Ntsiki Mazwai Comments on Arthur Mafokate’s SAMA Performance, SA Reacts: “This One Really Cut Deep”

• Ntsiki Mazwai recently weighed in on Arthur Mafokate's performance at the South African Music Awards
• The controversial podcaster threw shade at Arthur's corruption allegations, alluding to him never being punished
• Mzansi clapped once to Ntsiki's comment and bashed Arthur, saying the justice system was flawed

Ntsiki Mazwai wasn't impressed after watching Arthur Mafokate performing at the SAMAs.

Ntsiki Mazwai throws shade at Arthur Mafokate

Arthur Mafokate's performance at the South African Music Awards (SAMAs) left a sour taste in some netizens' mouths, including Ntsiki Mazwai.

The MOYA Podcast host wasn't at all happy after seeing Arthur on stage, considering his controversial past and, most recently, his never-ending corruption scandals.

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Taking to her Twitter (X) page, Ntsiki reacted to a video of Arthur performing with Chomee, his former artist and alleged domestic violence victim. She said people like Arthur hardly get punished for their crimes:

"People who steal government money get rewarded in SA."

Mzansi reacts to Ntsiki Mazwai's comment

Netizens bashed the government and justice system while coming up with theories on why some alleged criminals walk away with merely a slap on the wrist:

selbywayne1 suspected:

"Sometimes the government is eating with them, that's why."

Goatttttttttt9 wrote:

"If you know the right people in South Africa, you'll live comfortably. The NPA won't touch you."

kodisangtumelo1 recalled:

"This one really cut deep. I was part of the NLC project when they stole the money. Unable children who live in horrible situations were denied what was rightfully theirs. With over 200 applicants, none was funded."

Ndaba_2025 said:

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"I see that, imagine an offender like Somizi. They’re protected and given platforms everywhere just because."

dumzie023 posted:

"The ANC has no shame."

Linda_roto added:"

"Not forgetting woman basher."

What you need to know about Ntsiki Mazwai

Nontsikelelo Mazwai is a versatile South African creative who excels as a songwriter, poet, music producer, beadwork artist, businesswoman, event MC, blogger, and author. Her musical repertoire spans traditional, hip-hop, reggae, house, and Afro-soul genres.

She is the daughter of Belede Mazwai and Dr Thami Mazwai, both renowned writers who chronicled South Africa's revolutionary history. Dr Thami Mazwai served as an editor for The Sowetan. At the same time, her mother, Belede Vabaza, was an active participant in anti-apartheid campaigns and a trailblazing journalist who played a crucial role in transforming the newsprint sector in South Africa.

Mazwai began her career as a background singer in 2002. By 2004, she released her debut single, Light Up My Life, which garnered positive acclaim and was included on DJ Fresh’s album Sgubhu SA Mampela. Her breakthrough came in 2005 with the release of Uwrongo, which emerged as one of the year's biggest hits. Known for her unique style, she seamlessly blends her poetry into her music.

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Tyla wins big at the SAMAs

In an earlier report, Briefly News shared online reactions to Tyla's big wins at the SAMAs.

The singer dominated the night with multiple award wins; however, Cassper Nyovest believed that Water deserved more recognition for how it blew up internationally while also catapulting her career.

Source: Briefly News