South African music producer and DJ, Murdah Bongz, has landed in hot water after being accused of abandoning a scheduled performance in the Eastern Cape despite receiving full payment. The popular artist, known for his association with the renowned duo Black Motion and his marriage to DJ Zinhle, is now facing backlash from event organizers and social media users over what they describe as unprofessional behavior.
The drama began when Jola Cafe, an entertainment establishment based in Sterkspruit, Eastern Cape, took to social media to express their disappointment. They claimed that Murdah Bongz, now performing solo under the name Mörda, was paid R45,000 in advance to perform at their venue. However, the DJ reportedly canceled at the last minute, citing health reasons. According to Jola Cafe, the cancellation left them in a difficult position as they had already paid for stage and sound hire in anticipation of his performance.
What added fuel to the fire was the revelation that Murdah Bongz allegedly went on to perform at another event in Johannesburg just hours after calling off the Eastern Cape gig. This sparked outrage from the organizers and social media users, many of whom felt betrayed by his actions.
Jola Cafe’s official statement claimed that they felt disrespected and financially strained by the incident. They called out the DJ for what they described as a lack of professionalism and demanded accountability, with some even calling for legal action. The statement quickly gained traction online, prompting thousands of reactions and debates among South African users.
While some fans rushed to Murdah Bongz’s defense, saying it could have been an honest mistake, others argued that Jola Cafe deserved a full refund and possibly compensation for their additional expenses. One user commented that rescheduling the performance could help mend the situation, while another suggested that taking the matter to court might be the only way for the Eastern Cape establishment to recover their losses.
The controversy also revived conversations about past tensions within Black Motion, the group Murdah Bongz was once part of. Some social media users pointed out that this incident painted a clearer picture of who might have been responsible for the group’s previous internal challenges. The DJ duo, which Bongz was part of alongside Smol, broke up when Bongz launched his solo career under the name Mörda.
Additionally, fans questioned why artists seemed to consistently overlook Eastern Cape events. Comparisons were drawn to similar past incidents involving other celebrities like Somizi and Young Stunna, raising concerns that the province is not taken seriously by South African entertainers.
Amid the backlash, Murdah Bongz has remained silent on the matter. Interestingly, just days before the controversy erupted, he had teased fans with a snippet of his upcoming album, Asante III, named after his daughter with DJ Zinhle. The album preview had generated excitement among his followers, but the latest allegations may overshadow his musical plans.
For now, the Eastern Cape community awaits Murdah Bongz’s response, as calls for accountability grow louder.