The child star who played Mampho on Rhythm City was granted a protection order against music executive Nhlamulo “Nota” Baloyi on Tuesday
Bulelwa Hoala

South African actress and singer Itumeleng Bokaba announced on Tuesday, 16 July 2025 that she has been granted a protection order and issued a suspended warrant of arrest against music executive Nota Baloyi.
The former Rhythm City star posted an update on her Instagram account and shared a picture of herself flanked by her lawyers.
“Today, the court granted my protection order and issued a warrant of arrest, suspended, but ready to activate if the order is violated. . Now I’m protected by more than just my voice, I’m protected by the law,” wrote Bokaba.
Standing in solidarity with other victims, Bokaba added: “To every woman fighting to be heard: I see you. I am you. And I’m standing for us. Thank you God, thank you ancestors, thank you to every soul that stood by me when I couldn’t stand on my own.”
In a separate video posted on Thursday, 17 July, Bokaba took the time to address social media trolls who have been bullying her regarding the rape accusations she levelled against Nota in 2024.
“I want to take a moment to speak a little bit otherwise I’m done addressing bullying, I’m moving on with the next chapter of my life,” wrote Bokaba.
Watch the video below:
Rape charges against Nota Baloyi
In July 2024, Bokaba publicly accused Baloyi of rape and filed a formal case at the Douglasdale Police Station.
Baloyi denied the allegations and obtained a protection order against Bokaba, claiming their encounter was consensual.
He later turned himself in at Randburg Police Station and was released on R5000 bail after appearing in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court.
On 14 February 2025 Bokaba announced she was withdrawing the charges, saying she needed to focus on a new career opportunity.
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