DJ Maphorisa Calls Out Divisions in SA Hip-Hop
Award-winning producer DJ Maphorisa has sparked a lively debate after speaking out about the state of South African hip hop.
The hitmaker shared his thoughts on X, calling for unity among rappers and urging them to move away from division.
His message quickly caught attention and drew strong reactions from both fans and artistes.
Among those who agreed was singer Moonchild Sanelly, who said Maphorisa is in the best position to bring people together and push the culture forward.
Still, the conversation revealed deep differences.
Some fans believe hip hop lost direction when artistes leaned too much into American sounds. They pointed to Khuli Chana and group Morafe as reminders of the genre’s earlier identity.
Others pushed back, saying competition has always shaped hip hop and should not be seen as a problem.
Even with mixed views, one idea stood out. Many agreed that more collaboration could help rebuild the genre and restore its place in the spotlight.
