Nota Baloyi appears in court after prison release! Nhlamulo “Nota” Baloyi, the controversial music manager and self-proclaimed cultural commentator, made headlines this week after appearing in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court following his release from Johannesburg Prison, commonly referred to as Sun City.
His appearance was tied to a family court matter regarding a protection order filed against him by actress Itumeleng Bokaba.
Legal Complications
Nota’s release on Monday came under correctional supervision after serving nearly 20 days of a 60-day sentence imposed by the Johannesburg High Court. The sentence stemmed from a defamation case brought against him by rapper Ntokozo Mdluli, better known as K.O, following allegations Nota made on social media.
In addition to the defamation case, Nota is embroiled in a legal battle with Bokaba, who has accused him of rape and filed a protection order prohibiting him from discussing her on social media. During his recent court appearance, Nota requested that his attorney examine a video he believes could suggest Bokaba violated the protection order.
“It’s a very costly exercise, but hopefully, it will be done soon. I was in prison and therefore could not reply or file my affidavits in time,” Nota explained, adding that the court granted him an extension to submit the necessary documents by December 30.
The matter is set to be heard on January 26, with indexing submissions due on January 21.
Reflections on Prison Life
Following his release, Nota took to social media to recount his time behind bars, painting an unconventional picture of his experience. He described how he adjusted to prison life and even found ways to trade basic items like soap for services such as ironing clothes.
“When you’re in prison, you think you might be raped. Fortunately, that didn’t happen to me,” Nota said, shedding light on the harsh realities of incarceration. He also joked about his dietary choices, claiming to have “converted to Judaism” to benefit from the kosher menu, which he deemed superior to standard prison meals.
“There’s no supper in jail. You get porridge for breakfast and five slices of bread after the nonsense they give us prisoners for lunch. Fortunately for me, the kosher menu has rice and better-quality protein than that of the Christians and pork, unlike halaal,” he said.
Life Behind Bars
Nota detailed the routines and dynamics of prison life, sharing how he bonded with fellow inmates, including “serial killers, mass murderers, rapists, scammers, fraudsters, and all manner of deplorable characters.”
He humorously referred to himself as the “biggest rock star” among them.
“Inside, I had my meals brought to me, my clothes ironed every morning from the day I arrived, and a bed waiting for me until my release,” he boasted. Despite the grim setting, Nota expressed nostalgia for the camaraderie he found with his fellow inmates, referring to them as his “brothers back inside Monster’s Inc.”
Adjusting to Freedom
Since his release, Nota remains under house detention with high-risk supervision until January 2025. Despite this, he continues to vocalize his experiences and opinions, showcasing a mix of humor and defiance.
Reflecting on his time in prison, Nota shared, “As nice as it is to be out, I miss my brothers back inside Monster’s Inc, watching SABC news from the prison cell, seeing our lovers, mothers, wives, and sisters taking to the streets because the men who are supposed to protect them are locked down for 18 hours, eating a meal a day.”
Looking Ahead
With multiple legal battles still looming, including the protection order matter and ongoing defamation fallout, Nota’s court appearances are far from over. His next court date for the defamation case is February 26, while his family court matter with Bokaba is set to resume in late January.
For now, the controversial figure appears to be navigating his legal troubles and public image with a mix of resilience and characteristic bravado.
-TL
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