: Mbuyane cited the need to be closer to his family as a major reason for his early retirement. He had planned for his wife and children to move to Durban while he played for Royal Eagles, but complications with accommodation led him to return home to focus on family and local business interests.
While has kept his wedding and family life largely private, he has shared personal reflections on his marriage and its impact on his life following his retirement from professional football. A Life Beyond the Field thulasizwe mbuyane wedding
In recent years, the former Orlando Pirates star has been more open about the complexities of his personal life: : Mbuyane cited the need to be closer
Today, "Juju" is often found enjoying his retirement in Pretoria, where he works as a coach at a private school, focusing on his health and raising his children away from the intense pressure of the professional soccer world. A Life Beyond the Field In recent years,