South African Lekompo sensation Kharishma was hospitalised after a serious car crash early on Friday morning, 31 October 2025, at the intersection of Grobler and Magazyn Streets in Polokwane. One passenger died at the scene; the cause of the crash remains under investigation by the South African Police Service.
As news of the accident broke, social media filled with messages from fans expressing shock, support and speculation.
Fan reactions
- “We are praying for her safety. She has a child to raise.” — @XFactor079 Briefly
- “It looks like a 60 km/h zone with a hump close by … but the accident scene looks like it happened on the highway.” — @Pius_Ngobs Briefly
- “This industry and car accidents? They must hire professional drivers (if in this case there wasn’t one).” — @NnaKgabo_ Briefly
- “Nah, they’re sacrificing with people, these ones, no one can tell me otherwise. They always survive, but passengers always die.” — @Candle_Kerese Briefly
- “A speedy recovery to all who are injured in the accident, and condolences to those who died. My question is, what led to a fatal accident in that scene, because there are robots and a school next to it?” — @ZikhaliBandile Briefly
- “People drive like nonsense on that road, and they skip robots. RIP to the girl who passed away.” — @LadyM1306 Briefly
- “A ritual it was.” — @Mafa6232 Briefly
What fans are saying / concerns rising
- Shock and prayers: Many fans posted prayers and well-wishes for Kharishma’s recovery, showing how deeply connected her supporters feel.
- Anger and frustration at road conditions/behaviour: Comments reflect concern not only for the artist but also about road safety, the specific intersection, and driving behaviour in that area.
- Speculation and rumours: Some tweets reflect suspicion (“ritual”, “sacrificing”) rather than fact-based commentary, showing the way tragic events often give rise to conspiracy-style reactions on social media.
- Calls for safety awareness: Several fans used the accident as a wake-up call for the music & transport industry to adopt safer travel practices, especially for high-profile artists.
Background & context
The incident isn’t the first crash involving Kharishma — in August 2024 she was reported to have survived a crash near Sedikela Filling Station on the R37 in Limpopo. Her rapid rise in the Lekompo genre means she commands a devoted fan-base that is now anxious and attentive.
Next steps
- Authorities are investigating the crash to determine cause and liability. (SAPS has not yet released full details.)
- Many fans are awaiting updates on Kharishma’s condition and the identity of the deceased passenger.
- The moment presents an opportunity to highlight road-safety protocols for artists and their teams when travelling, particularly in early-morning hours.
