Nandi Ndathane Celebrates Emtee's Release From Custody After 16 Days

Nandi Ndathane Celebrates Emtee's Release From Custody After 16 Days

  • Nandi Ndathane posted a black-and-white studio photo to mark Emtee's return after his release from the Johannesburg Correctional Centre
  • Emtee spent 16 days in custody before being released on R2,000 bail following a court appearance at the Midrand Magistrate's Court
  • Mzansi flooded social media with reactions after music blog sahiphop_piano shared screenshots of Nandi celebrating her boyfriend's return
Emtee was granted R2,000 bail after his estranged wife, Nicole Chinsamy, formally withdrew her complaint
Nandi Ndathane celebrated Emtee’s release after the rapper spent 16 days in custody following his arrest over an alleged breach of a protection order. Image: Nandi Ndathane
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Nandi Ndathane made no secret of her joy when her partner, rapper Emtee, walked free from custody. The musician took to her Instagram stories to mark the moment, sharing a black-and-white image taken inside a recording studio, accompanied by a red heart emoji. Music blog sahiphop_piano shared screenshots of Nandi's posts with the caption:

"Nandi celebrates Emtee's release from jail, her boyfriend is back. ❤️"

Emtee's 16-day ordeal comes to an end

The Gold Kruger hitmaker had been held at the Johannesburg Correctional Centre for 16 days before appearing at the Midrand Magistrate's Court on 2 September 2026. His estranged wife, Nicole Chinsamy, formally withdrew the case against him, which stemmed from an alleged breach of a protection order. He walked out on R2,000 bail, heading straight back to the studio.

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His time behind bars was not without drama off the streets either. Reports of tension surrounding his personal belongings and assets during his detention kept tongues wagging online, adding another layer to an already complicated personal situation.

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Mzansi has thoughts

The post attracted a wave of reactions from fans and followers, ranging from genuine relief to scepticism.

KLefitikas wrote:

"I'm also celebrating. 🍾 ☺️ I'm happy for you, Big Hustle."

MukhosiB had a different take:

"The sooner Emtee leaves this girl, the better. 😭😭😭"

ZimMarioCingani went straight for the jugular:

"She prolly cheated already."

Neverza_ asked simply:

"Why did he get arrested?"

SinfordLebogang chimed in with:

"Isn't he married?"

Tshebiyadira01 referenced radio personality Nota Baloyi, writing:

"But Nota said!?…"

Don_Debedu kept it short and sweet:

"Great news. 🙏🏽"

Teezylanez_ offered:

"Downgrade. 😭"

Emtee was released on R2,000 bail

South African rapper Emtee appeared at the Midrand Magistrate's Court on Wednesday after spending 16 days at the Johannesburg Correctional Centre.

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His estranged wife Nicole Chinsamy submitted a withdrawal of the case, citing her desire to move forward with her life.

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Gloria Masia (Human interest editor) Gloria Masia is an Entertainment Writer at Briefly News. She holds a Diploma in Public Relations from UNISA and a Diploma in Journalism from Rosebank College. With over 8 years of experience, Gloria has worked in digital marketing, online TV production, and radio. Email:gloria.masia@briefly.co.za

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