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The South African
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Mbuso Khoza calls out Duma Ndlovu over 'unpaid royalties'
Acclaimed musician and actor Mbuso Khoza has publicly called out TV producer Duma KaNdlovu over unpaid royalties. The actor has expressed frustration for not being compensated for music he composed for the popular faith-based telenovela Umkhokha: The Curse , with claims dating back to 2021. Taking to Facebook, Mbuso urged the producer to settle the outstanding payments. 'Duma Ndlovu please take my call regarding the money you owe me on Umkhokha from 2021 until the last season. Please take my call. I composed many songs on the show. Please, awube wumuntu. Boya benyathi ,' he wrote. In the comments, he revealed that despite multiple attempts to request payment, the Muvhango executive producer allegedly threatened. 'Mina ngingamane ngife I'm thinking about the young people who might be suffering from being threatened at this stage, he's not even taking my calls for the past few months. Now, today, I got the letter saying he's owning 50% of my compositions HOW 🙉.' He also added, 'This is the future of my kids. If I have to die, let it be so that the viewers know how much I worked on that music.' FANS REACT TO HIS POST Khoza's fans shared their thoughts on his plea and urged Ndlovu to settle the amount allegedly owed to him. Hlomela Mavuya wrote, 'Yhoo Baba can you imagine your sweat, hours & hard work not being compensated that's totally unfair & doing you dirty, this is so.' Mbalenhle Shamase wrote, 'This is so sad. I watched umkhokha because of your songs and your voice.' Sipho KaBhekuyise Nzuza wrote: 'Duma KaNdlovu it would be appreciated if you could settle the debt for the songs composed on the show Boyabenyathi enza iqiniso pls Mpongo.' Mxolisi Nxumalo Mxolisi wrote: 'You're not the first person to complain about this man akabuyise izinkomo zakwaKhoza.' WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON THIS? Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Herald
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald
'Pay my money': Mbuso Khoza calls out Duma Ndlovu over 'unpaid royalties'
Renowned actor, singer and cultural activist Mbuso Khoza has come out guns blazing, accusing veteran producer Duma Ndlovu of failing to pay him for music he composed for the hit faith-based telenovela Umkhokha: The Curse, with claims dating back to 2021. Taking to his Facebook page, Mbuso pleaded with the producer to settle the outstanding fees. 'Duma Ndlovu please take my call regarding the money you owe me on Umkhokha from 2021 until the last season. Please take my call. I composed many songs on the show. Please, awube wumuntu. Boya benyathi .' Mbuso, who has lent his voice and musical skills to the show's spiritual and emotionally charged soundtrack, claims he was never compensated for his creative work despite multiple attempts to resolve the matter privately. Speaking to TshisaLIVE, Mbuso said this was no longer just about him. 'It is my account. Here I'm fighting for my rights and someone has messed up, this is the truth. I don't care and I'm fighting for the future of my children here. No-one will tell me otherwise. As long as I see my money in my account, that's all.' This isn't the first time Duma has faced criticism for alleged nonpayment. Over the years, rumblings from actors and crew members have surfaced about productions linked to him, including the long-running soapie Muvhango, which recently came to an end amid mounting reports of staff not being paid. While fans of Umkhokha: The Curse continue to praise its compelling storytelling and authentic music, the alleged behind-the-scenes injustices are casting a shadow over its success. At the time of publishing, Duma had not responded to requests for comment.
TimesLIVE
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
'Pay my money': Mbuso Khoza calls out Duma Ndlovu over 'unpaid royalties'
Renowned actor, singer and cultural activist Mbuso Khoza has come out guns blazing, accusing veteran producer Duma Ndlovu of failing to pay him for music he composed for the hit faith-based telenovela Umkhokha: The Curse, with claims dating back to 2021. Taking to his Facebook page, Mbuso pleaded with the producer to settle the outstanding fees. 'Duma Ndlovu please take my call regarding the money you owe me on Umkhokha from 2021 until the last season. Please take my call. I composed many songs on the show. Please, awube wumuntu. Boya benyathi.' Mbuso, who has lent his voice and musical skills to the show's spiritual and emotionally charged soundtrack, claims he was never compensated for his creative work despite multiple attempts to resolve the matter privately. Speaking to TshisaLIVE, Mbuso said this was no longer just about him. 'It is my account. Here I'm fighting for my rights and someone has messed up, this is the truth. I don't care and I'm fighting for the future of my children here. No-one will tell me otherwise. As long as I see my money in my account, that's all.' This isn't the first time Duma has faced criticism for alleged nonpayment. Over the years, rumblings from actors and crew members have surfaced about productions linked to him, including the long-running soapie Muvhango, which recently came to an end amid mounting reports of staff not being paid. While fans of Umkhokha: The Curse continue to praise its compelling storytelling and authentic music, the alleged behind-the-scenes injustices are casting a shadow over its success.
