Cyan Boujee
Cyan Boujee | |
|---|---|
| Born | Honour Zuma 25 August 2001 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Other name | Sesi Cyan |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2021–present |
| Musical career | |
| Genre | Amapiano |
| Instruments | Piano |
Honour Zuma (born 25 August 2001) known professionally as Cyan Boujee, is a South African influencer, DJ and dancer. She is best known for her viral videos on YouTube and TikTok. She was the ambassador of the Fashion Nova curve clothing brand. She was involved in the Alabuga Start programme that targeted young South African women aged 18 to 22 in 2025.
Career
[edit]Zuma began building a social media presence through lifestyle, beauty[1] and fashion–related content.[2][3] She has worked with Fashion Nova Curve clothing brand as a brand ambassador and has shared skincare routines, food recipes and vlog–style videos on her social media platforms. She refers to some of her recipe content as "boujee bowls".[4] In 2023, she went viral, after Prince Kaybee linked her sex tape and she stated that the video was shot when she was 19.[5] The same year she joined the "ceiling trend", a social media viral trend and suddenly break the internet with millions of views.[6] In 2024, Zuma became one of the most googled people on the internet from South Africa where she was listed the second person.[7] She is a full time club and events Disc jockey.[8]
In 2025, Zuma faced controversy after travelling to Russia to promote the Alabuga Start programme.[9] The programme later came over allegations of misleading recruitment and human trafficking which South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) warned them.[10][11] She later deleted her promotional content and said she had not fully researched the programme before participating.[12] She made a viral dance challenge titled "Tobetsa 3.0", making it her official signature dance.[13] In November, she performance at Grace Mondlana Year End Party event hosted by Grace Mondlana, which went viral on social media platforms.[14][15]
Personal life
[edit]Relationships
[edit]In 2022, Zuma was dating a Nigerian musician Bamzy Riches and opened a case against him for assaulting her.[16] In May, she faked a pregnancy to blackmail Kagiso Lerutla and later issued a statement denying of attempting to fake any pregnancy:
"Me and my baby daddy (Bamzy riches) did have a baby planned and we did get pregnant but unfortunately, we lost our baby earlier this year".[17]
In 2023, a private sexual video involving Zuma and Prince Kaybee was leaked online.[18] On Podcast and Chill with MacG, she stated the video was recorded when she was 19 at Kaybee’s request and alleged the leak was intentional after he did not respond to her messages.[19] Kaybee publicly denied a personal connection with her at the time.[20] In early 2026, online claimed Zuma was pregnanted by DJ Maphorisa and would take an 8 month break from gigs, but denied the claims stating she had no plans for pregnancy and was focusing on her career.[21][22]
Legal issues
[edit]In June 2023, Zuma was arrested for stealing a phone.[23][24] She was later released from the policy custody after allegedly stealing the phone, an iPhone 13.[25][26]
In April 2026, a viral posts on X alleged that the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) had expanded its Ekurhuleni investigation to include the assets of Zuma, and other celebrities includes MaWhoo and Sithelo Shozi.[27] The SIU described the claims as "fake news".[28]
Public image
[edit]Online controversies
[edit]Alabuga Start program
[edit]In August 2025, Zuma faced significant public backlash after uploading promotional content to her Instagram account for the Russian "Alabuga Start" program.[29][30] The social media campaign targeted young South African women aged 18 to 22, enticing them with promises of free flights, housing and high paying jobs in Russia.[31][32] The program quickly drew warnings from the South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) and international law enforcement agencies like Interpol.[33][34] Investigative reports revealed that the recruitment drive was a front for human trafficking and exploitative labor, alleging that the recruited young women were forced into manufacturing Geran-2 military drones for the Russian invasion of Ukraine under prison-like conditions.[35]
Following the controversy, Zuma deleted the promotional videos and issued a public apology to her followers.[36][37] She stated that she did not support "human trafficking" and characterized the incident as a major "learning curve".[38] She later claimed she had noticed several personal "red flags" during the deal, asserting that she secretly left Russia without her hosts' knowledge after experiencing hospitality issues and professional misconduct.[39] Her TikTok account with other social media influencers were permanently banned.[40][41][42]
