All South Africans have the constitutional right to privacy, no matter who you are. But the Moti Group and myself have been the target of a smear campaign by amaBhungane’s journalists, who have published false, one-sided narratives, and shared private information like banking details as if this is somehow in the “public’s interest”. To all the youngsters and fellow entrepreneurs out there, never be afraid to defend your rights as individuals.
As soon as you become successful, there will always be someone looking to tear you down. I stood quiet for far too long, but I’ve realised that it’s important to stand up against bullies – no matter how much they try to gaslight you and others.