Lebo M Takes a Stand: Files $20 Million Lawsuit Against Comedian Learnmore Mwanyenyeka

Composer Lebo M Sues Comedian Over Iconic 'Lion King' Chant

Lebo M has filed a lawsuit against Learnmore Jonasi, claiming the comedian misinterpreted the iconic Zulu chant in "The Lion King."

Lebo M sues comedian as 'Lion King' chant joke sparks $20-million lawsuit drama

A cultural and legal storm is brewing in global entertainment. This follows the filing of a R330 million lawsuit by renowned South African composer Lebo M against Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi. The lawsuit concerns remarks about the famous “Nants’ Ingonyama” chant. The chant, which opens the beloved Disney classic The Lion King, has long been regarded as one of the most powerful musical introductions in cinema. Moreover, it symbolises Afr…

Lebo M takes a stand: Files $20 million lawsuit against comedian Learnmore Mwanyenyeka

‘The Circle of Life’ Chant Performer Sues Comedian Over Viral ‘The Lion King’ Podcast Clip

The composer and performer of the iconic opening Zulu chant in “The Circle of Life” from The Lion King is suing a comedian over a viral podcast comment about the song. The lawsuit, filed on Monday (March 16) by South African composer and singer Lebo M, stems from Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi’s appearance last month on the podcast One54 Africa. In a now-viral clip, Jonasi said the famous “The Circle of Life” chant, “Nants’ingonyama bagi…

'Nants’ Ingonyama is not a punchline - Lebo M to sue Zimbabwean comedian over Lion King joke

'Nants’ Ingonyama is not a punchline - Lebo M to sue Zimbabwean comedian over Lion King joke Zandile.Khumalo Wed, 03/18/2026 - 20:19 Lebohang Morake popularly known as Lebo M Lebohang Morake popularly known as Lebo M JOHANNESBURG - The intension by South African music composer Lebohang Morake also known as Lebo M to sue a Zimbabwean Comedian over remarks made against famous Nants Ingonya chant has sparked a question: How far a joke can g…

Lebo M Sues Zimbabwean Comedian Over 'Lion King' Joke

South African music legend Lebo M has reportedly initiated legal action against a Zimbabwean comedian. The lawsuit stems from a ‘Lion King’ related joke made by the comedian. Details of the legal proceedings are currently emerging. Award-winning South African composer Lebo M, renowned for his work on Disney’s ‘The Lion King,’ is reportedly pursuing legal action against a Zimbabwean comedian. The dispute centers around a joke delivered by the com…