Limpopo Singer Makhadzi Reportedly Fires Her Longtime DJ Snani After 4 Years

• Makhadzi has reportedly parted ways with her DJ after four years of working together
• The Limpopo star apparently gave DJ Snani the boot over repeated incidents of dishonesty and bailing on shows
• Meanwhile, Snani announced his solo journey on social media and alluded to not being valued

Makhadzi reportedly ended her working relationship with her longtime DJ after repeated offences of tardiness.

DJ Snani had been DJing for Makhadzi for four years, touring with her and managing to make a name for himself. He even got booked outside of his contract with Makhadzi, which ultimately led to his downfall.

Sunday World reports that Snani started missing gigs in 2024 and failed to fully commit to his role on Makhadzi's team, where he was contracted as a full-time, salary-earning employee:

"He would call in sick for work on the last hour, and the team had to make a plan."

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Ahead of her anticipated One-Woman Show scheduled for 20 and 21 December 2025, Makhadzi officially confirmed her DJ's firing, claiming that Snani did not prioritise his job and would often be unavailable for important gigs:

"Snani was sometimes unavailable or double-booked himself, knowing he is my full-time DJ."

In her statement on 13 August, the Number 1 hitmaker went on to say that firing her DJ was not easy, but it had to be done:

"It’s sad because he is like a brother to me, but I had to let him go. I take my work seriously. I respect my fans and the people who support me. And I try to show up on time, look good, and be professional. I need someone in my team who shows the same respect."

Snani reacted to his firing by promoting his services on his Facebook page on the day the news went public.

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He went on to claim that the music industry only cares about artists' popularity as opposed to their talent:

"It’s no longer about your skills or creativity; they need numbers these days. Get numbers and be well-known, then you'll get booked."

He follows Makhadzi's former backup dancer Rush Mabanana, who parted ways with the singer, claiming unfair treatment. Snani’s statements raise the question of whether they were an indirect jab at Makhadzi.

South Africa weighs in on DJ Snani and Makhadzi drama

Social media users sympathised with DJ Snani after losing his job:

Letlotlo Msimango said:

"Sorry, my DJ, something bigger will come along."

GagaLee Matsimela wrote:

"Hope you are well, chomi yaka."

SirTonic Tshepo Monyaki promised:

"Will try to hook you up where we can, bro."

Mokgotho MJ wrote:

"It's not all about good songs; only trending artists will get booked."

DjEmkay SA posted:

"This is why we have side hustles, we are tired of screaming at people for help because money will never be enough."

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SA celebs who fire team members

South African celebrities do not play when it comes to their jobs. Many celebs have reportedly parted ways with their longtime team members for various reasons. Briefly Award winner MaWhoo fired her sister, Noxolo Ngema, after a fallout over missed gigs and unapproved booking cancellations. The sisters later ironed out their differences and are now on good terms.

Limpopo singer Kharishma also showed her manager and fellow artist Mamsee Ribane the door due to allegations of financial misconduct and misappropriation of funds. The singer's manager confirmed the reports and revealed that Mamsee was under investigation.

Kelly Khumalo parted ways with her long-time manager, creative director, and designer, Kgothatso Tsotetsi, after allegedly discovering he was mismanaging her booking funds. Tsotetsi poured cold water on the allegations, claiming that he never stole from the Empini singer. The designer said he left Khumalo's camp to focus on his brand.

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Cassper Nyovest searches for young boy from Fill Up The Dome

In an earlier report, Briefly News shared Cassper Nyovest's plea to South Africans to help him find a young boy who attended his first concert.

The rapper's team shared a touching picture of the boy and his guardian and said they want to bring them along to his upcoming Fill Up Toyota Stadium concert.

Proofreading by Kelly Lippke, copy editor at Briefly.co.za.

Source: Briefly News