I Was Exploited! South African Model ‘Lerato Molwelang’ Breaks Silence on Viral S3x Video Scandal
Published on January 16, 2026 at 1:04 PM by Evance Kapito
A 20-year-old South African model, Lerato Molwelang, has officially broken her silence following the mass circulation of an X-rated video featuring her that has dominated social media timelines across Southern and Eastern Africa over the last 24 hours.
In a powerful and direct public notice, Lerato confirmed that she is indeed the individual in the footage. However, she dropped a bombshell by claiming she was exploited and misled by a casting agency into filming the content.
“No Consent Given” Lerato vehemently denies ever signing a contract or agreement that allowed for the production, distribution, or monetization of the video. She maintains that she did not give informed consent for how the footage has been used or shared across various online platforms.
The statement clarifies that the young woman believes she was deceived by the agency involved, and she is now moving to assert her legal rights to stop the spread of the content.
Legal Action and Fake Accounts As the video continues to go viral, Lerato issued a stern warning to netizens, bloggers, and page administrators:
Any further sharing, reposting, editing, or attempts to make money from the video will result in immediate legal action.
She distanced herself from a Facebook account currently using her name to gain followers, stating it is fake.
Official Channels: She clarified that she only operates one official Facebook account and one Instagram account. Any information coming from other profiles should be treated as “false and misleading.”
The scandal has sparked intense debate across South Africa and beyond, with many calling for stricter regulations on casting agencies that prey on young women. Lerato’s move to speak out is seen as an attempt to reclaim her narrative and halt the digital distribution of the exploited footage.
Lerato during the day of her fate
