Cape Town — Management for the internationally recognised dancer, choreographer and musician known as Limpopo Boy says an intimate video of the performer was shared online without his permission and is being treated as a criminal violation.
Privacy breach described as "unauthorised and malicious"
The statement, issued on behalf of Robert Matome Thoka — widely known by his stage name Limpopo Boy — said the footage was "obtained and distributed without his permission" and that its circulation constitutes a "serious violation of privacy and a criminal matter," according to the statement reported by media outlets.
“This content was stolen without consent and shared entirely without authorisation. This is a serious violation of privacy and a criminal matter.”
According to reports, the footage initially appeared on Facebook Stories under an account named Limpopo Boy RSA and was subsequently shared more widely across social media platforms. The material reportedly shows the performer in a private setting with a woman and contains sexually explicit content that his management says was never intended for public distribution.
Career at stake and reach of the performer
Limpopo Boy has built a national and international profile. The source material notes he has performed at major South African events including the Global Citizen Festival and the South African Music Awards, and has appeared on stages such as the South African State Theatre’s Show Your Talent in 2016.
He has worked with a number of well-known South African artists and has taken his dance and teaching abroad. Media reports list the performer’s social media followings as follows:
| Platform | Followers |
|---|---|
| 4.1 million | |
| 1.1 million | |
| TikTok | 2 million |
What the statement and reports say — and what they do not
Management’s statement, as carried in media reports, frames the circulation as unauthorised and malicious but does not set out the next legal steps in detail. The report does not include an official police reference number or confirm whether a docket has been opened at any SAPS station. It also does not provide details about how the footage was obtained before appearing on social media.
For now, the known facts reported are:
- The footage showed Limpopo Boy in a private setting and was sexually explicit, according to the management statement.
- It first appeared on a Facebook Stories account called Limpopo Boy RSA and then spread across platforms.
- Management has called the incident a violation of privacy and a criminal matter.
Context: privacy, reputation and legal remedies
Unauthorised distribution of intimate images can constitute a number of offences under South African law, including crimen injuria and provisions under the Film and Publications Act and the Cybercrimes Act where distribution involves electronic communications. Remedies may include reporting the incident to SAPS, obtaining a preservation order, or pursuing civil action for damages and interdicts to prevent further sharing.
The report does not confirm whether such steps have been taken yet in this case. It also does not indicate whether the account that first posted the footage has been verified as belonging to the performer or to a third party.
Local impact and audience response
The performer’s large online following means the footage circulated rapidly, according to the coverage. For artists and public figures from Limpopo and elsewhere, such incidents can have immediate reputational effects and long-term consequences for bookings, endorsements and international work.
Communities in Limpopo often rally around local talent, but they also expect accountability when privacy is breached. Management’s public condemnation signals an intent to challenge the distribution publicly and, potentially, through legal channels.
As the matter develops, those concerned with online safety and privacy are reminded to preserve evidence (screenshots, links and timestamps) and to report incidents to SAPS and the relevant social-media platforms. Legal advice can assist in obtaining interdicts to halt further distribution.
This report is based on media coverage of the management statement and publicly reported details. No additional claims about investigative steps or new statements have been made available at the time of publication.
