Family ties turn toxic for UFC Star Themba Gorimbo
Themba Gorimbo, a Zimbabwean UFC fighter based in South Africa and a rising star in the mixed martial arts world has become entangled in a shocking family dispute that has played out on social media.
The dispute began when Themba Gorimbo’s brother, Takunda made a series of shocking accusations on Facebook. Takunda claimed that Themba had used black magic against him.
Takunda took to Facebook to share his side of the story. In a post, he wrote: “After I got the gym and moved into Themba’s old apartment, everything in my life went bad. My kids nearly died in that apartment.”
Takunda attributed the tragic events to a supposed curse. The social media argument intensified with Themba accusing his brothers of trying to tear their family apart due to jealousy of his success.
Themba alleged that Takunda belittled his fighting skills, saying he only won bouts against weak opponents. Takunda allegedly vowed to invoke juju against Themba.
The fallout from the dispute has been severe. Themba revealed that he has been forced to put his community library project on hold.
Furthermore, he alleged that his brothers have managed to turn their mother against him.
The bitter family feud has left Themba’s career and personal life hanging in the balance.
As the situation unfolds, it’s clear that this family dispute will have lasting effects on Themba’s life and relationships.