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FOR most Idols SA fans, the finale on Sunday was a night of celebration as Karabo got most of the 79 million votes.

But for those who were hoping for Mmatema to win, it was a night of tears.

‘We were robbed! They cried’.

A fight started on social media networks the moment Karabo Mogane ,22, from Mpumalanga was crowned the winner of Idols SA Season 11.

Mmatema Moremi’s supporters started a Twitter battle, many claiming that women did not give the 23-year-old runner-up enough support. In Mmatema’s home town of Zebediela, Limpopo, many supporters gathered at Ga-Andy to celebrate the victory they were convinced was hers.

But then came the announcement. Some crowd members shed tears, while others held their heads in their hands. Sara Tlomatsana, Mmatema’s 61-year-old gogo, said it was sad because her granddaughter had worked very hard, but she was still hopeful.

“Her music career looks very bright. I’ll keep on supporting her,” said the gogo.

Producer and DJ, Cleo, who pushed Mmatema and produced her song ‘Because Of You’ tweeted: “Sometimes God doesn’t give you what you want because his plans for you are bigger than the small plate you have.”

Actress and choreographer Khabonina tweeted: “Ok please tell me again why Mmatema is not being crowned NOW?! She’s the something . . . a winner!”

Presenter Bujy Bikwa tweeted: “Even if Mmatema didn’t win, I know she’s going to do well. It’s sad some females denied her the opportunity.”
Lovey Modiba could not hold back her tears.

“I was confident that Mmatema would win. We did all we could to make people in the community understand that voting for her would put our village on the map,” she said. Karabo told Daily Sun he felt on top of the world. “Winning Idols was always a big dream for me. It’s a true blessing from God,” he said.

“Winning the Ford Fiesta is truly a dream come true. It’s the first car I’ve ever owned.”

Lani Lombard of M-Net said this year’s Idols attracted more votes and social media commentary than ever before.

“It’s understandable that people are disappointed when the outcome is different from what they wanted,” said Lombard.

“All the voting figures and percentages will be made public a week after the Idols SA finale, as has been the case during previous seasons. The winner is determined by the voting public.” – DailySun/Showbiz Reporter.