Zari Hassan's Husband Shakib Cham Advocates for Clingy Partners

Zari Hassan's husband, Shakib Cham, recommends choosing a clingy partner over a nonchalant one, emphasizing the value of affection in relationships.

In a Facebook post, the businessman praised partners who express love openly. "I highly recommend a clingy, lovey-dovey partner—someone who isn’t afraid to show their love boldly. Life is too short for a partner who treats affection like a chore or keeps you guessing about their feelings," he wrote.

He added, "Choose someone who lights up when they see you, instinctively reaches for your hand, and pulls you close just because they want to. Someone who kisses your forehead and steals glances at you."

Shakib concluded, "Real love isn’t distant. It’s present, deeply felt, and freely expressed—without fear or hesitation. That’s the kind of love you deserve."

Zari and Shakib’s journey to marriage blended traditional and modern ceremonies, reflecting their cultural roots and personal styles.

The couple first met in Pretoria, South Africa, in 2019, where Shakib was living at the time. Their initial encounter laid the groundwork for their relationship, which became public in early 2022. Their 12-year age gap drew attention and some criticism, including allegations from Shakib’s ex-partner.

Their union was formalized through two ceremonies: a Nikkah and a white wedding. On April 16, 2023, Zari and Shakib held an intimate Nikkah ceremony in Pretoria, attended by close family and friends, following a visit to Shakib’s family in Uganda to seek their blessings.

On October 3, 2023, the couple celebrated with a lavish all-white wedding in Pretoria. The glamorous event welcomed family, friends, and celebrities, including cast members from the reality show Young, Famous & African. Zari’s children played significant roles in the festivities.

Zari and Shakib maintain a long-distance marriage, with Zari based in South Africa to manage her businesses and raise her children, while Shakib resides in Uganda.

Zari has shared that this arrangement keeps their relationship vibrant and allows her to balance her responsibilities effectively.