A new wave of debates is igniting South African social media surrounding the case involving 20-year-old Lerato Molwelang and the alleged operator Ivo Suzee, linked to platforms such as African Audition or African Casting.
According to a source cited as Advo Barry Roux—a well-known online media figure recognized for his sharp and often controversial takes—the facts differ significantly from the dominant narrative presented by the alleged victim:
“Ivo Suzee paid Lerato Molwelang a 5k deposit before signing the contract, he explained everything & she agreed, he paid the 5k balance. She’s one in 30+ South African girls, They were plugging each other. The police won’t do anything because there is a contract in black & white.”
This comment suggests the existence of a written agreement and informed consent from the young woman, involving a total payment of 10,000 rands (approximately 5,000 rands deposit + 5,000 rands balance). It frames the matter as a mutually consensual transaction between adults, where participants reportedly recommended (“plugged”) each other, rather than as exploitation or deception.
However, this version starkly contrasts with Lerato Molwelang’s public statements. In a video released in mid-January 2026, the young woman claims she was lured by a false opportunity for a modeling casting. According to her, she never signed a valid contract nor gave genuine consent for the recording and distribution of explicit content. She denounces manipulation through false promises and is considering legal action.
The case has gained significant traction on social media and online media outlets, where Ivo Suzee is accused of using deceptive advertisements to attract young South African women (and potentially from other African countries) to “auditions” that turn into productions of adult content, later monetized online. South African authorities have issued warnings about such practices, which may violate the Cybercrimes Act and the Films and Publications Act.
The debate remains deeply polarized: on one side, those who support the exploitation narrative and call for a thorough investigation; on the other, those who argue that a clear contract and completed payments fundamentally alter the nature of the agreement.
As of today, Ivo Suzee has not issued any public response to the allegations. The South African police have not officially communicated about opening a specific investigation into this case, although general reports of similar scams have been circulating for several months.
This story raises broader questions about consent, online scams disguised as professional opportunities, and the challenges of enforcing the law in an area where the lines between consensual content and exploitation can sometimes become blurred.
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