Barely a year after rumors of a fallout first surfaced, Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa, popularly known as Scorpion Kings, have officially unfollowed each other on Instagram, sparking fresh speculation about the state of their relationship.
Rumored Rift Between Kabza and Maphorisa
The duo, once considered one of the most formidable forces in Amapiano, made headlines in 2024 amid rumors that their friendship had soured.
At the time, it was alleged that Kabza De Small was unhappy with DJ Maphorisa’s Instagram Live sessions, where he frequently boasted about being the one who introduced Kabza to the industry. This reportedly caused tension between them, despite their history of working together on hit tracks and albums.
DJ Maphorisa’s Public Response
In March 2024, DJ Maphorisa responded to questions from fans regarding Kabza De Small’s whereabouts. His response, however, was seen as dismissive, fueling speculation that their partnership had ended.
“Don’t you know he has his own house? He bought a house and has his studio. Am I supposed to be living for Kabza? Are you crazy?” Maphorisa said during a live session.
Kabza De Small Denies Fallout Claims
Despite the circulating rumors, Kabza De Small took to Instagram last year to deny any bad blood between them.
“You guys are crazy. What would I be fighting with Phori for? He is my friend. I don’t know where you got this news. You guys want us to fight?” he posted.
At the time, his statement seemed to dismiss any idea of a rift, but recent events suggest otherwise.
Signs of Trouble: Unfollowing and Cryptic Posts
Fast forward to 2025, and the duo has now officially unfollowed each other on Instagram. Fans were quick to notice the move, and the speculation of a fallout has intensified.
To add fuel to the fire, Kabza De Small has been sharing cryptic social media posts seemingly about being disrespected.
“Being too nice invites a lot of disrespect,” Kabza posted shortly after unfollowing Maphorisa.
Deleted Photos and Solo Careers
A closer look at their Instagram accounts reveals another major change.
- DJ Maphorisa has deleted all his photos with Kabza De Small from his Instagram account.
- Kabza De Small has also removed most of his photos with DJ Maphorisa, leaving only a few.
This move suggests that the Scorpion Kings era may be coming to an end.
Separate Bookings and Solo Performances
Another sign of their growing separation is how they are handling bookings and performances.
- DJ Maphorisa is now operating under Blaqboy Music.
- Kabza De Small is focusing on his Piano Hub record label.
Unlike before, when they performed together, the two are now taking separate bookings and performing solo.
Kabza De Small’s New Focus
Kabza De Small appears to be channeling his energy into expanding his Piano Hub record label.
- Several new tracks have been uploaded to Piano Hub’s website since 2024.
- Kabza has been performing alone, focusing on his brand and building his independent music empire.
What’s Next for the Scorpion Kings?
With both artists now seemingly on different paths, it remains unclear whether the Scorpion Kings will ever reunite.
While neither Kabza De Small nor DJ Maphorisa has officially addressed the recent unfollowing and deleted photos, the signs suggest that their musical partnership may be over—at least for now.
Will They Reunite?
In the music industry, friendships and collaborations can be complicated, but they can also be repaired.
Fans will have to wait and see whether the duo will reconcile or if this marks the official end of the Scorpion Kings.
For now, both artists are moving forward separately, each focusing on their own brand and careers.
