Nota Baloyi Slams Pearl Thusi’s Vaal University of Technology Appearance
- Nota Baloyi took aim at Pearl Thusi on social media after she appeared at the Vaal University of Technology
- Pearl Thusi was invited to speak to students about social media, content creation, brand building, and monetising an online presence
- Baloyi's dig at Pearl is part of a pattern of controversial remarks he has made about several public figures
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Nota Baloyi has once again found himself in the spotlight after throwing shade at Pearl Thusi following her speaking engagement at the Vaal University of Technology (VUT).
On 25 August 2026, a video circulated online showing the former Queen Sono actress commanding the stage at the prestigious institution. Pearl had been invited to share her expertise on social media and content creation, offering students practical advice on building a personal brand and turning an online presence into a source of income. The clip captured her in full form, dancing energetically and connecting with her audience throughout the session.
Despite the warm reception Pearl received at VUT, Nota Baloyi was far from impressed. The music executive dismissed the booking entirely, writing, "VUT wasting money." His comment implied that the university gained nothing of value by bringing Pearl in as a speaker.
This is not the first time Baloyi has set his sights on the media personality. He recently accused her of using substances, a claim that drew significant attention on social media. Pearl is not the only public figure to have found herself in Baloyi's crosshairs either.
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He recently directed criticism at EFF leader Julius Malema after the politician advocated for Kiswahili to be adopted as Africa's universal language.
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Nota Baloyi's history of controversial remarks
Baloyi has built a reputation for outspoken and often divisive commentary online. Among his most condemned behaviour has been body-shaming women in the public eye.
Briefly News previously reported on his remarks about DJ Ayanda's body, a comment that drew widespread backlash from Mzansi. Whether targeting politicians, musicians, or television personalities, the controversial critic has consistently courted controversy with his social media posts.
Pearl Thusi, for her part, has not publicly responded to Baloyi's latest comment about her VUT appearance.
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Nota Baloyi throws shade at Thandeka Tshabalala
In an earlier report, Briefly News shared Nota Baloyi's reaction to Thandeka Tshabalala's latest podcast appearance.
The outspoken critic made a shady remark about Tshabalala, leading to a heated debate about both their behaviour.
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