Dr Lindelani Mkhize denies financial misconduct allegations

Dr Lindelani Mkhize has denied allegations of financial misconduct linked to Joyous Celebration amid a board dispute within the music group. Recent reports claimed that Mkhize, a director and founding member of the group, was involved in misconduct related to its finances and governance. According toTimesLive, Joyous Celebration co-directors have accused Mkhize of multiple financial irregularities.

“Dr Mkhize categorically rejects any suggestion of improper or unlawful conduct,” the statement read. The statement said Mkhize has never had access to the company’s bank account. “Dr Mkhize has never transacted on the company’s bank account nor exercised control over payments.” According to the statement, governance tensions intensified in December 2021, when some members expressed an intention to exit the group. Dr Mkhize said that after written confirmation was received in March 2022, he supported a separation process, provided the group’s finances were independently valued and fully disclosed.