World-renowned South African musician Nkosinathi “Black Coffee” Maphumulo is the latest Mzansi celebrity to land up in trouble with the taxman.

According to legal papers submitted by the award-winning record producer at the Johannesburg High Court recently, the 44-year-old, who is known for his sold-out shows across South Africa and internationally, may owe the SA Revenue Service (SARS) millions of rands.

The paper reports that Black Coffe owes SARS R40 Million for being in arrears income tax, but negotiated to pay R8 million after he made a representation on his present financial position and inability to comply with R40 million assessment.

He also said he had reached an agreement with SARS to dispose of his immovable properties to generate funds to pay the R8 million, specifically to avoid the attachment of his properties. 

Maphumulo’s statement read: “Considering the nature of his business, it is impossible to predict or state his average monthly income due to the fact that it fluctuates substantially as a result of not only market forces, but also the seasonality of the industry.” 

When the media approached SARS for comments this week, spokesperson Siphithi Sibeko said this was a private matter between the revenue service and a taxpayer. 

“As Sars, we are prohibited to disclose or comment on taxpayers’ confidentiality,” he said.

Black Coffee’s representative, Kagiso Dinaka, declined to comment on the tax matters. 

The DJ is also set to sell some of his properties to pay for his debt Black Coffee and Enhle Mbali  recently had tongues wagging after it was reported that Mbali demanded R4 million, for her legal fees as their divorce drama continues.

Clearly there are more problems that he is currently facing in his personal life.

It’s been almost four months since Thando Thabethe resigned at 5FM, but she has refused to rule out the possibility of returning back to radio. The star left the station due to contractual issues, and recently told Drum  that she had to leave for her own peace of mind.

“It’s unfortunate how things turned out. I needed to do it for myself, and I am very proud of myself for it.”

Thando said her first love is acting, and that will be the focus of her career going forward. However, she won’t rule out the possibility of her returning to the airwaves, but maybe in a different form.

Fans have been calling for Thando to return to the airwaves, and she has constantly thanked fans for their support.

“I think radio is changing with the times. Podcasts seem to be the way forward. They afford listeners what Netflix offers viewers, namely on-demand consumption of content. Would I go back to radio? Never say never.”

Thank YOU my beautiful ❤️ https://t.co/k9Zk4633Co

— Thando Thabooty (@Thando_Thabethe) June 25, 2020

Thando took to Twitter in April to open up about her 5FM exit, claiming  she had tried to negotiate a pay increase and some leave in her contract renewal, but later heard  her popular afternoon drive-time show would no longer be aired as it allegedly did not fit into the SABC’s two to five-year plan.

Thando and the SABC allegedly had several back and forths before she decided to resign.

According to the recent episodne of YouTube podcast PopCast, which features Scoop Makhathini, Ms Cosmo, PH and DJ Speedsta, Cassper confirmed that the boxing match will see the light of day on his Saturday Metro FM show.

This is what the social media streets have been waiting for and are are still unstable about, no one is quite sure who will win just yet. After fans learnt that they may finally get the boxing match they’ve been SBWL’ing since AKA toyed with the idea on TL. Cassper finally agreed to entertain the match and Mzansi can’t wait.

“We need to meet in the ring. That’s all I want. It’s too late for apologies,” Cass said on Speedsta’s show.

Now, there aren’t many details available currently except to say that the match is allegedly set for some time later this year.

But, of course, this has not stopped the pair from preparing the fans from placing their bets and psyching themselves up for the big fight.

Cassper took to Twitter to post the announcement and share his excitement, totally singing a different tune to the one he was shouting at the top of his lungs just a few weeks back when AKA hurled insults at his entire family while trying to taunt him into accepting the fight.

The rapper is getting himself some mental training.

“Boxing is such an amazing form of art. The history and the stories are inspiring. True championship shit!!! I have so much respect for people who do this for a living. I’ve been introduced to a new world and I’m inspired,” he said.

Yoh!!!! Im sooooo fucking excited!!!!

— R.M Phoolo (@casspernyovest) June 21, 2020

Everything coming together so well. The good and the bad working hand in hand. God's plan.

— R.M Phoolo (@casspernyovest) June 21, 2020

AKA had previously said that he and Cass stood to make millions (each) from the fight and he’s finally got what he wanted.

So what is he doing now that the match is at that “on your marks, get ready …” stage?

AKA’s BEEN mentally ready for the fight, so he’s getting his physical training in!

Who are you putting your money on?

SA-born actress Nomzamo Mbatha will join some of the world’s biggest stars as a presenter at the BET Awards this coming Monday.

The star, who is based in the US, confirmed the good news in a social media post on Thursday.

Nomzamo will be the international presenter at the awards show, with comedian and actress Amanda Seales as the awards’ main host.

She joins the star-studded list of celebs who will make an appearance at the awards, including La La Anthony, Lizzo, Michael B Jordan, Naomi Campbell, Omari Hardwick, Quavo, Quincy Jones, Regina Hall, Samuel L Jackson, Viola Davis and Whoopi Goldberg.

IT’S OFFICIAL 🏆 #BETAwards2020

We ready! @BET @BET_Africa @BET_UK pic.twitter.com/yGQLb2D2hU

— Nomzamo Mbatha (@NomzamoMbatha) June 25, 2020

Nomzamo presented at the 2017 awards and shared a message of what it meant for her to participate.

The star won’t be the only South African at the awards. SA Tsonga rapper Sho Madjozi is nominated in the Best International Act category. If she wins, it will be her second BET Award in two years.