IOL News
08-08-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Bibi Mbangula takes the reins as host of the legal reality series 'Molao O Reng'
Bibi Mbangula is the new face of justice, bringing heart and clarity to the legal frontline as the new host of 'Molao o Reng' on Moja Love. Image: Supplied TV and radio presenter Bibi Mbangula joins Moja Love as the new host of 'Molao O Reng' (what does the law say?), a legal reality show that offers South Africans expert guidance on real-life legal issues. Known for her work as a DJ, voice-over artist, and NBA analyst, Mbangula steps into a role that aligns with her passion for storytelling and community empowerment. The weekly programme invites members of the public to bring forward their legal disputes, which are then unpacked by attorneys who guide them through possible resolutions. 'Molao O Reng' aims to make the law more understandable and accessible, while educating viewers on their rights and available legal options for whatever legal issues they may face. With Mbangula's relatable presence and empathetic approach, the show offers a human perspective that makes the law easier to understand and apply in everyday life. 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 ✕ The show was first introduced to viewers in March and was hosted by media personality and 'Umkhokha' actor Sthandwa Nzuza. Now, Mbangula takes over the reins as the latest host. Mbangula is no stranger to South African media. Her previous work includes the "By The Way with Bibi" segment on 5FM's 5Drive, where she highlighted stories of young South Africans making a difference. 'Hosting Molao o Reng is more than just a TV gig for me. It's a platform to serve, inform and empower our people,' said Mbangula. 'The law can often feel intimidating or out of reach, and this show is about breaking those barriers, making legal knowledge accessible and practical. 'I'm honoured to be the bridge between experts and everyday South Africans who need clarity, guidance, and sometimes just to feel heard,' she concluded. The show airs every Thursday at 5pm, with a repeat broadcast at 8.30pm on Moja Love (DStv channel 157).
News24
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Mkhokha star Deli Malinga steps away from acting to pursue business ventures
She is a versatile actress, who can handle any role she's given. She draws inspiration from her wealth of experiences to breathe life into every character she portrays. Over the years, she has consistently delivered exceptional performances and earned the recognition she deserves. Actress Deli Malinga has been in the entertainment industry for more than three decades. Her most notable role was when she starred in Generations as Sarah Langa alongside some of the country's top actors, such as Sonia Mbele, Winnie Ntshaba, Menzi Ngubane, and many others. However, she really got an opportunity to showcase her talent when she joined Mzansi Magic's hit telenovela ,Umkhokha, where she played the role of the feisty Thenjiwe 'Mamzobe' Gumede, a role that she nailed and nabbed a best actress gong for. During her 32-year career, she has also appeared on shows like Rhythm City. Despite her wealth of acting experience, it seems Deli believes in the adage 'quit while you're still in your prime'- choosing to step away while at the peak of her career. She shares that she will be taking a break from acting to focus on her business ventures. She's not leaving acting altogether, she's just taking a hiatus to shift her focus into her business ventures. She beams with excitement, as she tells Drum that she's going away, but 'I'm focusing on my business ventures.' 'I'm starting a skin care business. It's going very well, and I've also started teaching acting online, on YouTube and that too, is going well,' she reveals. She is well aware of the pitfalls of the industry she's in, which is why she is determined to make a success of her businesses, so that she has a plan to fall back on. 'It's not that I'm quitting acting, but before I get back into it - I want to ensure that my businesses have grown, so that I can ensure that I have some stability.' Since getting the opportunity to showcase her talent in the acting world, she has built a loyal fan base who supported her throughout her time on the award-winning telenovela, Umkhokha. Now that she's stepping back from acting, she hopes the same fans who appreciated her seamless performances will also support her business ventures. 'I promise that when my businesses that I'm starting have grown the way I want them to, I will return to acting, otherwise I'm still well and active. I Just need time to focus on my hustles,' the Durban-born actress explains
