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IOL News
07-08-2025
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Jazzworx breaks his silence on harrowing kidnapping ordeal: ‘Even in your home, you're not safe'
Jazzworx has finally broken his silence about the traumatic kidnapping ordeal he endured alongside fellow artist GL Ceejay. Image: Jazzworx/Facebook Renowned music producer Jazzworx (real name Kamohelo Monese) has finally spoken out about the traumatic kidnapping ordeal he endured alongside fellow artist GL Ceejay (real name Gobokweone Lekganyane). The two were recently victims of a violent and deeply personal attack that has left emotional and creative scars that may take a long time to heal. Taking to Instagram Stories, Jazzworx opened up for the first time since the incident, revealing the emotional toll and the unimaginable loss they suffered. 'I wanted to discuss this with the team,' he began. 'Ever since we were attacked, neither GL Ceejay nor I have said anything about it.' In his candid message, the music producer conveyed heartfelt gratitude to the fans and supporters who continued to check in and show love during their silence. 'Thank you to everyone who's been sending their love and tagging us,' he wrote. 'I'm only finding the courage now to go back to what I love.' According to Jazzworx, the traumatic incident unfolded at their home, a space that was meant to be a haven but was instead violated by intruders who not only stole material items but also stripped them of years of creative work and irreplaceable memories. Among the items taken were computers that housed the entire archive of their music - their life's work. 'They took everything we believed to be a memory to us,' Jazzworx said. 'Our computer had every story and journey. These weren't just files. They were our memories, our legacy.' Adding to the emotional weight of the revelation, Jazzworx also took a moment to address whispers and speculation suggesting that the incident may have been staged as a publicity stunt - a rumour likely fueled by the title of their upcoming album, 'The Most Wanted', scheduled for release before the end of winter 2025. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading 'Funny enough, we titled this album 'The Most Wanted' - one would now think this was a stunt because we're about to drop an album,' he said. 'No. It wasn't a stunt. Nothing about what happened to us was planned or orchestrated. It was real. It was terrifying.' He concluded his message with a stark and sobering reminder about the current state of safety. 'It's so sad that even in your home, you're not safe,' he wrote, echoing a growing fear shared by many creatives and citizens alike. In the days following the attack, an overwhelming wave of support has flooded in from fans, industry colleagues and fellow musicians. Many praised Jazzworx's courage to speak up, while others condemned the violation and urged the duo to stay strong and keep creating, despite the massive setback. A recent Instagram Story by Jazzworx. Image: Instagram On Monday, August 4, the pair released an official statement, offering further details about their rescue and expressing gratitude to those who came to their aid. 'We are grateful to inform you that we were safely found and rescued early yesterday morning,' the statement read. 'We are currently receiving medical attention and support as we begin the process of healing physically, emotionally and psychologically. This experience has been profoundly shocking, but it has also reinforced our faith in the kindness and resilience of our community.'
IOL News
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
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Jazzworx and GL Ceejay grateful to law enforcement after kidnapping ordeal
In a harrowing turn of events, South African artists Jazzworx and G.L. Ceejay were kidnapped during a home invasion Image: X Artists Jazzworx and GL_Ceejay have thanked law enforcement after they were kidnapped, and their studio equipment was stolen in a targeted attack. On Sunday, the hitmaker's real names (Jazzworx), Kamohelo Monese, and Gobokweone Lekganyane (G.L. Ceejay) were involved in a traumatic ordeal following a home invasion where they were robbed and kidnapped. 'We are grateful to inform you that we were safely found and rescued early morning yesterday. We are currently receiving medical attention and support as we begin the process of healing physically, emotionally and psychologically. 'This experience has been profoundly shocking, but it has also reinforced our faith in the kindness and resilience of our community.' Jazzworx and GL Ceejay are known for their hits such as 'Bengicela', 'Uzizwa Kanjan' and 'Tholukuthi'. They have requested privacy and understanding as they focus on their recovery and rebuilding their strength. In their statement, they went on to thank all those involved in their rescue and law enforcement authorities for their swift action and diligent efforts. 'We are committed to cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation. We managed to get a picture of one of the perpetrators we will circulate it.' Their collaborator, Thukuthela, posted on social media about the ordeal, sounding the alarm and revealing that the perpetrators wanted the studio computers. Fans and industry colleagues have showered the musicians with support and kind words, encouraging them to keep on with their music. A GoFundMe page has also been started by New York artist &Friends to help the rising stars rebuild their studio. 'I had the privilege of remixing Jazzworx's summer hit 'Isaka 6 am,' and we just finished a beautiful collaboration with Ceejay and Thukuthela. Their sound is fresh, raw, and undeniably powerful, and they were just getting started. 'Right now, the goal is simple: help them rebuild. Laptops. Studio monitors. Audio interface. Headphones. Back on their feet,' reads the description on the page. IOL Entertainment
