Comedian and reality TV star Mongezi “Tol Ass Mo” Mahlangu is at the center of a heated controversy after his apology to celebrity sangoma Gogo Skhotheni was rejected. The drama began following Mahlangu’s remarks on a recent Podcast and Chill with MacG episode, where he commented on traditional healers using muti during pregnancy. Skhotheni and her husband, Monde Shange, took offense, interpreting Mahlangu’s comments as suggesting that her spiritual practices might have contributed to the death of their son, Monde Junior, in September 2024. The young boy tragically passed away in the ICU.
Despite issuing an apology, Mahlangu’s attempt to mend the situation was met with disdain. Skhotheni rejected his apology, accusing him of speaking with malicious intent. In a TikTok post, she expressed her frustration, stating that he should have apologized immediately after the interview if he truly meant it. She further criticized Mahlangu for consistently making hurtful remarks and only apologizing when called out. Her husband, Monde, echoed her sentiments on Instagram, condemning Mahlangu’s comments as disrespectful and ignorant, particularly regarding the loss of their child.
Mahlangu’s apology, which he described as sincere, fell short in the eyes of Skhotheni and her supporters. He admitted that in the heat of the moment, he spoke without fully understanding the pain of losing a child. However, just a day after his apology, Mahlangu took to social media again, defending his remarks and reiterating that he was speaking the truth. He warned women about the dangers of using muti during pregnancy, further escalating the tension. Mahlangu claimed that his direct message to Skhotheni on WhatsApp was met with insults, which only deepened the rift between them.
The situation has sparked a wave of online debate, with many siding with Skhotheni and her husband, condemning Mahlangu for his insensitivity. Mahlangu’s insistence on “speaking the truth” despite the backlash has left fans divided, with some criticizing him for not taking full accountability. The ongoing feud highlights the complexity of navigating sensitive topics in public forums, especially when it involves deeply personal losses and cultural practices.
