The South African music industry is once again caught in controversy after rising star MaWhoo publicly addressed explosive claims made by producer Tebogo G Mashego regarding her alleged relationship with Amapiano heavyweight DJ Maphorisa.
Mashego, best known for producing the hit Biri Marung, has been vocal in his ongoing feud with Maphorisa, accusing him of withholding royalties and exploiting artists. In one of his recent social media live streams on 23 September 2025, Mashego went further, dragging other artists into the drama—including MaWhoo.
According to Mashego, MaWhoo’s career success was not solely based on her talent but rather on a personal relationship with Maphorisa, whom fans affectionately call “Porry.” The controversial producer alleged that before MaWhoo became a nationwide sensation, she was romantically and sexually involved with Maphorisa.
“Before MaWhoo became a celebrity, she was Porry’s girlfriend. Porry and MaWhoo were sexually involved before she was a celebrity,” Mashego claimed during his live session.
This statement quickly ignited social media discussions, with many weighing in on the speculation. To add fuel to the fire, Piano Pulsehost Sfiso Ndlovu echoed similar claims on their podcast, pointing out that MaWhoo had been spotted driving a luxurious white Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon allegedly belonging to Maphorisa.
“MaWhoo is driving a white G-Wagon. That’s Porry’s money. I know Porry’s money when I see it,” Ndlovu said, suggesting that Maphorisa may have funded her lifestyle.
MaWhoo Responds
Not one to let the allegations linger, MaWhoo took to Facebook later that same day to firmly deny the rumours. In her post, she dismissed the claims as baseless, making it clear that she had never been romantically or sexually involved with Maphorisa—or anyone else in the entertainment industry.
“I’ve never dated or been ‘chowed’ by anyone in the industry,” she wrote.
Her statement was intended to put the matter to rest, but many social media users remained unconvinced. Some argued that her denial only raised more questions, while others outright accused her of lying.
Social Media Reactions
The online community responded with a flood of mixed reactions. Some commenters mocked her response, suggesting that she was being defensive. Others sided with Mashego, insisting they believed his version of events, especially given his history of working with industry insiders.
One user wrote: “Explaining yourself is an admission of guilt.” Another added: “I know Phori money when I see it.” Others continued to speculate that MaWhoo’s success could not have come without Maphorisa’s backing.
Despite the criticism, MaWhoo continues to maintain her innocence, emphasizing that her achievements are the result of hard work, collaborations with respected musicians such as Kabza De Small and Mthandeni SK, and her undeniable vocal talent.
A Feud That Keeps Growing
The broader feud between Mashego and Maphorisa remains unresolved. Mashego has repeatedly claimed that Maphorisa owes him millions in unpaid royalties for Biri Marung and has promised to continue exposing what he describes as the “dark side” of the music industry. Each of his rants seems to drag new names into the spotlight, and MaWhoo is just the latest casualty.
As the drama unfolds, one thing is certain: the public is watching closely. For now, MaWhoo has made her stance clear, but whether the rumours will fade or continue to follow her remains to be seen.
