I Survived A Home Invasion(Part 1) | Unpacked with Relebogile Mabotja - Episode 37 | Season 3

A guest shares a story about a traumatic home invasion experience that changed the way she viewed life.
Studio Guest: Nomthi Mnisi
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[@ruthpongolani3117]

The way she remembers details, and so articulate. Man, she is one strong woman, who has got God on her side👏

[@nokuthulamakhanya4702]

I know this lady.. Elizabeth, Nomthandazo. She was so lovely and kind to me in primary school. I got goosebumps watching this, im so glad u made it out! Uv always been such a strong person!

[@mphosebiloane8893]

Lesson learned from her story, is be friendly to your neighbors at least get to know each other for times like this. Let's leave living in island and bring back the Ubuntu spirit

[@SimplySiwe]

This will sound trivial but you can tell this lady is a communications specialist by how she speaks.

[@precioussimphiwentini179]

My thoughts exactly

[@cecilemuntu5401]

Totally agree, she spoke so beautifully with so much details as if she was reading a book 📖😍

[@Sprugs]

The words that popped out her mouth are those you often come across when you are reading a book with high level English.

[@cecilemuntu5401]

@@Sprugs Yes, I totally agree.

[@lolo_z]

I totally agree

[@mphoseshibe]

Relebogile honestly deserves an award. I love how comfortable she makes her guests feel and how she handles each interview with such grace and respect. 🥺🙏🏼❤

[@hoppykubs1368]

I hope she knows how amazing she is 😊

[@SharonMunyai]

The way Nomthi reacted while she was in danger is so impressive, her mind is SHARP!! She is so quick on her feet, half the things she did I wouldn’t even think to do, I’d be so scared. Just hearing the story is giving me chills

[@DiKajigi]

I’m mid-way watching and have to pause to applaud this lady for acknowledging how Relebogile has created a safe space for her to speak freely. And isn’t that just what she does always? Ever giving an ear- no judgement, just holding space for any guest to share their story…? This is in your purpose and we can all attest to it Relebogile ❤️

[@thobekamthembu5229]

Nomthi was able to articulate her story so well. I cannot wait for part 2. Glad there were people who came to her rescue.

[@hasanikubaye1497]

Yeah… she’s a communication specialist.

[@refilwemokobori1261]

@@hasanikubaye1497 by profession? The way she narrated her story,i could visualize everything as she spoke

[@pumpkins5390]

I love how she’s telling her story , i pictured every thing I usually listen to stories here without actually watching but i had to sit down for this one 🥺

[@ashlenemafokoane7229]

This whole story reminds me of the day 3 men broke broke into my house and held me hostage. Listening to her story, I remember every detail of it 💔💔💔 That was the day I lost faith in our police system

[@xolelwasakatadlamini8468]

I'm sorry this happened to you. I'm glad you survived though ❤️

[@tiyiselanin]

This sounds so scary. A worst nightmare 😭😭😭😭. Nomthi speaks so well.

[@katlegomathabatha7016]

Such an incredible story teller !!!! Definitely a communication specialist! Such a mess that you had to experience this . Thank God for your safety ❣️💫🕯

[@mphosebiloane8893]

As am listening to her story my body was shivering

[@neosjournal_]

She’s a perfect narrator 😭 I literally pictured everything. Yoh. Her strength is impeccable - God was on her side

[@divineceleste.m]

She's so intelligent, brave & strong. Her words make you travel through her mind. Amazing story telling ❤️

[@Boitumelo_G]

The part where Nomthi says her neighbors were willing to bash in their car if she didn't open made me shed a tear. There are still good people out there!😢

[@sizakelediya4080]

I cried myself because I was thinking anyone will be able to do that for me. So scared 😱

[@thebaddie391]

There is still hope for humanity.

[@palesaneo3817]

I thought they were bad when they hung up kanti they were planning. Awesome

[@thebaddie391]

@@palesaneo3817 haybo nami i was shocked yazi but at the same time i understand in a way... i think they wanted time to think and not promise her bayeza bebe bengezi.

