Harare – The case against popular broadcaster DJ Ollah, who was accused of cyberbullying by musician MudiwaHood, has been dismissed by the State. The development comes after MudiwaHood unexpectedly withdrew his complaint moments before court proceedings commenced at the Harare Magistrates Court today.
The controversy began when DJ Ollah aired a podcast featuring rapper Holy Ten, who made defamatory allegations against MudiwaHood and others. In the podcast, Holy Ten claimed that MudiwaHood carried a gun and condoms to church. The statement sparked heated debate, with some questioning whether the podcast provided a fair platform or if it encouraged reckless name-dropping.
Holy Ten later retracted his claims, issuing an apology and attributing his remarks to the influence of alcohol. He further alleged that DJ Ollah had taken advantage of him during the interview. In response to the backlash, DJ Ollah issued an apology statement yesterday, acknowledging the sensitivity of the matter.
Despite MudiwaHood’s decision to withdraw the case, the State had already ruled that DJ Ollah had not violated any journalistic principles by allowing Holy Ten to express his views. The ruling emphasized that journalism must provide a balanced platform for individuals to share their perspectives without censorship.
The case has ignited public debate, with opinions divided over the ethical boundaries of podcasting and name-dropping in public discussions. While some argue that unverified claims should not be aired, others believe that media platforms should give all parties an equal opportunity to present their side of the story.
