South African rapper Emtee has issued a public apology to Cassper Nyovest, putting an end to years of rivalry in a sincere post on social media.
On X, Emtee addressed the celebrated rapper, expressing his regret for having disrespected him in the past.
“@casspernyovest I’m sorry for all the times I disrespected you. Thank you for all the deep conversations. I have nothing against you,” he wrote.
In his unexpected message, Emtee shared that he has long respected Cassper’s contributions, even mentioning that he owns his debut album.
“I bought your album Tsholofelo n still have it. I dont pose no threat. Thank you for paving the way for us.”
This apology represents a notable change in their relationship, as the two artists had previously been seen as adversaries during different moments in their careers.
Both artists rose to fame around the mid-2010s and significantly influenced the development of South African hip hop.
Cassper Nyovest’s Tsholofelo, which debuted in 2014, is considered a revolutionary project that solidified his status as a leading figure in the South African rap scene.
Meanwhile, Emtee has made significant achievements with his chart-topping singles and awarded projects, gaining a devoted following.
Though Cassper has not publicly acknowledged the apology yet, Emtee’s gesture is seen as a positive move towards reconciliation in the music industry.
@casspernyovest I’m sorry for all the times I disrespected you. Thank you for all the deep conversations. I have nothing against you. I bought your album tsholofelo n still have it. I dont pose no threat. Thank you for paving the way for us.
— Hustle (@emteerecords) February 11, 2026
