcube, as she did not want to risk unknowingly carrying the virus, especially after their relationship had ended.
According to Pearl, when she tested negative for both pregnancy and HIV, she was relieved. However, after Maake kaNcube shared in a Sunday Times interview that he too was HIV negative, she trusted his word without further question.
She claimed to have naively believed him at the time, adding that she did not expect to be exposed to the virus by someone she had been in a relationship with.
“I went to test because I did not want to find myself carrying a child of my ex or jumping into another relationship without knowing my HIV status. My pregnancy and HIV results came out negative. So when he told me he too was negative, I naively believed him,” Pearl explained to Sunday World.
Sello Maake kaNcube’s Response
In the wake of these serious allegations, Sello Maake kaNcube issued a statement, addressing the claims made by his estranged wife and clarifying his position on the matter. He categorically denied the accusations and revealed that he was taking legal action against those responsible for spreading what he described as defamatory statements about him.
He further stated that he was deeply committed to the African family unit and would not allow these allegations to tarnish his reputation or damage the institution of family. Maake kaNcube emphasized his dedication to his role as a responsible father and expressed his frustration with the way media outlets were handling his personal matters.
In his statement, Maake kaNcube said:
“African families are an institution. Those institutions are led. I, as the head of the family, want to assure all African families that I will not abandon the institution as a responsible father. Besides what is said about my family by a discredited, backwards and colonised media house whose intention is to destroy African families, I will stand by the African family unit.”
The actor also pointed out that December is traditionally a family month and urged all families not to be discouraged or humiliated by those who seek to destroy African family units. He reiterated his commitment to legal action, stating that it was necessary to protect both his family and his reputation.
Legal Action and Future Plans
Sello Maake kaNcube made it clear that he would be pursuing legal recourse in response to the allegations made by Pearl Mbewe and the media coverage surrounding the matter. He expressed his desire to clear his name and protect his family from what he perceives as malicious attempts to defame him.
While the actor did not provide specifics about the legal steps he planned to take, it is evident that he is determined to address the issue through the courts. His statement signals his commitment to confronting the allegations head-on and taking whatever action is necessary to uphold his dignity and the well-being of his family.
Public Reaction
The public response to the allegations and the subsequent statements from both Pearl Mbewe and Sello Maake kaNcube has been mixed. Some supporters of the actor have rallied behind him, denouncing the media’s role in sensationalizing the issue, while others have called for more transparency and evidence regarding the accusations.
This controversy has highlighted the complexities of public relationships and the challenges faced by celebrities when personal matters become the subject of public scrutiny. As the situation develops, many are awaiting further details, especially in regard to Maake kaNcube’s legal actions.
In the meantime, the veteran actor remains steadfast in his determination to protect his family and his legacy.
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