Big Brother Mzansi Season 5 winner, Sweet Guluva, has found himself at the center of controversy after a grand homecoming celebration left many questioning his true background. Social media erupted when videos surfaced showing a convoy of luxurious Mercedes-Benz vehicles escorting him home — a sharp contrast to the modest, struggling image he presented during his time on the show.
Many fans felt betrayed, accusing Sweet Guluva of intentionally portraying himself as poor to gain sympathy and secure votes. This dramatic twist sparked heated discussions online, with opinions split over whether he played the game strategically or simply deceived his supporters.
In the now-viral footage, Guluva’s friends and family were seen holding large banners bearing his name and pictures while celebrating in a fleet of expensive cars. One social media user, @Londiwe89898407, posted the video and mocked those who believed Guluva’s humble taxi driver narrative, writing: “So y’all thought we would show you that he comes from a wealthy family before winning the 2 million?”
The homecoming sparked mixed reactions. Some applauded Guluva’s calculated move to downplay his wealth, allowing him to fly under the radar while viewers campaigned and voted for him out of compassion. Others expressed frustration, claiming they knew from the start that he wasn’t truly struggling.https://x.com/ProudZuluWoman/status/1904175627688636510?t=fA3eHnnaG_3fsJWFX6bDIA&s=19
One fan, @TwoKhosi, defended Guluva’s actions, stating: “We knew. People with money don’t brag. He laid low while others made noise. He once said he’s never lacked. At his age, he owns businesses. Great mindset — now he’s about to build generational wealth.”
However, not everyone was impressed. @nomsM shared, “In the house, he was saying he’ll probably take a taxi home. Now look!” Another user, @Xhakalilambile, joked: “When I saw his home and furniture, I knew. He’s a tsotsi.”
Further adding to the debate, @SneDlax2 said they stayed quiet about Guluva’s wealth because they knew pity votes would flood in if people realized he wasn’t poor. “I laughed at those calling him a village boy who couldn’t afford Ash. We knew the truth.”
Despite the backlash, Sweet Guluva’s girlfriend, Ashley Ogle, celebrated his victory. In a clip shared by MDNews, she expressed her excitement over his R2 million win and how proud she was of his achievement. Fans also highlighted her reaction, calling her a “millionaire’s wife.”
Meanwhile, the KwaZulu-Natal community was seen celebrating Guluva’s win, further fueling debates about his true background. Some questioned if his family’s wealth was intentionally hidden until the show’s end, while others praised his strategy as smart gameplay.
The drama surrounding Sweet Guluva’s homecoming has kept Big Brother Mzansi viewers talking long after the show ended. Whether he was strategic or deceitful, one thing is clear — Sweet Guluva knew exactly how to win the game.