Dr Musa Mthombeni Complains About Property Prices in SA, Netizens Gush: “This Level of Flex”
- On Tuesday, 16 September 2025, Dr Musa Mthombeni publicly criticised the cost of buying a house in South Africa
- Netizens shared mixed reactions, with some agreeing with Dr Musa, while others explained the pricing
- Despite ranting about the cost of buying a house in Mzansi, Musa Mthombeni previously added a stunning multi-million car to his garage
- Briefly News asked Xabiso Lombo what advice she would give to potential investors looking to enter South Africa’s residential property market without being priced out
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Popular medical practitioner and media personality Dr Musa Mthombeni set tongues wagging after calling out what he believes are outrageous property prices in South Africa.
Dr Musa Mthombeni who is married to Miss South Africa 2015 Liesl Laurie, is famously known for living his best life with his wife at exotic tourist destinations. While fans admire the power couple's luxurious lifestyle, some fans speculated how Dr Musa Mthombeni manages to fund the luxury trips.
Dr Musa Mthombeni’s rant reminded South Africans that though he is not in the same tax bracket as them, Cyril's economy is affecting everyone.
Briefly News asked Xabiso Lombo, Master Practitioner in Real Estate, for advice to potential investors on entering South Africa’s residential property market despite rising property prices. She said:
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"It is important to debunk the myth that investing in township properties is automatically easier or safer simply because prices are lower. Every investment, regardless of location, carries its own risks. The real question is whether you understand your own risk appetite and limitations as an investor."
Musa Mthombeni vents rants about property prices
On Tuesday, 16 September 2025, Musa Mthombeni took to his official X (Twitter) account to vent about the rising property prices in Mzansi. The former child star suggested that the real estate industry should be investigated.
Musa Mthombeni suggested that the prices of property in South Africa are extortionate and gave a specific example of houses priced at R15 million that don't justify the price tag. The post was captioned:
“The price of properties needs to be investigated. The houses they’re trying to sell us for R15 million, my Lord, aren’t worthy of that, my Lord.”
Netizens react to Musa Mthombeni's property price rant
Netizens filled the comments with mixed reactions. While some agreed with Dr Musa Mthombeni, others disagreed and explained why property prices in South Africa are currently what they are.
Here are some of the comments:
@kopano_matlala explained:
“Before we sell, we do valuations before even listing the property so that we can help the Seller understand what sort of market we are dealing with. You can just put a price and hope for the best. Send me a DM, and we can try and show the seller where we believe the value is.”
@Njebez35 said:
“Propped up by an imaginary economy, should there be unprecedented circumstances that lead to the South African economy going bust, the property becomes worthless, yet you still have the 15 million in outstanding debt. So, what really is the ‘worth’ of something in this world, kinda like those worthless Kugas.”
@pulengdee1 agreed:
“Yhoo! Tell me about it. Houses are expensive, my lord😭😭”
@Cerebrallll explained:
“In real estate, we are selling LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!”
@Lalo_manca gushed:
“This level of flex ☺️🔥🔥”
@NewyorkZulu argued:
“The South African housing market is probably the best on the continent and beyond. You are talking to the wrong person or the wrong neighbourhood for your bag.”
Source: Instagram
Dr Musa Mthombeni shows off multi-million ride
Dr Musa might be complaining about property prices in South Africa, but he bagged a luxury car worth millions of Rands.
In 2024, Briefly News reported that Dr Musa Mthombeni added a stunning Mercedes-Benz V-Class to his garage.
The influencer showed off his new cherry red ride in a video on Instagram and had netizens buzzing with excitement for him.
Source: Briefly News
Tayananiswa Zvikaramba (Editor) Tayananiswa Zvikaramba is an entertainment writer at Briefly News. He previously worked as a profiler, sports, human interest, entertainment, and current affairs writer at Pindula (2016-2022) and iHarare (2022-2025). He holds a BA Honours in Archaeology from the University of Zimbabwe (2010-2013), YOAST SEO for Beginners (2023), YOAST Block Editor Training (2023), and YOAST Structured Data for Beginners (2023). Email: tayananiswa.zvikaramba@briefly.co.za
Xabiso Lombo (Master Practitioner in Real Estate) Xabiso Lombo is a real estate professional focused on residential sales, investment and advisory services. As a realtor she guides clients buying, selling and investing, with strengths in marketing strategy, negotiation and transaction management. She has worked as a Sales and Leasing Agent in Johannesburg, handling rentals to multi-million rand sales and structuring deals for investors. With academic training in property development, she combines technical knowledge and practical experience to help clients grow wealth sustainably Dedicated to ethical practice and lasting client relationships
