The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has added a statutory rape charge against potty -mouthed lekompo artist Paul Madubanyana, popularly known as Tsaka RSA, over allegations that he had sex with a minor.
The NPA has also added a charge of failing to store a firearm in a safe, bringing the total number of charges against the 27-year-old musician to four.
The tearaway artist was told of the addition of the two more charges when he appeared in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Monday 19 October.
Madubanyana is expected to return to the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, 21 October, for a formal bail application following his arrest over the alleged possession of a prohibited firearm and ammunition.
The charges have reportedly increased from two to four, with the possibility of further charges being added when he returns to court.
The controversial social media yob appeared in court after his arrest at Rethabile Gardens in Polokwane on Friday during an intelligence-driven operation involving Limpopo police units and private security investigators.
According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), officers were executing an arrest warrant linked to a crimen injuria case opened at Lebowakgomo police station in 2025.
The case stems from allegations that Madubanyana posted vulgar and insulting remarks about a popular radio DJ on social media.
Police said the case docket was referred to the Director of Public Prosecutions, who directed that the suspect be arrested.
During the operation, officers allegedly found a 9mm Norinco pistol with its serial number filed off, along with 80 rounds of live ammunition.
A separate case involving the alleged possession of a prohibited firearm and ammunition is being investigated at Westernburg police station.
Madubanyana is expected to formally apply for bail when he returns to court on Wednesday, as the prosecution pursues the charges against him.
