Zari Hassan and Shakib tie the knot in a private ceremony

South African Socialite Zari Hassan and her 31-year-old partner, Shakib Lutaaya, have tied the knot in a glamorous private wedding in South Africa.

Zari who is known for her bold fashion sense deviated from the traditional white wedding gowns and instead embraced stylish ivory gown with a detailed, long white veil and tail.

The groom decided to go easy by wearing a Khaki trouser, white shirt and brown coat.

The private ceremony was graced by close friends, family members and celebrities across the continent, among them Zari's best friend and millionaire Zodwa Mkandla, several cast members from the Young, Famous & African reality TV show.

Zari's five children were present to witness the couple exchange vows. Her three older sons dressed in all-white outfits, mirroring the other guests, while Prince Nillan wore a brown suit that complemented Shakib's coat.

Before their grand all-white wedding, Zari and Shakib held their traditional wedding in Pretoria, South Africa, on April 16, 2023.The couple shared photos and videos from their Islamic wedding with their fans, and some of her relatives, her elder brother and sister, were present.

In the video shared on social media, dressed in Islamic attire, the lovebirds exchanged rings.

Diamond Platnumz, Zari's ex-lover and father of two of her five children, did not attend the wedding.

Zari and Shakib's life haven’t been without its share of drama since they started dating. They began dating in early 2022, however, their relationship faced scrutiny and criticism, including accusations from Shakib's ex-wife, who claimed that Zari had snatched her man. Zari vehemently denied these allegations