Veteran South African actor Rapulana Seiphemo, best known for his iconic role as Tau Mogale on Generations: The Legacy, has become the subject of intense social media scrutiny. The “Tau” star began trending after an anonymous woman publicly alleged that he has failed to support their nine-year-old son for nearly a decade.
The Allegations: “I Can No Longer Keep Quiet”
The controversy erupted when a popular Instagram gossip blog shared a screenshot of a direct message reportedly sent by the mother. In the message, she claims Seiphemo has been absent from the child’s life since he was just a few months old.
“I have a kid with Rapulana Seiphemo, and he’s 9 years old,” the woman claimed. “He’s not supporting since he was months [old]; he left and never bothered supporting his own son.”
Mounting Financial Pressure
According to the woman, the decision to go public was driven by desperation. She cited the rising costs of private upbringing as the primary reason for breaking her silence, stating:
- Medical Bills: She claims to be handling all healthcare costs alone.
- School Fees: The burden of education has reportedly fallen solely on her.
- Financial Neglect: She alleges a total lack of financial contribution from the actor since infancy.
Public Reaction and Silence
The post has divided South African social media. While many users are calling for the actor to take accountability and undergo a DNA test, others are urging caution, noting that these claims are currently one-sided and unverified.
As of this report, Rapulana Seiphemo has not issued a formal statement or addressed the viral claims on his social media platforms.
