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Gogo Maweni, whose real name is Makgotso Lee-Anne Makopo, was reportedly arrested on January 19, 2025, and was set to appear in court on January 20, 2025, facing charges of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and being linked to five murder cases.
The news of her arrest has sparked significant discussion on social media and in the news, with various sources confirming these details. The charges stem from incidents dating back between 2020 and 2024, and it was reported that she was detained at Mondeor SAPS before her court appearance where bail was to be opposed.
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This arrest follows a public feud with another sangoma, Gogo Skhotheni, who had previously accused Maweni of being involved in murder cases. The feud between Gogo Skhotheni and Gogo Maweni has been widely publicized and has taken several contentious turns over the years. Here are the key details of their feud:
Origin of the Feud:
- The conflict reportedly started when Gogo Skhotheni accused Gogo Maweni of copying her idea for a luck-bringing soap. This accusation led to Gogo Maweni responding with harsh words on social media, escalating tensions between them.
Personal Attacks:
- Gogo Maweni made several personal attacks against Gogo Skhotheni, including comments about her physical appearance and her use of traditional rituals, specifically suggesting Skhotheni was using her children in rituals called “ukuthwala.”
- Skhotheni hit back by accusing Maweni of wearing fake Gucci and questioning her ownership of luxury cars. She also retaliated by alleging that Maweni’s husband, Sabelo Mgube, was gay and had been seen kissing another man at Constitutional Hill.
Family and Children Involved:
- The feud escalated when Gogo Maweni allegedly made remarks about Skhotheni’s late son, Monde Junior Shange, who was ill and later passed away. Skhotheni publicly forgave Maweni if she had any involvement in her son’s death, showing a desire to move past the conflict.
- Maweni was accused of preparing a spell on a casket similar to that of Skhotheni’s late son, which was seen as crossing a line by many observers.
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Legal and Alleged Criminal Accusations:
- Gogo Skhotheni accused Maweni of having two murder cases against her, sharing case numbers and daring Maweni to take legal action if Skhotheni was lying.
- On January 19, 2025, Gogo Maweni was reportedly arrested for assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and was being investigated for five murder cases, which came shortly after Skhotheni’s public accusations.
Public Apologies and Reconciliation:
- There have been moments where both parties have attempted to reconcile. Skhotheni apologized for her comments on Maweni’s looks on her podcast, “Venting,” and expressed forgiveness regarding her son’s death.
- They went live on TikTok to publicly state they had resolved their issues offline, emphasizing that the foundation of their conflict was based on lies, and they were now on civil terms.
Public Perception and Social Media:
- The feud has been a hot topic on social media, with various users expressing disbelief, disapproval, and sometimes amusement at escalating the conflict. Comedian Thandile Ntombela even created a parody video, humorously depicting how the feud might have gone down with “spiritual powers.”
The ongoing saga between these two sangomas has been marked by intense personal attacks, public apologies, legal threats, and now, allegations of criminal activity, capturing the attention of South African entertainment followers.
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