Ayanda Makayi Says “I Do” to a New Chapter

South African actor Ayanda Makayi is celebrating a beautiful new chapter in his love life after getting engaged to his girlfriend.

The actor, who is known for his work across television and film, Gqeberha: The Empire and     MTV Shuga Down South shared the exciting news with his social media followers, giving fans a glimpse into the special moment that marked a major milestone in their relationship.

Makayi announced the engagement on Instagram on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, sharing footage of the intimate proposal. The setting appeared to be a private event venue, decorated with soft pastel balloon arrangements that added to the romantic atmosphere.

In the video, Makayi can be seen dropping to one knee with a ring box in hand as he popped the big question. The emotional moment quickly turned into a warm embrace between the couple, capturing the excitement and intimacy of the occasion.

While Makayi has largely kept his relationship away from the public eye, the proposal offered fans a rare glimpse into his personal life. The couple were also seen celebrating the milestone with their family present, making the occasion even more meaningful.

Keeping his announcement simple, the actor captioned the post, “She said yes!” followed by a ring and red heart emoji.

The announcement was met with an outpouring of love and congratulations from fans, friends and fellow celebrities, who quickly filled the comments section with messages celebrating the couple.

Actress and television personality Minnie Dlamini congratulated the actor, commenting, “Congratulations my love.”

Actress Rorisang Mohapi Grootboom also shared her excitement, writing, “Ahhhhhh, God bless your union.”

Reality TV star Mpumi Mops joined the celebrations, commenting, “Aww, Congratulations guys!”

With the proposal now public, Makayi and his fiancée appear to be stepping into an exciting new season together. Although the actor has chosen to keep much of their relationship private, this special announcement has given his followers a chance to celebrate alongside the couple as they begin their journey towards marriage.