Indeed, Musa Khawula appears to be enjoying a stroke of luck! The well-known figure has recently been released from prison and quickly managed to secure a hosting position.
On Friday, 17 October 2025, Khawula shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account his excitement about hosting the South African Social Media Awards (SASMAs 2025) red carpet, teaming up with content creator PD Jokes.
He showcased the event flyer shortly after receiving criticism for his remarks regarding comedian Mpho Popps’ child.
Check out the post below:
you comin’?!
xo xo,
gossip girl, pic.twitter.com/G913DRHxz4— Musa Khawula (@Musa_Khawula) October 17, 2025
Public Reactions to Musa Khawula’s New Role
Following the announcement that he will host the SASMAs red carpet this year, Khawula’s supporters quickly took to the comments to share their thoughts. Here are some of the responses:
@engryblvck remarked:
“With Musa being there, people better watch what they wear and who they bring. The resulting stories will be exciting.”
@majoyana31 commented:
“It’s going to be fun, our gossip girl is ready to entertain us.”
@Ziyakhala01 shared:
“Someone asked me who Musa is in the photo, and I said the one who looks like a lady, that’s Musa. I mentioned that’s why he’s called XO XO gal. They were shocked.”
@MoMotswanaK expressed:
“What will you wear as a host? Your outfit choices worry us. That black shirt better not return!”
@lorrenzom tweeted:
“And Musa will be giving them a hard time judging.”
@pdjokes stated:
“The combos are talking. I can’t wait to enjoy this experience with you.”
@hismisus noted:
“I’m thrilled for you, chomi; you finally secured a job.”
Overview of the SASMAs
The Social Media Awards recognize brands, influencers, and digital tools. It stands out as the premier award for social media personalities, offering numerous categories. While many awards exist for social media and marketing efforts, none are as specifically dedicated to honoring the contributions of social media figures like the South African Social Media Award (#SASMA).
Social media hosts diverse content produced for various reasons, which engage numerous followers. The Social Media Awards celebrate leading campaigns, individuals, and digital tools across this space. They welcome entrants from anyone involved in social media content creation, be it casual users or industry professionals.
