- South African radio figure DJ Sbu has responded to allegations raised during the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry
- The DJ was reportedly named alongside TK Nciza as significant beneficiaries in contested EMPD transactions
- Kemi Behari, former Head of Legal Services, implicated both Sbu and Nciza, leading to strong reactions from the Radio 2000 host
Sbu Leope, widely known as DJ Sbu, has addressed the claims brought forth at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.
During the proceedings, DJ Sbu and his associate TK Nciza were identified as major beneficiaries in the disputed EMPD transactions, as stated by Kemi Behari, the former Head of Legal Services.
DJ Sbu addresses allegations from Madlanga Commission
In the wake of the inquiry held on 9 February 2026, DJ Sbu publicly rejected the allegations, describing them as defamatory. Behari’s statements regarding both him and politician TK Nciza have drawn considerable attention.
“The only people we can call now are TK Nciza and Sbu Leope because they are the ones to whom the evidence is pointing as benefiting from this entire thing,” Behari stated.
In a statement that circulated via his social media, DJ Sbu refuted the claims, asserting that if his reputation suffers as a result of these accusations, he may seek legal remedies.
“These allegations, which attempt to implicate myself and businessman Thembinkosi TK Nciza, are entirely false, defamatory, and without any factual basis. I categorically deny any involvement in wrongdoing, misconduct, or unethical activity of any kind,” Sbu remarked.
He emphasized that throughout his professional journey, he has adhered to legal standards and that the accusations serve to distract from other matters.
“Let me be clear: I have not participated in any illegal activity. I have not benefited from any improper conduct. I have not influenced any legal or administrative processes unlawfully. I have not colluded with any individual or institution inappropriately,” he elaborated.
Public reactions to DJ Sbu’s statement
Here are some comments from social media users:
@dramadelinquent suggested:
“Just go clear your name at the commission, then.”
@KrugerAFRIKA stated:
“The correct response is simple: Present the facts. Follow due process. Let evidence, not personalities, speak. Anything else is not justice; it is theatre. And South Africa can no longer afford theatre.”
@Lovergurl390 opined:
“Bhuti Sbu, please submit an affidavit to the Madlanga Commission and clear your name. Also, nowhere in your statement do you deny these allegations made against you. Saying it’s false is not denying. Your statement should read, I have never benefited. Tell us your truth!!”
