South African star Pearl Thusi skipped a Rundu party and left organizers angry. The Weekend in the East event was supposed to happen on May 31 at AM Ludgerus Boutique Estate. Event planners want their money back after spending thousands on preparations. They claim Thusi broke her contract and hurt their reputation. The total loss reached 86,406 Namibian dollars.
Thusi's team canceled just one day before the show started. They said the actress had other work commitments back home in Johannesburg. The contract required 14 days notice for any cancellation. Event organizers say the late notice violated their agreement terms. They had counted on Thusi's appearance to attract crowds.
The party was the eighth edition of the popular regional event. Thusi would have been only the second international performer to visit. Organizers believe her absence cost them valuable international attention. Northeast Namibia missed a chance to showcase local culture to global audiences. Thusi's legal team refuses to pay refunds and wants courts to handle the dispute.
Thusi's team canceled just one day before the show started. They said the actress had other work commitments back home in Johannesburg. The contract required 14 days notice for any cancellation. Event organizers say the late notice violated their agreement terms. They had counted on Thusi's appearance to attract crowds.
The party was the eighth edition of the popular regional event. Thusi would have been only the second international performer to visit. Organizers believe her absence cost them valuable international attention. Northeast Namibia missed a chance to showcase local culture to global audiences. Thusi's legal team refuses to pay refunds and wants courts to handle the dispute.