[@palesaneo3817]

@@thebaddie391 very true and also the protecting their kids thing can not be neglected. Kudos to them mara yoh

[@ncediledlamini4667]

Her story telling skills , detailing , articulation😍, control of emotions , sincerity. U are strength personified🙆‍♀️ ...wow sis ! U can be a very good writter

[@Lynnh_trades]

The fact that she can still wear the same shoes she was wearing when it happened and not get triggered says alot abt her strength .🙏🏿

[@thebaddie391]

I thought so too. I would've been even scared of the innocent shoes.

[@pearlmashinini598]

Yes she has amazing strength, I threw away all clothes that remind me of accidents and miscarriages.. I just can't wear or look at them

[@pearlsosibo5854]

😊 for some reason your comment made me smile. I'd also wear my damn shoes. I'm wearing my dead husband's T-shirt right now and I find it somehow comforting(he was attacked) .....maybe wearing the shoes also makes her feel vindicated and reminds her of her own strength

[@Lynnh_trades]

@@pearlsosibo5854 I am sorry we have to meet under these circumstances , I pray you find healing and find the strength to go on living and thriving because that’s what your partner would want for you …. Sending you all the love , hugs , kisses . Be comforted my dear knowing that there are prople out there who stand with you and wish you well 🙏🏿🥰🥰😘🙏🏿 And above all God is your strength 🙏🏿

[@pearlsosibo5854]

@@Lynnh_trades thanks my dear

[@corvinvasquez6695]

I understand where she’s coming from because I’m a Spaniard🇪🇸 living in South Africa 🇿🇦 and at the time I was living in a gated private apartment complex in Johannesburg and 5 men were trying to get into my SUV with my 2 children were in with me and I called the police but at the time I only spoke Spanish and Afrikaans so they couldn’t understand me so I had my son tell them and the woman told my son that they have more serious things to attend to and hung up. So my father instincts kicked in and I told my child to lie down on the floor and cover their ears and I had no choice but to run the men over with my SUV, sadly I killed 3 of them but the other two were arrested but later released so I wouldn’t be surprised that the men who attacked her were the two I hit with my car☹️

[@abrahamwebb721]

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[@BatsiraiMusuka]

Lord! I felt sick to the pit of my stomach and it wasn’t even my personal trauma. May Nomthi find healing

[@priscilla8068]

The police annoy me so much! They really cannot respond to distress calls like that, not in a country like ours! This breaks my heart, Nomthi is so brave. I would’ve lost my mind and panicked for sure.

[@zamambhele242]

our police bakith, i have no trust on them whatsoever, even if am introuble they are the last people I think of for help

[@businessdrivebywhadewillia9218]

this interview has left me speechless. what a strong woman. Glad you are safe Nomthi

[@sizakelediya4080]

I'm literally crying 😭😭😭 because you know very well it can happen to anyone. The pain people are putting us through is beyond for the purpose of money. Money doesn't make anyone happy. I understand her very well if she said your mind goes back to child like phase. I was reading a What happened to you by Dr Perry and Oprah. Dr says when you in the panick your front brain which is fast to think lock itself, your back brain which has all your memories and childhood experiences its operate so the only you can act is through the time you were younger because back brain only remember long term memories. Yooooo this is traumatizing.

[@KeabetsweMahoro24]

I'm not sure what I would have done if i was in her shoes, I mean you see a man hiding in your garage. Your body will definitely go into shock. Nomthi you're brave sis, you fought back🙌.

[@melaluxe8195]

The South African Police Service is failing our country. How can they be so inefficient and negligent!! Their actions, or lack thereof, are literally what stands in between life and death for someone! Nomthi is so brave and strong for coming out of that horrific situation!

[@cecilemuntu5401]

It's so disappointing, SA police sucks to the core 😞😑😕

[@mazwideamahle4091]

Once listened to my helper narrating a story about how the police , in her home country Zimbabwe dealt with a particular crime event.I felt like I was watching the CI channel....and left thinking I wish that was the case in SA.

[@lesedilight1514]

Those mfs they just collecting grants there by SAPS, useless 😒

[@ysuelt9116]

They know they are useless, also, they don't care. They're not there to protect and serve...they are there for a paycheck.

