Mpho Maboi (born September 22, 1980) is a South African TV and radio presenter. She is best known for her football analyzing and reporting skills.
Many know her for being a DJ at YFM, a youth radio station in Johannesburg.
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Quick Facts | |
Full Name: | Mpho Maboi |
Born: | September 22, 1980 (age 42 years old) |
Place of Birth: | Benoni, Gauteng |
Nationality: | South African |
Education: | University of Johannesburg |
Occupation: | TV and radio presenter |
Known for: | Sports presenter |
Spouse: | Reneilwe Letsholonyane (div.) |
Children: | 2 |
Early Life
Mpho Maboi was born in Benoni, a town in Ekurhuleni municipality, Gauteng, on September 22, 1980. She grew to like football since her father loves the game.
The presenter relocated to Daveyton, the west of Johannesburg. She is proud to come from the Maboi family, and her father inspired her to be what she is today.
Education
Maboi studied at Wordsworth High School. After matriculating, she enrolled at the University of Johannesburg.
Career
TV and radio presenter Mpho Maboi started her radio journey at YFM. She worked alongside Thato Sikwane, better known by his stage name DJ Fresh.
Later, she switched to sports reporting. She joined the South African-based television channel Supersport.
After spending time there, Maboi returned to radio after joining Metro FM and joined SABC. She works as an anchor for SABC, and on Metro FM, she presents Fresh Breakfast Show.
Personal Life
TV and radio presenter Mpho Maboi married the Kaizer Chiefs star Reneilwe Letsholonyane. The couple had a traditional marriage in 2018.
In 2022, she reverted to her maiden name and ditched Letsholonyane, which triggered divorce rumors.Â
The couple celebrated their second wedding anniversary in march 2020. They previously broke up when they were expecting their son.
Wedding
On March 24, 2018, Mpho Maboi and Reneilwe Letsholonyane exchanged marriage vows. They had a beautiful traditional wedding. The Letsholonyane family accepted her and gave her a traditional name.
Family
Siblings
Maboi has two known siblings and posts them on her social media account. She has not told any publication their names yet.
Children
Mpho Maboi and Reneilwe Letsholonyane had two children together. They are proud parents of a son and a daughter – Keneilwe Letsholonyane and Thato Letsholonyane.
Social Profiles
The television personality has established a social media presence. The bubbly lover of sneakers posts her work, fashion style, and car reviews. She doesn’t forget to share some of her Kaya FM sessions too. She is on;