Limpopo Boy Apologises After Bedroom Video Leak

Matome Robert Mahlatse Thoka, popularly known as Limpopo Boy, has issued a public apology following the leak of a private bedroom video involving him and Matshediso Matilda Shai.

Thoka released the statement on Wednesday, 12 August 2026, addressing the backlash surrounding the controversial footage.

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Limpopo Boy Expresses Remorse

In his statement, Thoka said he was writing with a “deeply humbled and heavy heart”.

He acknowledged that the incident had caused anger, disappointment and pain among members of the public.

Thoka said he wanted to address the matter without being defensive while accepting responsibility for his actions.

“I want to take this opportunity to put matters into perspective without being defensive and show remorse for my poor judgement,” he said.

Claims He Did Not Know She Was Married

Thoka said he only discovered that Shai was married after the video had been leaked.

He admitted that he should have independently established her marital status before becoming involved with her.

According to Thoka, he instead acted without considering the possible consequences.

He apologised to the Shai family for the distress caused by the controversy.

“I am not a home wrecker,” he said, while insisting that his actions did not reflect how he was raised.

Thoka also highlighted his Christian upbringing and said his family values marriage and strongly rejects infidelity.

Apology to South Africans

The dancer extended his apology to everyone who had been affected by the scandal.

He said he did not want to make excuses or dismiss the feelings of those who were hurt or disappointed.

Thoka also acknowledged that his actions had consequences beyond himself.

He said his family, supporters and members of the public who had admired him had also been affected.

Promises to Learn From Mistakes

Thoka said he understands the responsibilities that come with being a public figure.

He said he was choosing to listen, reflect and learn rather than become defensive.

“I’m not a saint, I’m not perfect either,” he said.

He acknowledged that he could not undo what had already happened.

However, he said he intended to use the controversy as an opportunity to become a better person.

Trust Must Be Rebuilt

Thoka also appealed for an opportunity to prove that he could do better.

He recognised that a public statement alone would not repair the damage caused by the controversy.

“I know that trust is not restored through statements. It is restored through time, accountability and actions,” he said.

He ended his statement by apologising to his family, supporters and South Africans who felt hurt or disappointed.

Thoka concluded with a Sepedi proverb, saying, “Ntshwareleng! Sepedi sere ngwana a phosa dira ga a bolawe.”

Here is the statement