So, last month was all about one name in the South African entertainment world: Skomota! Initially renowned for his viral dance moves, he’s now making headlines for a whole other reason—his brand-spanking-new Mercedes-Benz V-Class. You might have heard the buzz when his management team dropped the news, followed by some jaw-dropping photos of this snazzy ride. And of course, our local petrolheads couldn’t help but give it a nod of approval.
What’s got everyone talking, though, is the little twist of confusion surrounding the car. In this whirlwind of posts, it seemed like a local company was actually the one driving Skomota around, sparking all sorts of rumors about whether the man himself even owned the sleek machine or if it was merely a strategic partnership. His management has kept mum on the subject, leaving many fans scratching their heads and connecting the dots like some sort of automotive detective.
To set the stage, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class carries a rather hefty starting price of around R1.4 million in South Africa. However, depending on the model, trim, and manufacture year, that price can skyrocket! So, if Skomota truly is the proud owner, he’ll be rubbing shoulders with some of the country’s most well-known faces—think Lady Du, Mihlali Ndamae, DJ Tira, and Big Zulu—all of whom have their own prized German beasts.
Just when people thought they understood the situation, social media shifted dramatically when user @KingMntungwa posted a video of Skomota’s car being loaded onto a truck. Speculation erupted: Was the car impounded or did it break down? The caption, “Skomota’s car is gone,” sent fans into a frenzy, generating thousands of comments, including claims that the bank had repossessed it.
Some users had a field day dissecting the situation. One user, @Tsagatido, remarked bluntly, “The results of a manager that’s there to capitalize from your talent and not make you expand your profits in other avenues.” And then you had @azania1023 chiming in with, “He’s probably broke, and they are taking it for fixing.” It certainly opened a can of worms!
For those who don’t know, Skomota hit the big time this year after winning the lottery, and his dances cemented him even more in the limelight. He’s been rolling in gigs, and it appears he’s been doing quite well for himself. Rumors have it he rakes in about R545,000 a month, and he’s reportedly costing about R90,000 for appearances—figures his management hasn’t formally confirmed.
Regardless of the ownership drama, one thing’s for sure: Skomota has become a household name, and whether he’s getting around in a flashy Merc or renting an Uber, he’s got everyone talking. We’d love to see how this unfolds and if he clears the air on the whole car situation. For now, though, it seems like the ride will continue to be just as thrilling as his dance moves! Stay tuned!
