{
  "id": 14196264,
  "title": "Ratile Mabitsela goes under the knife",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/ratile-mabitsela-goes-under-the-knife",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-13T12:28:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/lifestyle/entertainment/celebrity-news/ratile-mabitsela-goes-under-the-knife/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Reality TV personality Ratile Mabitsela recently underwent cosmetic surgery, specifically a mastopexy, or breast lift, which she documented on Instagram. Mabitsela shared her self-love journey on social media, explaining that her experience with the procedure aims to help women who may be considering the same decision but have questions, fears, or simply lack understanding of what to expect. She wanted to openly share her experience from the surgery day to the realities of healing and recovery to encourage conversations about the procedure, which should not be held behind closed doors. Mabitsela's transformation earlier this year had sparked speculation about a Brazilian butt lift (BBL), but she attributed her changes to adjustments in her wellness routine, diet, water intake, and overall lifestyle. Her decision to undergo surgery has positively impacted her self-image, making her feel better both physically and emotionally.",
  "summary": "The reality TV star recently underwent mastopexy surgery.",
  "key_points": [
    "Reality TV star Ratile Mabitsela underwent mastopexy surgery.",
    "She documented the procedure on Instagram for transparency.",
    "Surgery aimed to inspire women considering similar decisions."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}