[@quelquun2018]

I don’t live in Africa I live in the US when you all speak of South Africa, is that a name of a country or are y’all referring to South Africa, as in north, east, west, south?

[@Thoughtsbyme-ts4jz]

Nomthi was protected by God here. She had quick thinking and bravery

[@thamizulu8694]

I thank God for the protection He bestowed upon Nomthi and for the strength she endowed her with to share the traumatic experience she went through. Thanks to Relebogile for creating that safe space. May we emulate the neighbours example and unite to fight against crime.

[@DiKajigi]

Wow! The guest is so articulate in her narration. I am feeling all the emotions as she shares her story. Can’t wait to hear the rest of it

[@ZazaMpaka]

Indeed

[@shereensello2539]

I just cried, we live in a country where self defense classes are a need and not an option. I'm glad she got away safely

[@BridgeMA29]

Wow, she is an amazing story teller. I have never seen anyone telling their story like this. Wow💓

[@lesegomontsho3472]

Very intriguing 😭

[@pointa2b388]

Momthi places you right into the scene, i can literally feel my body shaking, it's like i was there, as i await part 2

[@khetimthembu8465]

Same here😫

[@mphohappiness1736]

What a brave lady. Who knows what they could have done to her? These people are ruthless. Our government needs to prioritize crime. These things happen every day

[@vallerybaloyi8198]

We thank God that you lived to tell the story

[@TJ-my9nh]

Wow Nomthi we thank God for keeping you. Can this show be declared No 1 for 2021 already 🎊🎊🎊

[@nemaembenimuofhe7480]

She is giving me Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie story telling vibes.. Good narrative, i can actually visualize this occurrence

[@anastasimankesemokgobu1724]

I really love the way Relebogile is able to hold the space for her guests, almost all of them are able to share their stories without feeling fear or judgement. You are really good at your job 👏👏👏

[@jabulileskosana848]

Shooo! SA is the pits! I'll never forget how those police were so chilled while I was sitting there all bloody with a broken nose bridge saying "those thugs are now doing this at the same spot everyday". It's every woman for herself in this country. I will survive or die fighting. You are very strong Nomthi 💟💟💟

[@mpoomzadube1429]

Nomthi is a fighter! Can't wait for part 2

[@Thandiz1]

Nomthi speaks so well. She is so articulate. You can tell she's a communication specialist.

[@mosa1mabilisa]

Shu, this takes me back to when I was invaded by 2 men in my townhouse then, with huge knives 😭 I was paranoid for years. Thanks for sharing your story Nomthi. Great interview Relebogile.

[@zamambhele242]

the trauma they coause they have no idea, i get so mad

[@laonetiroyamodimo9951]

I could listen to her speak all day, so articulate ♥️

[@katlegomasebe2878]

She is very brave. Got me in tear as I relived my own experience and I had to just give them everything they threaten my so (he was 4 months at the time). I still cant leave the house until I get to hear familiar voices or its daylight.

[@yolaunderscore6881]

For once Relebogile didn't have to sweat during an interview, and because she is a pro, she was cruising. GREAT guest!!!!

[@victoriamokoatle8241]

Just love how Relebogile made her guest feel like a sister sister chat that woman is brave and draws strength from a Higher Source 😘😘😘😘

[@boipelon1220]

Thank God for pulling you through this traumatic experience

[@marthaniitembu1077]

What a strong woman. God is great, I can't wait for Part 2.

[@Sasa77662]

everything starts spiritually first hence the feeling.

[@boikanyokabelo2356]

Is she a communication specialist or public speaker? She narrates her ordeal so well, not everyone can have such strength

[@lesedilight1514]

This episode triggered me, I also experienced the bad side of living in SA on the 19th of July 2019 till this day I'm still asking myself why would God allow such😭

[@ladye1253]

A communication specialist indeed, we thank God for sparing her life.

[@Missforexcharts]

wow the way she narrated that ordeal again,i felt as if i was her,i felt everything she was saying,,, what a scary moment she was in, very brave lady..... You defeated 3 men, I wouldn't even wanna call them men but evils, they got defeated by one strong woman.. KUDOS to u my lady....i don't know how u did it...