Fraud and corruption
[edit]In April 2026, Zuma attracted significant public attention after sharing visuals of a luxury property valued between R9.5 million and R10 million, located in Midstream Ridge Estate, Centurion.[43][44] The high valuation of the property led to widespread public debate regarding the sources of her income,[45] following the high profile arrest of Kagiso Lerutla, the City Manager of the City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality,[46][47] who faced criminal charges related to fraud, corruption and financial misconduct stemming from municipal forensic investigations.[48] Her all bank accounts were frozen and she later deactivated her Instagram and TikTok account.[49][50]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Awkward Dates | Herself | Episode 11 |
| 2025 | Drink or Tell the Truth | Herself | Episode 22 |
References
[edit]- ↑ Miller, Sergio (2025-05-16). "Cyan Boujee competition winner complains about ugly wig". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Vollmer, Bernelee (2025-02-24). "Cyan Boujee unveils the tempting trap of cosmetic surgery after her latest makeover". IOL. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Njemla, Dideka (2024-01-18). "Cyan Boujee purchases new stylish wheels". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Mazibuko, Thobile (2024-06-14). "Meet the young South African fashion and beauty content creators making a noise in the industry". Cape Times. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Lesemane, Lineo (2023-08-11). "'I've never been this broken' − Cyan Boujee says as Prince Kaybee responds to sex tape allegations". The Citizen. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Kandi, Privie (2023-11-13). "Cyan Boujee Breaks the Internet After Joining Ceiling Challenge, SA Reacts "That BBL Can't Jiggle"". Briefly. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Ramalepe, Phumi (2024-01-11). "What we know about Cyan Boujee, one of SA's most googled people". News24. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Davechand, Chiraag (2025-11-28). "Cyan Boujee DJ Video Backlash in South Africa". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Ngcobo, Khanyisile (2025-08-27). "South African influencer Cyan Boujee apologises over viral Russian job videos". BBC. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Francke, Robin-Lee (2025-08-26). "How Russian job scams exploit South African women amid rising unemployment". IOL. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Kamko, Aphiwe (2025-09-11). "'I lost dignity'- Cyan Boujee on the Russia scam programme". News24. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Mphande, Joy (2025-08-26). "'It wasn't for money' — Cyan Boujee apologises for promoting Russian job scheme". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Sibiya, Sibongumenzi (2025-12-25). "TikTok's official Songs of Summer 2025!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2026-08-31.
- ↑ Makhura, Kamogelo (2026-11-10). "Inside Grace Mondlana's star-studded year-end party: highlights and celebrity moments". IOL. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Kamko, Aphiwe (2025-11-10). "A look inside Grace Mondlana's star-studded year-end party". News24. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
- ↑ Madibogo, Julia (2023-06-30). "Cyan Boujee walks free after court dropped case of theft". Sunday World. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Katlego, Sekhu (2022-05-23). "Cyan Boujee opens up about losing her baby and denies extortion allegations". KAYA 959. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ Ngcobo, Nokuthula (2023-08-15). "Cyan Boujee: 'Prince Kaybee demanded to shoot viral leaked video'". The South African. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ Lesemane, Lineo (2023-08-11). "'I've never been this broken' − Cyan Boujee says as Prince Kaybee responds to sex tape allegations". The Citizen. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ Darangwa, Shingai (2023-08-08). "Cyan Boujee accuses Prince Kaybee of leaking her explicit sex tape online". IOL. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ Mukotekwa, Leeroy (2023-05-20). "'I like him now' Cyan Boujee opens up on DJ Maphorisa's alleged relationship". The South African. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ Simelane, Nomonde (2024-10-30). "'They actually make sense together' Cyan Boujee and Dj Maphorisa spark dating rumours". