Another Blow for Kelly Khumalo: Singer Dropped From Another Gig Amid Murder Trial
Once again, award-winning singer Kelly Khumalo finds herself at the center of a storm as she faces another gig cancellation, this time from the highly anticipated Maseru Jazz Festival. The decision to remove Khumalo from the all-star line-up comes amidst the ongoing Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, which has kept her name in the headlines and under public scrutiny.
The tragic event that shook the nation occurred on 26 October 2014 when Senzo Meyiwa, former Bafana Bafana captain, was killed at Kelly Khumalo’s home. Since then, Khumalo has faced numerous challenges in both her personal life and career, with the murder trial casting a long shadow over her professional opportunities.
In a statement released by the Maseru Jazz Festival management, they acknowledged the comments circulating on social media about Kelly Khumalo and the sensitive nature of the ongoing court proceedings. While affirming the principle of “innocent until proven guilty,” they made the difficult decision to relieve her of the obligation to perform at their festival. This move aims to safeguard the integrity of the festival and to address the concerns raised by the public.
The Maseru Jazz Festival, scheduled for 24 September 2023 at the Maseru Park in Mafikeng, North West, promises to be a spectacular event celebrating music and culture. However, Kelly Khumalo’s absence from the line-up has left fans disappointed, as they were eager to witness her captivating performance.
The recent developments have intensified public interest in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, as new details emerge from the testimony of Colonel Lambertus Steyn, a cellphone data analyst and State witness. Steyn’s revelation that Fisokuhle Ntuli, one of the accused murderers, made two calls to Kelly Khumalo in August and October 2014 has sparked renewed speculations about her connection to the case.
Fisokuhle Ntuli, a known hitman linked to six murders in KwaZulu-Natal, was sentenced to six life terms and 39 years in January 2022. During cross-examination, Steyn informed the court that the number attributed to Ntuli was not registered under his name according to RICA regulations, adding another layer of complexity to the investigation.
As the trial continues, Kelly Khumalo’s professional life faces continuous challenges due to her alleged involvement in the murder case. Her removal from the Maseru Jazz Festival is another blow to her career, leaving many to wonder about her future in the music industry.
While Kelly Khumalo remains innocent until proven guilty, the dark cloud of suspicion and the ongoing trial are taking their toll on her career and personal life. As the nation awaits further developments, the truth behind the tragic events of October 2014 remains elusive, leaving many questions unanswered.