Robert Marawa intends paying ilolobo and has also put a ring on Pearl Thusi

IT’S official: TV and radio personality Robert Marawa and girlfriend Pearl Thusi are taking their relationship to the next level!

Sunday Sun can confirm Robert has introduced his TV and radio presenter girlfriend to his family.

A source close to the situation said Robert intends paying ilolobo and has also put a ring on her.

“He’s taken her to meet his parents and they like her,” said the source.

The two were spottedhand-in-hand at Cocoon, in Sandton, midweek.

“They were all over each other and looked genuinely happy,” said the source.

This was not the first time the couple was spotted in public together.

Recently they were seen at the Tony Braxton and Baby Face concert at the Dome, in Northgate.

They were also seen together at Pharrell Williams’s concert two weeks ago.

“They were there as a couple and looked all lovey-dovey.

“They’re no longer hiding it. Now that it’s public knowledge, they decided to get serious.

“Robert isn’t getting any younger. All his relationships ended up in a disaster and we’re happy he’s taking this one to another level,” the source told the People’s Paper.

The source added they even attended this year’s Durban July as a couple.

Sunday Sun first broke the story after they were spotted at Robert’s birthday party just after the Metro FM Music Awards last year.

Sources close to the couple confirmed Robert has put a ring on Pearl’s finger.

“He’s head-over-heels in love with her. She’s smart and independent.

“It’s just a matter of time before the big announcement,” said the source.

“This time he’s got it right and we’ll have our Kanye and Kim in Mzansi.”

Yesterday the SunTeam sent Robert an SMS for a comment. He acknowledged receiving the SMS, but had not responded at the time of going to print.

Pearl was also not available and equally her phone rang unanswered.) Meanwhile, Bafana Bafana and Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune has also introduced his new girlfriend, Sibahle Mpisane, to his family.

Sunday Sun has learnt that despite Itu’s drama with Sibahle’s parents, the couple is going strong.