The discord between Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma and Ntsiki Mazwai has intensified, transforming from a heated exchange on social media to a potential legal confrontation. The former radio personality ignited controversy with her serious, albeit unverified, allegations against the well-known poet, raising questions about whether she crossed a line.
On Saturday, 9 May 2026, the situation escalated after Mazwai reacted to a video in which Ngobese-Zuma criticized police actions regarding warrantless building raids. The original commentator referred to Jacinta as “blonde,” while Ntsiki took a different approach, suggesting that Ngobese-Zuma used her eloquence and tonal qualities to sway her audience:
“They think good English is intelligence. And she also knows how to play with emotions using the tone of her voice. I’m a performance artist… so I can recognise it a mile away.”
Ngobese-Zuma, refusing to back down, delivered a stern reply along with serious accusations. In a post that created a stir, she remarked:
“@ntsikimazwai, you’re just pressed ’cause we found your fav powder when we raided the building.”
Ntsiki quickly responded with a demand for the post’s removal, warning that if her allegations were not substantiated, she would pursue legal action:
“This is defamation of character. Your failure to take down this post will result in me pursuing legal action. Unless you can prove these allegations, then I guess we will meet in court.”
Despite Ntsiki blocking her rival on social media and continuing to express her disapproval of the March and March movement, Ngobese-Zuma remained resolute, stating, “She must bring it on.”
See Ntsiki Mazwai and Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma’s posts below.
What transpired between Ntsiki Mazwai and Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma?
The conflict originates from Jacinta’s contentious views on anti-illegal foreigner policies.
In late 2025, Ntsiki voiced concerns that the related protests were becoming dangerously violent, fearing that they would “end badly” for those partaking.
Although she initially commended Jacinta as a “powerful woman,” the fragile truce has collapsed, giving way to a volatile exchange that may result in a legal clash.
Currently, opinions on social media are sharply divided, with some supporters asserting Jacinta’s bold methods are crucial, while others, like Ntsiki, argue that her approach may provoke unnecessary violence and that making personal accusations undermines her activist credibility.
