Motherhood has found a new voice online and it is powerful, stylish and unapologetically real. Across social media, South African momfluencers are building communities where parenting meets purpose, humour and heart. From school runs to side hustles, honest postpartum conversations and beautifully curated family moments, these women are redefining what influence truly means. If you are looking for inspiration, relatability and a fresh perspective on modern motherhood in 2026, you are about to discover the voices leading the way.
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When people hear the word ‘influencer,’ they often think it is just about your social media numbers, living a curated life, landing brand deals, receiving gifts or trade exchanges and collaborating with big brands. The reality is, the hustle is way deeper than that.
Behind the glossy posts are long hours of content creation, planning, engaging and connecting with an audience that expects more than just pretty pictures. Beyond this, influencers are also key to advocating, inspiring and shedding light on important topics.
We have put together a list of 10 awe-inspiring South African momfluencers you should have on your radar in 2026. These momfluencers are raising children, building homes, running businesses and showing up for their families every single day. While content creation may be a full-time job for some, motherhood and family remain at the heart of everything they do.
They remind us that influence is not just about visibility, it’s about impact, authenticity and showing up even on hard days.
1. The City Makoti
Influencer-turned-reality-TV-star The City Makoti, real name Anika Dambuza, is a breath of fresh air in the digital space. She has gained a huge following by sharing real, relatable stories about motherhood, marriage and the balance between cultural traditions and modern womanhood. Her audience is completely obsessed with her content and we are here for it!
The mother of one also stars on Mzansi Magic’s newest show, The Real City Makoti, where viewers get a deeper look into her life and journey. With her authenticity and relatability, The City Makoti is worth following across her social media platforms.
On TikTok, she boasts over 950 000 followers, more than 100 000 on Instagram and over 320 000 on Facebook.
2. Babalwa Mcaciso
Influencer and YouTuber Babalwa Mcaciso has captured the hearts of many with her honest and relatable motherhood content. A mother of two boys, she is married to lawyer Zola Mcaciso.
The couple shares their parenting and family lifestyle journey with their audience through their individual social media accounts, but have a joint account on YouTube. Babalwa uses her platforms to inspire other moms by showing the realities of raising two boys, while also sharing beautiful family moments and travel experiences.
So, if you enjoy wholesome family content and an authentic, unfiltered look at motherhood, she is one to follow.
Babalwa has built an impressive online presence, with over 300 000 on Instagram, 197 000 on TikTok and more than 90 000 YouTube subscribers.
3. Tshepi Vundla
Motherhood is one of Tshepi’s proudest roles and she continues to captivate her followers with her heartwarming content. From cooking with her children to sharing honest motherhood moments and documenting everyday life with her family, Tshepi offers a refreshing glimpse into family life.
Tshepi is married to music producer JR Bogopa (Tabure Thabo Bogopa Junior) and together they are blessed with two beautiful children. Her content is grounded, intentional and deeply rooted in love, making her a favourite among moms navigating similar seasons.
The content creator has over 15 000 on TikTok and more than 300 000 on Instagram.
4. Nangamso Puwani
Nangamso Puwani, popularly known as The Real Soso, shares adorable moments with her toddler on TikTok. She left her 9‑to‑5 job to focus on digital content creation full-time.
If you’re looking for content that mixes humour with authentic motherhood experiences, she’s definitely an influencer to follow.
Nangamso has over 100 000 Instagram and Facebook followers. She also boasts more than 980 000 TikTok followers.
5. Ofentse Mphuti
Lifestyle content creator Ofentse Mphuti, a mother of two, delights her followers with creative meals for her children and practical mommy hacks.
If you’re looking for quick recipes for kids, family-friendly travel tips and awe-inspiring parenting content, Ofentse is one to watch.
Ofentse has over 790 000 followers on TikTok, 350 000 on Instagram and 10 000 YouTube subscribers.
6. Domonique Bullock
Domonique Bullock, a Pretoria High School for Girls teacher and mother of two, became an online sensation after one of her TikTok dance videos went viral. She delights fans with cute, uplifting content, whether she’s dancing, goofing around, or showing life as a busy mom.
She has over followers 800 000 on TikTok, 55 000 on Instagram and 150 000 on Facebook.
7. Nthabiseng Mathole
Nthabiseng Mathole is a powerhouse mom and entrepreneur, serving up delicious recipes while showing how motherhood and business can beautifully coexist.
Her content is perfect for moms who love cooking, family lifestyle inspiration and seeing real-life moments of joy and love in a busy household.
Nthabeleng has over 200 000 followers on Instagram and more than 29 000 followers on TikTok.
8. Didi Karabo Khumalo
Attorney and mother of two, Didi Karabo Khumalo blends family, food, Formula 1, lifestyle and travel into warm content.
Through her platforms, she shares everyday moments, meaningful experiences and her love for food on her dedicated page @dine.withdidi.
9. Aisha M. O’Reilly
Balancing life, love and family, Aisha is a proud mother of three who creates fun content.
As the host of The Whole Mamaza and the admin behind the much-loved @theoreillykids, she shares encouragement and practical insights for everyday family life. With authenticity, humour and grace, Aisha continues to inspire moms across South Africa.
She has over 60 000 followers on Instagram and 23 000 on TikTok.
10. Issa Goddess
Zinziswa Mayekiso, known as Issa Goddess, is a mother of two who shares her life through her lens, covering motherhood, beauty, lifestyle and fashion.
Her content is a mix of family moments with style and self-expression, giving followers a glimpse into her daily life.
She has over 400 000 followers on Instagram and 100 000 on TikTok.
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