South African media figure Lerato Kganyago was in the spotlight over the weekend following reports that her spouse, Thami Ndala, has been directed by the Johannesburg High Court to leave a luxury residence in Northcliff.
This ruling pertains to the Hillel Villa and Spa, located at 14 Hillel Avenue, which Ndala had leased and transformed into a hotel and spa.
According to court documents mentioned by Daily Sun on 7 March 2026, “The first respondent is ejected from the immovable property situated in 14 Hillel Avenue, Northcliff, Johannesburg.”
The decision further prohibits Ndala and his business from intimidating any individuals connected to the applicant or workers involved in securing the property and grants the Sheriff the authority to take appropriate measures to carry out the eviction.
The property was acquired by Urban Mountain director Feizal Esposito Lorgat for R4.5 million on 19 April 2021 and then leased to Ndala’s company for R28,000 monthly starting on 17 August 2021.
The conflict emerged as Ndala developed the property, leading to legal disputes regarding ownership and tenancy rights.
<pIn the past, Ndala and Kganyago gained public attention when videos showcasing Kganyago celebrating the opening and development of the hotel and spa made their rounds on social media.
This court ruling effectively displaces Ndala and his business from the property, adding another chapter to the ongoing legal matters concerning the Northcliff luxury estate.
