In the midst of ongoing legal proceedings regarding the Senzo Meyiwa case, songstress Kelly Khumalo faces yet another setback in her career. This time, the Maseru Park Jazz Festival has decided to put her performance on hold, joining a growing list of event organizers taking similar actions.
The news came to light through a press release issued by the Maseru Park Jazz Festival management. In the statement, they acknowledged the comments circulating on social media about Kelly Khumalo’s involvement in the Senzo Meyiwa trial and expressed their respect for the legal processes involved.
The management stated that their decision to relieve Kelly Khumalo of the obligation to perform at their Jazz Festival was made in the best interest of the event. While they understand that everyone is innocent until proven guilty, they opted to exercise caution and prioritize the festival’s reputation and public perception.
This is not the first time Kelly Khumalo has faced such a situation. In a previous article, we reported on another promoter dropping her due to the ongoing controversy surrounding the Senzo Meyiwa case. It seems that these legal proceedings have had significant repercussions on her career, leading to a series of disappointments for the renowned performer.
The decision by Maseru Park Jazz Festival management to put Kelly Khumalo’s performance on hold adds yet another chapter to her challenging journey amid the Senzo Meyiwa trial. This will be one of the many cancellation she will be experiencing as a result of the bomb shell allegations.