[@lebomusangu6042]

I just had a similar experience on Monday (08 November) She just described all my emotions. Thank you for relevant content.

[@nomfundo_12_dlamini7]

Relebogile is good at what she does. And my sister here is brave, we thank God that you are alive today❤

[@amandamgobhoza2882]

Nomthi you are brave my sister,i don’t know what i would have done if i were in your shoes.this is traumatizing,we thank God for you life

[@officially_AK]

I would not have even thought of half of mechanisms she resorted to. The fact that she inflicted some kind of pain on that man is pleasing me all the way through. I can't stop replaying the part where she said she locked her jaws. I wish you healing Nomthi!

[@tebohomado4990]

She is such a great storyteller. I feel I am listening to an audiobook or watching a movie

[@noxzienocturnal2103]

The terror!! The horror of it all! Yoh Nomthi bathong, the way she tells it send shivers down my spine. What a remarkable woman, a fighter, she held it down until the help arrived! The neighbors, awesome selfless people. Her narration of this nightmare was so captivating, ne re shota ka horror music because wow!

[@thebaddie391]

Nomthi has beautiful english, more than the owners of the language. She is brave, so brave. God is great. Either the intruder had no gun or is a proffessional. Either way.. this is an extra ordinary story. I would've been cold as in dead cold.

[@keneiloemyoli]

Nomthi…the higher power that you serve 🙌🏾 you are truly a strong woman

[@gnett_l]

She's such a great storyteller!

[@thabosoweto3094]

I worked with Nomthi at Golder Associates she hasn't changed!!!!......During those days she had only a Junior Degree........today she has an MBA!!!!.....Well brained, works phenomenally and inherently cemented with utmost strength but also has a very pleasant other side when she's relaxed and ohMyGod Nomthi can smile😂😂...... May the Lord Be With You!!!!.....Keep climbing ladders Nomthi!!!❤

[@nandisnicethings]

I am sitting watching this, and shaking because I can literally picture myself in her shoes, because of that I started crying. I could feel her fear, her pain, her bravery and anger, to say I am proud of Nomthi is an under statement, God was with you!!! It was not your time, not today, not today!!!

[@ntjipalive422]

Nomti is so well coherent. What a brilliant story teller she is.I hope she'll receive some trauma counselling for this horrific ordeal.

[@LethoHali]

My goodness!!! Am so envious of her vocabulary!!!

[@keneilwemokwele8549]

She's so eloquent, I could listen to her ALL DAY.

[@monicagope1621]

This lady is very strong yhoo Thank God you survived...can't wait for part2...and Relebogile is just an OG!

[@LeratoKtheBeautyQUEEN]

Yoh people go through a lot hle lena....

[@thandekamasango3095]

Lord..when she said she screamed and cried.💔.I felt those emotions ...Thank God she survived..God was watching over you❤

[@Jcel4786]

Reminds me of a day I was almost hijacked .I screamed Lord I screamed. I'm grateful to My God Namanyange 😢

[@ellahnokane4536]

I’m proud of you mama. Your strength and bold spirit makes me emotional 🤍

[@sibongilematibese4539]

Intriguing and traumatic interview I've watched so far. I literally couldn't wait to hear more. Can't wait for part 2. SesRelebogile was so calm coz sesNomthi is a great narrator.

[@germinahnkadimeng2430]

Sad to hear about your story Nomthi. Also sad about today's lifestyle that neighbors don't assist one another in the complexes and estates. When I was young our house got burned when we (my brother and I) were sleeping. We were saved by neighbors as my parents were still at work. Being a mother now in my 50s, last year I came back from jogging around 7pm. To my shock at the entrance i saw a big snake and I sent a text to our estate what's group but no one came to assist.

