Major League Djz Sued for Sh5.8 Million After Alleged Withdrawal From Mombasa Music Festival

Music lovers in Mombasa are facing uncertainty after South African Amapiano duo Major League Djz allegedly attempted to withdraw from “The Afters KE African Music Festival,” prompting a Sh5.8 million lawsuit from event organizers Filmex Travels Kenya Limited.

What was expected to be one of the biggest year-end shows—scheduled for December 13 at Old Town, Mombasa City—has now plunged into legal turmoil, casting doubt over whether the headline act will perform as advertised.

Signed Contract vs. Public Denial

According to court documents, Major League Djz and their associated companies—Major League Spaces PTY Ltd, Tshipe Project, and Balcony Mix Africa—posted on Instagram claiming they had never confirmed their participation, labelling the festival’s promotional materials as “false advertising.”

The announcement shocked fans and organizers alike, especially because:

• A signed performance contract was executed on October 28, 2025

• Filmex Travels had already paid a 50% deposit of Sh1.3 million on November 4

• A 90-minute performance was scheduled for 11 PM on December 13

Lawyer Elkana Mogaka, representing Filmex Travels, told the Mombasa Commercial Court that the sudden public disowning of the event threw the entire festival into disrepute.

Sh5.88 Million Claim and Apology Demand

Filmex Travels is seeking:

• Special damages of $45,473 (Sh5.88 million)

• A full-page public apology in two Kenyan newspapers

• A restraining order stopping Major League Djz from making further statements about the booking

The organizers argue that the social media withdrawal caused severe reputational damage and disrupted marketing efforts that had already been underway for weeks.

Court Certifies Case as Urgent

The Mombasa Commercial Court has certified the lawsuit as urgent, but has not yet issued a final decision—leaving many questions unanswered.

Fans are unsure whether:

• The festival will proceed as planned

• Major League Djz will perform

• Organizers will be forced to restructure or cancel the event

Growing Concerns in Kenya’s Live Music Scene

The dispute highlights broader challenges in Kenya’s fast-growing events industry. As international artists become central to major festivals, organizers and fans remain vulnerable to:

• Last-minute cancellations

• Contract disputes

• Cross-border miscommunication

• Public denials despite signed agreements

For now, the December 13 event hangs in the balance, with Mombasa fans watching closely to see whether this will be another cautionary tale—or a resolved misunderstanding.