On March 19 2024 a popular Twitter user reposted a video in which Nozipho Ntshangase and her family have a heated standoff over car keys
Nozipho and Zola Ntshangase clash over car keys
The shocking video shared by @Theintigator begins seemingly in the middle of an argument that had long been going on. In the clip, the Ntshangase’s house helper is seen going on her knees in an apparent attempt to appease Nozipho’s increasingly frustrated husband. She repeatedly tries to get his attention, calling him “bhuti” several times but he never pays attention to her.
Zola Ntshangase, Nozipho’s husband, asks his family why he can’t get the keys to his car. He continues to ask for his keys so he can leave but Nozipho explains to him that she needs the car to take their kids to school so she cannot give him the keys.
Zola Ntshangase turns heat towards his children
As Nozipho’s husband gets increasingly frustrated, one of the children tells him to calm down. Zola swiftly turns his attention to the child swearing ar her to ” shut up”. He continues to shout at the children asking them “senamadoda nina?” (Are you men now?). Despite his children’s calmness Zola continues to escalate asking his family if they want to fight him and telling them to come to him if they want to fight.
One of his sons calmly responds “we just want to talk” but they are unable to get their father to simmer down.
Zola leaves without car keys and ignores toddler
As Nozipho repeatedly explains why she can’t give her husband the keys to their car, Zola eventually gives up and decides to leave. On his way out one of his youngest children repeatedly yells out “Bye papa” only to be ignored each time.
This moment in particular touched Twitter users as many felt for the babies and could not understand what they did to deserve the silent treatment. Watch the video:
Zola Ntshangase shares his side
In an interview with News24, Nozipho’s husband spoke up after the video went viral.
According to News24, someone in the house took the video, and Zola felt that it was unfortunate that it go aired. He added “It’s a simple thing. We had an argument, and then I wanted to go, and then she refused to give me the car.” reported News24.
South African’s on X discuss Zola and Nozpipho Ntshangase
Folks on Twitter don’t seem to empathise with Zola, as many viewers see it his reaction and words were inappropriate and not at all warranted.
“No father should do this to his children and no father should do this in front of his children. #Nozipho #MommyClub” says @mightijamie
Some viewers believe Zola’s attitude towards his wife and children in on account of side chicks and/or the second wife he is now confirmed to be taking.
@mantolorraine said:
“One thing I won’t do is judge women by their experiences with men. Unfortunately many women take so long to find their value and walk away from people and situations that don’t serve them well. I just hope they find the courage to put themselves first sooner than later #nozipho.”
@NdoniNdaba remarked:
“When a man stops loving you he becomes very unkind #Nozipho.”
@leratolushaba vented:
“Black men need to learn wat actual leadership in the context of the home is! Most think money is leadership… wrong! Whilst providing for ur family is important, leading with honour and integrity is more important! Also being held accountable doesn’t equal disrespect! #Nozipho.”