Cyan Boujee and Manager's Conflict Intensifies with Assault Allegation and Legal Threats

In a saga that's shaking the foundations of the entertainment industry, social media influencer Honour Zuma, known professionally as Cyan Boujee, is embroiled in a bitter conflict with her former manager, Lerato Malete. The dispute has now reached a critical juncture following an alleged assault incident in Mbombela, Mpumalanga. According to Malete's accusations, Boujee has not only failed to attend scheduled events but also engaged in physical confrontation, prompting him to open an assault case with the local police.

Malete, 33, has portrayed the 22-year-old DJ as a 'broke bully' failing to make good on a series of performances from the previous year. Boujee has fiercely countered these accusations, categorically denying financial woes. Instead, she alleges, Malete was involved in underhanded activities, including misappropriating funds and forcing her into uncomfortable situations with older men.

The tumultuous relationship between Boujee and Malete, which started with promise upon a meeting at The Real Housewives of Johannesburg's launch, deteriorated less than a year into their professional partnership. Malete now contends that early warning signs portended the eventual fallout, with Boujee allegedly neglecting her professional obligations and exposing event promoters to financial losses.

In an unprecedented move, Boujee took her claims public, utilizing her vast social media presence to castigate her former manager. She aired her grievances, including accusations of theft and exploitation, while supporting her statements with purported evidence – a WhatsApp conversation excerpt implicating Malete in unprofessional conduct.

Malete recounts Boujee's failure to fulfill over 50 performance agreements, highlighting an episode where he was compelled to leave her in Cape Town as she failed to attend two arranged shows. He describes instances of Boujee's unreliable behavior, including her unexplained absences and an occasion where he discovered her asleep when she was due to perform.

The financial implications of her alleged actions have severe consequences. De Branch, a club in Dennilton, Mpumalanga, has already issued a demand letter for the reimbursement of R15,000 for an unattended gig, inclusive of accommodation, venue, and transportation costs. A similar situation unfolded with podcaster and sangoma Patricia Motsoeng, for which Boujee provided a peculiar explanation on her YouTube account, citing personal bereavement.

The situation has escalated to legal threats, with Malete mentioning other promoters considering litigation over unreturned booking fees. A voice note obtained by the press reveals Boujee discouraging further pursuit of the matter, indicating the funds were allocated elsewhere, a point of contention given Malete's role in managing these financial transactions. Malete, however, insists that responsibility lies with Boujee, emphasizing his effort to hold her accountable.

This high-profile conflict raises important questions about the responsibilities and ethics of talent management, trustworthiness in professional relationships, and the consequences of failing to meet contractual obligations within the entertainment sector. As legal proceedings loom, the industry watches closely for the resolution of this dramatic feud, with potential repercussions for future influencer and management partnerships.