South African singer Mlindo The Vocalist has opened up about a shocking betrayal by his former manager, Nyiko, leaving fans and fellow artists stunned. In a recent viral video shared on social media, Mlindo revealed that Nyiko scammed him by using Mlindo’s own money to buy a bus, and then rented it back to him for weekend performances—without his knowledge.
The “AmaBlesser” hitmaker detailed the story in an emotional interview, explaining how he was misled by someone he once trusted with his finances and career. According to Mlindo, Nyiko had full control over his bookings and payments during their working relationship. It was during this time that Nyiko secretly purchased a bus using funds earned from Mlindo’s gigs—only to later charge Mlindo to use it for transport to his own shows.
“You know that there was a time the broer bought a bus, and then I had to rent it again just to use it for my own performances. I had no idea until my mind knew something was definitely off about this,” Mlindo explained in disbelief. The story quickly sparked heated reactions across social media platforms.
Some users expressed sympathy and outrage, slamming Nyiko’s actions as a clear case of exploitation and fraud, while others controversially defended the manager’s actions as “just business.” The divide has opened up a broader conversation about the lack of transparency and accountability in artist-manager relationships in the South African music industry.
Adding to the conversation, celebrities like Kelly Khumalo and Kharishma have also made headlines in recent months after parting ways with their managers due to allegations of financial misconduct, suggesting a troubling trend.
Many fans and insiders are now calling for better education and legal protection for artists, especially young and emerging talents, who often lack the tools to fully understand contracts and financial agreements in the early stages of their careers.
Mlindo’s story is a sobering reminder of how quickly trust can be abused in an industry built on partnerships. While he has since moved on from the ordeal, his experience sheds light on the critical need for transparency, honesty, and proper financial management in the music business.
Mlindo’s manager Nyiko secretly bought himself a bus through his money, and rented it to Mlindo for weekend gigs. 😳😳😳
This is how he got caught…😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/DPZUtmAec9
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