Mawhoo Parts Ways with Sister as Manager Following Family Conflict

The once-close bond between South African singing sensation Thandeka Nontobeko Ngema, popularly known as Mawhoo, and her sister Noxolo Ngema has unraveled, leading to the end of their professional partnership. The fallout has been making headlines, with sources revealing the sisters are no longer on speaking terms.

**End of a Professional Relationship**
Mawhoo, a rising star from KwaZulu-Natal, recently made headlines for building her new home. In the midst of this milestone, she has parted ways with her sister, Noxolo, who previously managed her career. The two were reportedly living together in an apartment in northern Johannesburg while Mawhoo’s new home was being completed.

A close friend shared with *ZiMoja* that tensions began brewing despite their initially strong relationship. “They got along well at first. Mawhoo has always been about empowering her family, and she trusted Noxolo to manage her bookings and other brand-related matters. But after a major disagreement, she asked Noxolo to move out of the apartment, and their working relationship also ended.”

The source added that the split is rooted in long-standing family issues. “They’re not on speaking terms now, and it’s deeper than just work—it’s tied to family drama.”

### **Managerial Issues and Rising Tensions**
According to insiders, Noxolo’s role as Mawhoo’s manager became problematic over time. She reportedly started missing important gigs and turning down opportunities that Mawhoo would have accepted. “That created a lot of tension,” said the source.

Compounding the situation was Noxolo’s own ambition to become a singer. Last year, she collaborated with Mawhoo, Visca, and DJ Maphorisa on the hit song *Impilo*. This dual role as manager and aspiring artist caused friction. “It’s tricky when your manager also wants to be a star. It sometimes felt like Noxolo was more focused on her own image than on managing Mawhoo’s brand, schedules, and contracts,” the insider explained.

Mawhoo fires sister as manager amid family drama

According to ZiMoja, sisters Thandeka Nontobeko Ngema, popularly known as Mawhoo, and Noxolo Ngema, once inseparable, have had a falling out that has ended their professional relationship. Mawhoo, a KwaZulu-Natal-born singing… pic.twitter.com/JbJYcDmtpZ

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### **Mawhoo’s Response to the Split**
Mawhoo confirmed the professional split in an interview with *ZiMoja*. She kept her statement brief, saying, “Unfortunately, we are no longer working together, but we are still family.” The star refrained from sharing details about the disagreement.

Noxolo, on the other hand, has remained silent, declining to comment on the matter.

**Family Ties Tested**
The fallout between Mawhoo and Noxolo highlights the challenges of mixing family and business. While the sisters once shared a strong bond and mutual support, their professional relationship seems to have strained their familial connection.

As Mawhoo continues to soar in her career, it remains to be seen whether the sisters will mend their personal relationship. For now, Mawhoo appears focused on her growing success, while Noxolo may be redirecting her energy toward her own artistic pursuits.

Despite the challenges, Mawhoo’s statement serves as a reminder of the complexities of family dynamics: “We are still family.”