“I am in tears … After winning for best Newcomer last year, I have now been nominated for Best International Act at the #BETAwards2020,” Sho said of the nomination.

She is nominated among some of the biggest names in Africa including Nigerian act Burna Boy and Congolese singer-songwriter Innoss’B.

Zimbabwean songstress Sha Sha is nominated in the Viewers Choice Best New International Act category.

Taking to Twitter, Nasty C sent social media into meltdown mode after releasing his new fire single Eazy.  The rapper put his stans on the new fire track he dropped, giving them something to get down to while living life under social distancing standards. 

GANG!!!!!! EAZY IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR STREAMING EVERYWHERE!! LINK IN MY BIO #nastycEAZY #ZMWSP https://t.co/CnOpc2B16L pic.twitter.com/6tRCYDjezu

— EAZY OUT EVERYWHERE (@Nasty_CSA) June 11, 2020

Nasty C, who’s known for always being consistent with his music, got the hip-hop giants KwestaDaKAR and Stogie T giving him props for the new fire single.

Every real spitter always has atleast ONE moment is a song that speaks to it. Can’t help it. It has to be done. Xavi don’t wanna embarrass nobody, he just turning and you in the way. 🔥

— STOGIE T (@TumiMolekane) June 12, 2020

Twitters hip hop community gave Nasty a major nod and couldn’t get over the bars he was spitting.

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Tv and radio personal Anele Mdoda is said to be returning on the judging panel for the 2020 Miss SA pageant.

Mdoda was part of the panel that crowned Zozibini Tunzi last year before she was named Miss Universe.

“It’s never about the judges; it is the belief the young women have in themselves. We just serve as a springboard. The crown finds the contestant while she is looking for it,” Mdoda said

“I have always looked for authenticity and a strong sense of self. You can see it almost immediately when you meet a contestant.

“Zozi walked in and shook all our hands, with a little dip as she greeted, manners from home. It’s who she is – solid and authentic – and she remained like that from the beginning and through all the rounds until she took both crowns.

“When you are authentic, you do not need to remember who you said you are.”

This years Miss SA received more than 2,500 entries for the pageant – a record number for the organisation.

The judges will select 35 contestants in the next coming days to participate in the virtual interview rounds. After that the top 16 will be announced.

“We are not looking for the next Zozi. We want the first you. Be true to yourself,” Mdoda said.

“During the judging processes, I have seen a lot of entrants going through all the news channels and reading every newspaper because there is fear that we as judges want to catch them out. We don’t.”

CEO of the Miss South Africa Organisation Stephanie Weil added: “We are delighted with the number of entries received and the excitement surrounding this year’s pageant, which is reflected in those record numbers. We are also thrilled with the quality of entrants and believe that the judges are going to have a hard time choosing 16 semifinalists.”

The 94.7 presenter will be joined by former Miss SA winners Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala (2010), Liesl Laurie (2015) and Adè van Heerden (2017).

Pearl Thusi got the TL talking after her recent comments on Twitter.

The QueenSono star who’s been vocal about the recent protests in America over the killing of George Floyd, shared how she would not limit herself to borders that were drawn by colonisers.

Taking to Twitter, Pearl wrote, “Killing African nationals that reside in SA is something I will never defend. Defending borders drawn by colonisers will never be something I limit myself with.”

Killing African nationals that reside in South Africa is something I will never defend.

Defending borders drawn by colonizers will never be something I limit myself with.#IAMANAFRICAN 🌍❤️✊🏿

— #QueenSono (@PearlThusi) June 7, 2020

While many defended her, others believed Pearl was coming from a place of “privilege” and “incited violence”.

They also claimed that foreigners brought crime to the country, and spawned the hashtag #PearlThusiMustFall.

Weighing in on the battle between her fans and critics online, Pearl said she was not afraid of hashtags, name-calling and personal attacks.

I am not afraid… Of hashtags, name calling, personal attacks…

It’s a waste of time with me. I will always stand by my word.

Love… P ❤️

— #QueenSono (@PearlThusi) June 7, 2020

On previous tweets, Pearl said she was learning not to let voices that criticise her reduce her value or opinion and self-worth.

In a recent Instagram Live, Babes Wodumo spoke about the pressures of black tax and constantly being judged by society. In the 12 minute long live video, Durban socialite Tha Simelane chats to the singer who looked and sounded inebriated. 

At the start of the video, Babes, who is with her friend, is seen playing with her breasts in front of the camera. A shocked, Simelane covers his mouth in dismay before starting the chat with Babes. 

During the conversation, the two chat about things like the pressures of black tax and all the other things she has become responsible for in her household; her music career and other artists and always being judged by people for being intoxicated.

She revealed that she had to build her family a house and said that she hates how people “don’t understand what she had to go through” and the only thing they know is to judge her. 

Then things took a turn and she started to cry. 

Simelane goes on to tell the “Wololo” star that he “loves her and that she mustn’t die”. 

He said that she must pray that “God doesn’t kill her”.

When the live session ends, Simelane says to his viewers: “She won’t change. Babes won’t change. I watched her use cocaine in front of so many people. She won’t change.”

Watch the live video bellow:

Strength to Babes Wodumo 😔 😢 😭 💔 pic.twitter.com/IzHVsq5iXP

— Man’s NOT Barry Roux  (@AdvoBarryRoux) June 5, 2020

Bongekile denied all accusations of taking any narcotics.