The Amapiano community is rallying behind its king. Following explosive reports that Kabza De Small (Kabelo Motha) is facing legal action over alleged unpaid rent and “fraudulent” proof-of-payment (POP) slips, Mr JazziQ has broken the silence to defend his colleague’s reputation.
The Allegations: A R250,000 Legal Battle
The controversy began when Johannesburg landlord Abel Dlamini initiated High Court proceedings against the Abalele hitmaker. According to legal documents, Kabza De Small is accused of:
- Defaulting on Rent: Allegedly failing to pay rent from September to December 2025 for a luxury property, with monthly rates reportedly reaching R95,000.
- Fake Proof of Payment: The landlord claims Kabza submitted EFT receipts for R50,000 and R110,000 that never reflected in the account, leading to potential criminal fraud charges.
- Total Debt: The landlord is demanding over R250,000 in arrears plus the January 2026 rent.
Mr JazziQ Steps In
In a show of industry solidarity, Mr JazziQ took to social media and public platforms to shut down the narrative. Reframing the situation, JazziQ suggested that the claims are a smear campaign against a man who has revolutionized the South African music industry.
JazziQ hinted that the public often targets successful artists to “bring them down,” reminding fans of Kabza’s immense contribution to the culture. Sources close to the camp suggest the dispute may stem from a misunderstanding involving a third-party estate agent rather than intentional evasion.
The Counter-Argument: A Logistics Mix-up?
While the landlord remains firm, associates of Kabza De Small have countered that the rent was handled through an agency and that the move to a different unit within the same building caused administrative confusion. They claim the clamping of vehicles at the property was an intimidation tactic used by the landlord during the dispute.