[@thembisaodendaal]

Wow Nomthi what a sad story that we cannot have peace in our home but you are such a warrior omg.Inwisb I could know what kind of stubborn little girl you were and that little girl came through for you..you are awesome but the universe was backing you all the way...the garage door,the fact that you made so many phone calls.. Thank God for your safety and wishing you total recovery emotionally

[@BaatsebaRamollo]

Our police system continues to fail us and it hurts shame yho💔😪

[@Mimik70-w3t]

Wow🙆‍♂️🙆‍♂️I literally had goosebumbs as she narrated. Am so sorry for what you went through, but you are extremely brave. I dont even know what i could have done, but your brain was working like a robot. My God, after watching her and listening her story i asked myself the same questiion what do i carry in my bag or car🤔🤔 Getting attacked in your own privacy, in a surburb🙈🙈 Is this what we signed for🤔🤔. Wishing you HUGS 🤗🤗and HEALING and thank God for sending a guardian angel to strengthen you. I think i could have opened the house immediately leave them there and run away to call for help. Wow🥺 I dont even know my neighbours neither do i have anyones numbers in my complex. Lessins and TIPs to learn📝✍ Does 911 work📞📞

[@refiloekose2236]

You are so strong and brave nomtee, I am a bit disappointed in the two neighbors you called :( I am so sorry baby girl. I am also proud of you for the will to fight back

[@mpholethola4801]

The Lord did not say he will prevent the fire from happening, he said he will protect you and be the forth man in the fire.🙌🙌❤

[@PM-xd6nv]

I can't tell you how brave this woman is!

[@thembelandawule8841]

Wow Nomthi you are strong, this is so impressive.

[@heathermbambeni529]

This is what I'm talking about, not abo gobela babelungu abangafuni ukuthetha

[@Natasha-yv6os]

It amazing as to how she can be so detailed telling this story

[@albechabikoumou5647]

This is so emotional 💓feels as if it's happened to me the way she narrates

[@thulisilekhethile2319]

While i ws celebrating my birthday, im so sorry my dear 😭😭😭😭😭🙏🏾 🙏🏾 🙏🏾 🙏🏾 🙏🏾 🙏🏾 may de Lord give u strength 😍 #powerfulWoman

[@khetimthembu8465]

I'm shock haibo this lady is strong & brave 😩🔥🙌💯.

[@monyoto]

What a brave woman!God bless you

[@mbalintobela4060]

Yaz my heart is beating fast as I listen ngathi Im in the situation right now. I'd be so scared 😢

[@constancegunns5022]

Nomthi l salute you. thank you Rele for the shows, really enjoy them

[@mbt9820mpp]

Great AUTHENTIC story. It’s like we are re-living the ordeal with her.

[@misterniki1st]

Survivor Mode: ON This switch ain't given to anyone...

[@TuaKalola]

This is petrifying 😟

[@buyinkosi156]

I loved how she speaks very articulate

[@nkosazana_unathizangashe24]

Tjoooo.. can't we have the US 911 kinda police system here in Mzantsi 🙆🏾‍♀️🙆🏾‍♀️🙆🏾‍♀️🙆🏾‍♀️

[@sizakelediya4080]

Plus in USA they pick up your address, you don't even need to tell them. We need upgrade our system. We feel unsafe all the time.

[@thubadesire5947]

Relebogile... You are so good!! Am so addicted to this shows

[@nette2144]

Crime in our country is an epidemic to the point where we comfortably say "a home invasion is normal". It is a sad state of affairs. We have accepted our fate. We pay taxes and still have to pay exorbitant amounts to stay "relatively safe" in our own homes. Our police take an oath to serve and protect but they can't even answer the phone! Ke mathata!

[@RayOfLetsatsi]

Yoh I need part 2 What a brave lady.

[@truthchronicles8948]

I love the way you dress aus Rele, its so modest and decent.❤👏

[@ShuvaiAprilzw]

Excellent speaker, so glad she made it out of such a dangerous situation.

[@kangwamfula7521]

I admire this ladies strength. Am in shock 😳

[@zamambhele242]

I wanna be your friend sisi, your bravery is out of this world,

[@damariszuckschwert9489]

I just keep on shrinking on my chair by listening...gosh.,I could have die of heart attack.

[@mphomonyai9321]

CC Nomthi you are brave GOD was the one protecting you and giving you strength

[@sandramazia4543]

Waiting for part two

[@siba92]

Why did I watch this before I sleep 😭😭😭😭😭it's so traumatizing 💔