Scotts Maphuma rumoured to be dating beauty influencer Naqueeda

The Mzansi entertainment scene is currently swirling with reports that Amapiano sensation Scotts Maphuma might be off the market. Gossip has intensified following claims that he is romancing well-known beauty influencer Naqueeda Dayel.

The rumors gained significant traction during the August 11 episode of Music Pulse. During the broadcast, Thakgi Ledwaba informed co-hosts Nota Baloyi and Sfiso Ndlovu that his insiders spotted the pair together in Midrand.

A Secret Romance Exposed?

Ledwaba didn't hold back, suggesting the meeting was anything but professional. He hinted that the artist has been successfully keeping his romantic life under the radar, implying that this secret relationship has been flourishing away from public view.

The discussion took a sharp turn when an unidentified voice in the background was heard saying, "Poor Bruce." This appears to be a direct reference to Naqueeda’s former partner, Bruce, with whom she has had a rocky history.

Past Heartbreaks and History

Naqueeda and Bruce officially called it quits in January of this year, citing personal differences for the split. The mention of his name during the broadcast has added more fuel to the fire regarding her current status with Maphuma.

Scotts Maphuma is notoriously private when it comes to his dating life. The last time his name was linked to a partner was in 2025, when rumors circulated that he was seeing Senamile Mhlongo, though neither party ever confirmed the reports.

Waiting for Confirmation

As it stands, neither the musician nor the influencer has addressed the allegations. While the sighting in Midrand could be a simple coincidence, the industry is already placing bets on whether this is Mzansi's newest celebrity couple.