Author and social commentator Jackie Phamotse has sparked widespread discussion after raising concerns on social media about the deaths of several staff members at the University of South Africa (UNISA). Also see: Jackie Phamotse calls out Somizi over viral Nonhle Thema video Her posts questioned the circumstances surrounding the reported deaths and called for greater […]
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Author and social commentator Jackie Phamotse has weighed in on the growing backlash surrounding a viral video of media personality Somizi Mhlongo, which many social media users interpreted as him imitating television personality Nonhle Thema. Also see: Jackie Phamotse urges celebrity ‘authors’ to strive for excellence – ‘Respect the reader and their money’ The conversation erupted […]
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South African author and outspoken social commentator Jackie Phamotse landed at the centre of online controversy after a comment she made on X ignited widespread debate around African parenting, consent and gender-based violence. The viral exchange began after a social media user questioned how some African parents appear emotionally distant from each other despite having […]
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South Africans are no strangers to uncomfortable conversations, especially when they touch on class, labour, and life behind closed doors. This week, those tensions came sharply into focus after Jackie Phamotse shared controversial views about domestic workers that quickly set social media alight. A comment that struck a nerve Phamotse raised eyebrows when she warned […]
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Inside South Africa’s Slay Queen Scene: More Than Just Glamour You’ve seen the posts on TikTok, Instagram, and local chatter, women flaunting designer heels, luxury handbags, and lifestyles that seem larger than life. In South Africa, these women are known as slay queens, a term that has sparked fascination, admiration, and controversy alike. Now, Showmax […]
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The accusation that lit the spark Author Jackie Phamotse stunned social media when she accused socialite Cindy Makhathini of sliding into her husband’s DMs. Jackie suggested that Cindy had crossed a line, hinting at inappropriate messages. The accusation immediately set tongues wagging, drawing attention to both women and sparking debate about respect, privacy, and proof. […]
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Author, businesswoman and social activist, Jackie Phamotse has recently penned an open letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa expressing her concerns following the president’s recent statement about a simplified visa process for Nigerian visitors. Jackie, renowned for her controversial book Bare, recently took to social media platforms to share her anxieties in an open letter addressed […]
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The renowned South African television presenter, and businesswoman, Basetsana Khumalo together with her husband Romeo Khumalo have recently obtained a second and final protection order against author Jackie Phamotse at the Randburg Magistrate’s Court. The protection order they obtained restrains Jackie from engaging in or attempting to harass the Kumalos for the next five years. […]
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Renowned author Jackie Phamotse has offered celebrity authors some valuable lessons when it comes to the standard of their content. In a lengthy post on Instagram, Jackie who has successfully built her reputation as an award-winning writer, expressed her frustration at how celebrities who have ventured into writing their books are producing content that lacks […]
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One thing about controversial author Jackie Phamotse is that she will stop at nothing to continue to expose the alleged crimes of mzansi’s most-loved public figures and politicians as her new book is set to give readers ‘more tea.’ Earlier this year, the author was found guilty after a 6-year legal battle with power couple […]
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Award-winning book author Jacqueline Phamotse is ready to travel the country and meet some of her most devoted fans. The year started out quite miserably for Jackie after she was sentenced to two years of house arrest earlier this year following a case in which businesswoman Basetsana Kumalo and her husband Romeo took legal action […]
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Despite being ordered by the court to remain homebound, the controversial author Jackie Phamotse is proving that she can continue making a living for herself from the comfort of her couch. This comes after the news and entertainment publication The Citizen recently reported that Jackie, who is also a philanthropist and inspirational speaker, is set to […]
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