DJ Maphorisa accused of Molesting Young Artists in Exchange for Sony Music Distribution and Resources

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BREAKING NEWS: Tebogo G Mashego Accuses DJ Maphorisa of Molesting Young Artists in Exchange for Music Distribution, Resources

Johannesburg, Explosive allegations have rocked South Africa’s Amapiano music scene as rising star Tebogo “G” Mashego accuses veteran producer DJ Maphorisa (Themba Sekowe) of using sexual favours as leverage over young artists in exchange for music distribution, resources, and career advancement.

🚨 What Mashego Claimed

In a tearful livestream from Nigeria, where he said he was stranded after being lured into a gig that fell through, Mashego alleged that not only was he owed royalties for his hit song “Biri Marung”, but that a more sinister exchange was expected by those in power. He described feeling exploited not only financially, but also in terms of power dynamics, claiming that some industry gatekeepers, including prominent producers, expect sexual compliance from young or vulnerable artists in return for access to distribution channels and other career-building resources.

📹 Videos Surfacing

Social media has been awash with video clips of Mashego’s emotional accusations. In them, he pleads for help, claiming he has not seen significant financial returns despite “Biri Marung” being a major hit. Though Mashego didn’t name DJ Maphorisa explicitly in every video in connection with the molestation claims, the intensity of his allegations has led to widespread belief among fans and commentators that he’s implicating people in DJ Maphorisa’s inner circle or the producer himself.

🔍 Prior Allegations & Related Context

These claims come amid a string of past controversies involving DJ Maphorisa. Among them:

• Allegations made on The Wall podcast (hosted by SkeemGP) that Maphorisa has had sexual relationships with young male artists, purportedly in return for career favors. Maphorisa responded by saying “I will make him pay.”

• Other artists such as Shebeshxt have claimed that Maphorisa failed to provide split sheets and used songs without proper credit or notice.

• Samthing Soweto similarly accused Maphorisa of exploiting him by using his name and not giving proper credit or compensation.

⚖️ Reactions & Fallout

Young Stunna, another prominent voice in the Amapiano space, has defended Maphorisa, calling for respect of the older generation and cautioning against rash allegations. Meanwhile, Mashego has filed public demands for significant compensation, asking for R23 million from Scorpion Kings (Maphorisa & Kabza De Small) over unpaid royalties and events related to “Biri Marung.” A fellow DJ, DJ Karri, stepped in to book Mashego’s flight out of Nigeria after Mashego claimed he was stuck without the means to return. The public has rallied behind him.

⚠️ What Remains Unproven

As of now, the molestation claim, sexual exploitation in exchange for music industry favors, has not been legally proven. There are no known court filings or corroborated evidence to establish these specific allegations in a formal legal setting. DJ Maphorisa has denied some of the more serious claims in prior instances, promising legal action against accusers. Many of the reports stem from Mashego’s live social media videos and interviews, and from podcasts and second hand allegations, not from documented legal complaints or investigations.

🔭 What to Watch

• Whether Mashego or others will lodge formal complaints or lawsuits invoking the molestation and exploitation claims, and whether any investigations will follow.

• How DJ Maphorisa responds in the coming days, both in terms of public statements and potentially legal actions.

• Reactions from record labels, streaming platforms, and industry bodies concerning artist protection, contracts, royalties, and exploitation.

📌 Bottom Line

These allegations strike at the heart of ongoing concerns about power imbalances in the music industry, especially around how vulnerable artists are treated. While the claims of financial exploitation are already strongly supported, the molestation and sexual-favours angle is much more serious and remains unverified as of yet.

Mashego has ignited a debate that many fear has been overshadowed or dismissed for too long. Stakeholders are paying close attention, as this could lead to legal, social, and moral consequences for big names in the industry.