Abongwe Mseleku is beefing, Musa failed this child.

The drama is heating up in Season 8 of Uthando Nesthembu, and this time, it’s not between the wives — it’s between Abongwe Mseleku, daughter of Musa Mseleku and MaYeni, and her father himself.
Viewers are calling it one of the most emotional and revealing moments of the season, as Abongwe boldly confronts her father and exposes deep-seated frustrations that have been bubbling under the surface for years.
In a rare and raw moment, Abongwe Mseleku opens up about the emotional disconnect she feels with her father.
Known for being outspoken and sharp-witted, Abongwe did not hold back during a tense family discussion that aired in the latest episodes.
She accused Musa of neglect, emotional absence, and inconsistent parenting, especially in comparison to how present he appears in the lives of his other children.
Fans were shocked but applauded Abongwe’s courage for speaking her mind. “You failed me,” she told Musa directly — a statement that shook the Mseleku household and ignited massive conversations on social media about fatherhood and emotional accountability.
While Musa Mseleku is admired by many for maintaining a large polygamous family, Season 8 has put a spotlight on his shortcomings as a father — particularly with his older children.
Abongwe’s outburst touched a nerve with viewers who have long suspected that all may not be well behind the scenes.
Critics have accused Musa of spreading himself too thin and failing to build strong individual relationships with his children, especially the daughters.
This moment has forced many fans to re-evaluate the dynamics within the Mseleku family and what it truly means to lead in a polygamous home.
Twitter and TikTok lit up as the episode aired, with hashtags like #UthandoNesthembu, #AbongweMseleku, and #MusaMselekuExposed quickly trending.
Viewers praised Abongwe for her bravery, with many saying she spoke on behalf of many children who feel emotionally neglected in traditional households.
Others pointed out that Abongwe’s maturity and emotional intelligence show just how deeply she’s been affected — and how long she’s waited for this conversation.
This moment has sparked wider conversations in South Africa around the realities of polygamous families, especially when it comes to parenting.
Can one man truly be present for all his wives and children equally? Season 8 of Uthando Nesthembu isn’t just delivering drama — it’s confronting hard truths.
Abongwe’s confrontation is more than just personal — it’s cultural, emotional, and deeply relatable.
It reflects the voices of many young people navigating traditional family structures that sometimes overlook their emotional needs.