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ Magagula, Nompumelelo (2026-08-06). "Inno Morolong and Cyan Boujee too well connected to face the law for repeated offences?". News24. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Madibogo, Julia (2023-06-30). "Cyan Boujee walks free after court dropped case of theft". Sunday World. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Ngcobo, Nokuthula (2023-07-02). "Controversial influencer Cyan Boujee's theft case withdrawn". The South African. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Archary, Natasha (2023-07-01). "Cyan Boujee reportedly arrested and released for alleged iPhone theft". KAYA 959. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Selisho, Kaunda (2026-04-23). "SIU shuts down viral rumour claiming luxury influencers are being investigated". The Citizen. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Zuma, Mbalenhle (2026-04-23). "SIU dismisses 'fake news' claims of expanded probe into Lerutla case targeting influencers". Sunday World. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Jones, Mayeni (2025-08-25). "Cyan Boujee apology: Honour Zuma apologize for Alabuga program Russia promotion afta South Africa warning". BBC News Pidgin. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ "South Africa Warns Women About Viral Russian Job Scams". Africa Defense Forum. 2025-10-07. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ "South Africa Warns Women About Viral Russian Job Scams". Africa Defense Forum. 2025-10-07. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ "Cyan Boujee In Trouble: Dodgy Russian Program Advertising". ENCA. 2025-08-26. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ Mphande, Joy (2025-09-02). "I'm worried about the kids: Cyan Boujee recalls her time in Russia for Alabuga programme". Daily Dispatch. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ "DIRCO warns youth of unverified foreign job offers promoted by influencers | SAnews". SA News. 2025-08-25. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ "The Russian job scheme targeting young women in South Africa". BBC. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ Mphande, Joy (2025-08-26). "'It wasn't for money' Cyan Boujee apologises for promoting Russian job scheme". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Ngcobo, Khanyisile (2025-08-27). "South African influencer Cyan Boujee apologises over viral Russian job videos". BBC. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ "South Africa Warns Women About Viral Russian Job Scams". Africa Defense Forum. 2025-10-07. Retrieved 2026-08-07.
- ↑ Kamko, Aphiwe (2025-09-11). "'I lost dignity' Cyan Boujee on the Russia scam programme". News24. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Mphande, Joy (2025-11-07). "Cyan Boujee's TikTok account banned – again". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Mbatha, Mbali (2025-09-01). "They starved me: Cyan Boujee reveals she left Russia without hosts' knowledge". News24. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Lesemane, Lineo (2025-09-11). "Cyan Boujee on losing brand deals and her man after promoting controversial Russian programme". The Citizen. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Modiba, Rorisang (2026-04-13). "Limpopo businessman denies buying R10 million house for Cyan Boujee". Scrolla Africa. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Seleme, Rae (2026-04-05). "DJ and reality TV star Cyan Boujee has Reportedly Bought a R10 Million House". Briefly. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Mohapi, Rorisang (2026-04-07). "Cyan Boujee buys R10-million house". Scrolla Africa. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Cele, ZamaNdosi (2026-04-21). "Cyan Boujee rejects links to Kagiso Lerutla corruption speculation and 'lavish lifestyle' claims". IOL. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Selisho, Kaunda (2026-04-23). "SIU shuts down viral rumour claiming luxury influencers are being investigated". The Citizen. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Zuma, Mbalenhle (2026-04-23). "SIU dismisses 'fake news' claims of expanded probe into Lerutla case targeting influencers". Sunday World. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Gcaba, Jessica (2026-04-14). "Cyan Boujee Shares Bank Accounts Are Frozen, SA Revisits Her R10million House Splurge". Briefly. Retrieved 2026-08-08.
- ↑ Seleme, Rae (2026-04-20). "Cyan Boujee Reveals Why She Deactivated Social Media Accounts: "I've Been Quiet"". Briefly. Retrieved 2026-08-08.