Arthur Mafokate receives funding from the government
Arthur Mafokate has sparked public backlash after his marketing company, Roadshow Marketing received approval for R1.8 million in funding from the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture.
The announcement, made by Minister Gayton McKenzie as part of the Mzansi Golden Economy (MGE) initiative, has reignited criticism surrounding Mafokate’s previous legal troubles.
Legendary Kwaito artist and founder of 999 Records revealed that the funding was acquired through proper channels.
“We applied through the official department MGE process, met all the stipulated requirements, and were approved on merit.”
However, the public is outraged and the frustration stems from Mafokate’s history, including allegations that he benefited from a National Lotteries Commission grant under questionable circumstances.
Although never convicted, he was previously implicated in fund mismanagement, with the Special Investigating Unit reportedly attaching some of his assets during the probe.
A source familiar with the situation told Sunday World, “We must not forget that Mafokate was previously implicated in the misappropriation of funds, and his assets were even attached by the Special Investigating Unit. Yet here we are, seeing his company once again positioned to receive millions. How does this happen when so many deserving and emerging artists are struggling for support?”