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Grammy-winning South African DJ and producer Black Coffee has emerged victorious in a significant legal battle against Maserati South Africa. Reports from August 27, 2026, indicate that the Johannesburg High Court ordered Maserati to repay R7 million to Black Coffee’s company, Soulistic Music.
The dispute centered around an undelivered customized luxury vehicle, leading to an escalation in the legal proceedings. In addition to the R7 million repayment, Maserati was also ordered to pay 10.5% annual interest and cover legal costs. A Johannesburg High Court writ further authorized the sheriff to attach and sell the luxury carmaker’s movable property to recover the owed amount, which exceeded R7.7 million.
Key Players Involved
- DJ Black Coffee (Nkosinathi Maphumulo): Grammy-winning artist and owner of Soulistic Music, the company that won the legal case.
- Maserati South Africa: The luxury car manufacturer ordered to repay funds due to an undelivered vehicle.
- Johannesburg High Court: Issued the ruling in favor of Soulistic Music.
Event Timeline
- Prior to August 27, 2026: Legal dispute between Soulistic Music and Maserati South Africa regarding an undelivered custom vehicle.
- August 27, 2026: Reports confirm the Johannesburg High Court’s ruling, ordering Maserati to repay R7 million plus interest and costs.
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