Gospel star Rebecca Malope offended by people insulting her because of Bushiri
Gospel legend Rebecca Malope has spoken out strongly against recent rumours claiming she visited controversial Malawian pastor Shepherd Bushiri during the Easter period.
The speculation was sparked after images and videos surfaced online, suggesting she may have been present at Bushiri’s church following MK Party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu’s visit on Easter Friday, a visit that has since drawn political backlash.
However, Rebecca has firmly denied any connection to the fugitive preacher’s congregation, saying the assumptions are false and deeply hurtful.
Clarifying her side of the story, she explained that her last known encounter with Bushiri was completely unrelated to any religious gathering.
“Two years ago, I had a concert in Malawi and was booked by a promoter, not at the church,” she told TshisaLIVE.
“When he entered, I heard the crowd make a lot of noise and they said it’s Bushiri. I had heard that he’s a big fan so when I was on stage I saw him sitting in front, and I could not ignore someone who came to my concert to support me, and I thanked him for his support. I was even amazed that he was there.”
The singer, who was scheduled to perform at Carnival City this Easter, emphasized that she has never set foot in Bushiri’s church in South Africa or in Malawi, despite being invited “many times.”
She added, “I don’t even know what it looks like. He’s invited me so many times but I always have my own excuse because I know where I stand with God.”
The online buzz has unfortunately led to a wave of harsh criticism and insults directed at her, something she says has taken a toll.
“I believe in the true living God. People must stop insulting me now. I don’t even know Bushiri. He’s invited me many times. If it was for money for what I do, I would have been to his churches many times.”
“I feel so hurt that they can go to an extent of insulting me. I don’t care about people lying, but they must just not insult me,” she said.
