## **The Rise and Fall of Mbatha**
The people of KwaMashu have opened their eyes to his lies. They no longer believe his empty promises or fall for his schemes. With their trust shattered, Mbatha has lost his ability to manipulate, and his lavish lifestyle has disappeared.
## **A Humbling Reality: From Power to Poverty**
Mbatha’s days of luxury are long gone. Once a feared and respected figure, he is now reduced to doing menial work to make ends meet. His new reality involves cutting grass for a living—a stark contrast to his previous life of comfort.
Not only is the work exhausting, but it also barely pays enough for him to survive. Even affording fuel for his grass trimmer is a struggle. The irony is undeniable: the man who once tricked people out of thousands of rands is now barely scraping by.
## **No One Is Willing to Help Him**
Mbatha’s downfall has left him completely alone. Those he once deceived have turned their backs on him. While he may now be facing true hardship, the people of KwaMashu have not forgotten his years of manipulation.
Despite his struggles, no one is willing to lend a helping hand. He is now experiencing the harsh reality of betrayal—only this time, he is the victim. The community that once fell for his tricks now watches his suffering with indifference.
## **The R15,000 Dilemma: A Promise He Cannot Keep**
Mbatha’s financial troubles have only worsened. In an attempt to regain some credibility, he promised a young boy a trip to Johannesburg for a music festival. However, he needs R15,000 to make it happen—a sum he can no longer acquire.
In the past, it would have been easy for him to manipulate people into giving him the money. Now, however, no one trusts him. His word holds no value, and people refuse to contribute to his cause.
With no way to fulfill his promise, Mbatha faces yet another failure, reinforcing just how far he has fallen.
## **Lessons in Karma: The End of an Era**
Mbatha’s downfall serves as a powerful lesson in karma. For years, he preyed on people’s faith and trust, using deception to secure his own wealth and power. But in the end, the truth caught up with him.
Now, he is alone, broke, and desperate. His once-powerful influence has vanished, leaving him without any allies or support. The man who once ruled KwaMashu with manipulation has been reduced to nothing. With no schemes left to run, Mbatha’s reign has come to an undeniable end.