Shy Kwanele Kubheka Comes Out Of Her Comfort Zone In 'real Housewives Of Durban'

Season 5 of The Real Housewives of Durban has sparked a buzz on social media since its premiere two weeks ago - and one of the talking points is 30-year-old newcomer Kwanele Kubheka .

In an interview with Showmax , the wife, mother of four, entrepreneur and social media influencer opened up about her experience on the show.

Kwanele shared what inspired her to join the popular reality show. I've always been a naturally shy person and public speaking has never come easy to me, she explained.

But deep down, I felt it was time to challenge myself, step out of my comfort zone and push past my fears. I wanted to see if I could be more than just the quiet, reserved version of myself, and whether I could find my voice and share it with the world.

It's been a journey, and honestly, it's not always easy. There are still moments when I feel nervous or unsure but I'm learning to navigate those feelings. I'm proud of myself for taking the leap and joining the show, and I'm excited to see where this path leads me.

However, watching herself on screen was a bit of a shock at first but now she has learnt a lot about herself in the process.

I expected it to be a bit weird, but what really stood out was how the editors pieced everything together: it's surreal to see my story reflected so authentically, Kwanele explained.

Some scenes came out in ways I didn't expect but ultimately, they captured the real me. It's been a mix of emotions but, overall, I'm proud of how I've been portrayed and the stories that have been shared.

Viewers may have seen how Kwanele opened up about the challenges she and her husband have faced. According to her, it is important for her social media fans to also see the tough moments, the arguments, the tears, the therapy sessions.

For me, it was really important to be open and honest. As a couple, we've faced challenges like anyone else. It's easy to put on a perfect facade for the world to see but I wanted to show the real us, she said.