South African influencer, author, and reality TV star Kefilwe Mabote has opened up about her spiritual transformation and decision to embrace a Christian lifestyle.
On her Instagram stories, Kefilwe shared that she’s chosen to let go of material distractions and focus on her faith. Known for her love of luxury fashion, Kefilwe shocked fans by posting a video of herself burning designer clothes, including items from Versace featuring the brand’s iconic Medusa logo.
She explained, “Burning the Medusa face was one of the most freeing and healing things I’ve ever done. It helped me let go of idols I didn’t realize I had in my heart—things that kept me from fully following Jesus.”
Kefilwe shared that she has given her life to Jesus, repented of her sins, and removed anything that brought negativity into her life. “I see life differently now and have learned to live with humility,” she said.
Fans may know Kefilwe from Netflix’s reality show Young, Famous & African, where her luxurious lifestyle was on full display. However, Kefilwe says the person she was on the show no longer reflects who she is today. She hopes her story will inspire others who may be on their own journey of self-discovery and faith.
She also had a firm message for men who send inappropriate direct messages on Instagram, saying, “Stop sending me ‘can I get to know you’ DMs. Unsending those messages might be a good idea before I expose you!”
As part of her spiritual journey, Kefilwe warned her followers about being spiritually vigilant. “Spiritual spouses, like incubus and succubus, are real. Their goal is to steal, kill, and destroy. Be mindful of who you allow into your life,” she said.
Kefilwe’s transformation hasn’t been easy. She revealed that it involved three months of fasting and addressing unresolved emotional pain from her first marriage. Despite criticism for burning expensive clothes, Kefilwe stood by her decision and referred to biblical teachings to explain her actions.
“In the Bible, such items are called ‘accursed’ (Joshua 7:13). The Medusa logo represents a Greek god, and as Christians, we can’t serve two masters. I didn’t want to give the clothes away because they carry spiritual significance. Burning them was part of reclaiming my spiritual freedom,” she explained.
She ended her post by saying, “I’m not sharing this to judge anyone, but to encourage others to reflect. One day, I’ll share more details, but for now, I hope this helps people understand my decision.”
