By: Natasha Archary

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has withdrawn all charges against rapper and TV presenter, Molemo Katlego Maarohanye, also known as Jub Jub.
In a statement, the NPA said the decision follows careful consideration of the police case docket, the prosecutor’s report and recommedations, coupled with information that was made available to prosecuting authority through representations submitted by the defence to the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
“The office of the DPP concluded that there are no reasonable prospects of a successful prosecution. As a result, the sensible thing to do was to withdraw the charges of rape, attempted murder and assault against Maarohanye.
The charges emanated from a complainant and Maarohanye’s ex-girlfriend, who laid a rape charge in February 2022 against him, alleging that the offences occured between 2006 and 2009.
After speaking out on social media, three other women came forward with similar allegations. Subsequently, a warrant of arrest was issued and Maarohanye handed himself to the authorities and appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court, where he was released on a R10 000 bail.”
Jub Jub was facing 14 charges, including 13 counts for rape, attempted murder, indecent assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and kidnapping.
Following the charges against him being dropped, Jub Jub who maintained his innocence throughout the case, expressed his gratitude to his legal team and praised God for his mercy and grace over the past year.
“I would like to express my deep gratitude to my legal team for their unwavering commitment to justice and truth.
This verdict brings a sense of relief and vindication not only to me but also all those who supported me.
The outpouring of support has been truly touching, and I am grateful for it.”
Jub Jub responds to the rape and attempted murder charges against him being dropped.



