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The South African
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
'We hang our heads in shame': Deputy Minister Steve Letsike slams MacG over Minnie Dlamini comments
Deputy Minister Mmapaseka Steve Letsike has released a statement calling out Macgyver MacG' Mukwevho. MacG has made many headlines in the past few years with his podcast, Podcast and Chill with MacG. His controversial statements about Minnie put him in a difficult situation. 'Maybe her coochie smells or something,' MacG said. After Minnie Dlamini broke up with her ex-boyfriend Brain Monaisa, MacG made calls that divided South Africans. And it also left the Deputy Minister calling out MacG's statements to be investigated. Minnie Dlamini. Image via Instagram @minnidlamini The Deputy Minister, Letsike, gave several steps to address the issue. They started, 'Mr Mukwevho's utterances will be referred to the relevant Constitutional and statutory bodies for investigation, including but not limited to the Commission for Gender Equality (CGE), the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC), and the Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA), among others.' 'The matter on the regulation of online platforms such as podcasts and other streaming services, particularly in line with the censure guidelines of the Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA) and other relevant statutory bodies, will be escalated to the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, specifically in so far as the online content perpetuates harmful gender stereotypes should be regulated.' they continued. She would take other steps, which you can read in the statement here. Indeed, this statement divided many South Africans, as some also called out the Deputy Minister. After blogger @Maphepha Ndaba shared the news on Instagram, many people shared their thoughts. @Dee_Mang 'Where was this organization when the country cried Justice for Cwecwe?😢😢 It helps to have political connections in SA. Not that I support what MacG said, but really! Minnie can afford legal fees to sue MacG. Anc Comdrades like wasting state resources.' @Modipadi Desiree Mashabela 'We demanded Justice for Cwecwe, and they said nothing; now ba drag Macg?? Wow, it must be nice being some people😢😢😢' @Favor Blessings Selepe 'Perhaps it will serve as a lesson to other narcissists to start respecting women👏' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
'Domestic abuse is not entertainment': Government slams 'Isencane Lengane'
Moja Love has responded to the backlash... South Africa's Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS), along with advocacy groups and concerned viewers, has criticised Moja Love's reality show Isencane Lengane for allegedly showcasing domestic abuse. The backlash follows a recent episode, on 20 April, of Isencane Lengane that sparked public outrage, leading to growing calls for the show's cancellation. In the episode of the show that follows a young married teenage couple, Thando Msomi and Siyacela Dlamuka, Siyacela threatened to beat Thando with a sjambok during a heated argument. JCPS condemned the channel, saying airing content that portrays domestic abuse under the guise of entertainment is dangerous. 'Media platforms have a moral and social responsibility to promote content that upholds the dignity, safety, and rights of all individuals. 'Broadcasting acts of domestic abuse or violence in any form — whether under the guise of reality television or entertainment — is a gross violation of this responsibility. It sends a dangerous message that violence can be exploited for public spectacle,' the statement reads. [DOMESTIC ABUSE AND GBV ARE NOT ENTERTAINMENT!] Media platforms have a moral and social responsibility to promote content that upholds the dignity, safety, and rights of all individuals. Broadcasting acts of domestic abuse or violence in any form — whether under the guise of… — South African Justice, Crime Prevention & Security (@RSA_JCPS) April 22, 2025 Activist group Women for Change also slammed Isencane Lengane, accusing the channel of normalising and trivialising gender-based violence. 'By broadcasting such abuse without adequate intervention and accountability, Moja Love is normalising and trivialising gender-based violence, sending the harmful message that abuse is acceptable if it brings in viewers. 'In a country where women and children are raped, beaten, and killed every day, this kind of programming is not only tone-deaf — it is a betrayal of every victim and survivor.' ALSO READ: Moja Love didn't want to 'throw Xolani Khumalo under the bus' as 'Sizok'thola' host returns Moja Love responds to 'Isencane Lengane' backlash Responding to The Citizen's media enquiry, Moja Love said that complaints have been lodged with the Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA) and are being handled by the channel's legal department. 'It is important to mention that the show is a reality series that showcases real-life stories and embraces various cultural aspects of the lives of the main cast. 'The channel does not condone any acts of violence and/or intimidation,' the channel added. Moja Love further cited a 2023 BCCSA Tribunal ruling, which found that the show had not violated any broadcasting codes in a previous case. The tribunal reviewed an episode aired on 22 January 2023, in which the channel was accused of airing gender-based violence without critique. According to the judgment, the BCCSA found no breach of Clause 10 of the Code of Conduct, stating that there was no incitement to violence or advocacy of gender-based hatred. NOW READ: Dr Brian addresses 'malicious' rumours about his breakup with Minnie Dlamini
The South African
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Moja Love responds to Isencane Lengane's public outrage
Moja Love has broken its silence following public outcry and renewed calls to cancel its controversial reality show Isencane Lengane . The popular reality series, now in its seventh season, has long stirred debate, but its most recent episode, which aired on Sunday, has sparked a wave of anger and backlash over the alleged glorification of abuse. Isencane Lengane has followed Siyacela and Thando Dlamuka's troubled relationship since they married as teens. The outrage stems from a scene where Siyacela, hurled insults at his wife, Thando, over his decision to take a second wife. He also clashed with elders in the episode, further enraging viewers. Viewers have taken to social media to express their frustration, with many accusing the show of perpetuating Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and emotional abuse for ratings. @womenforchange5 wrote: 'Abuse is not entertainment. Trauma is not a storyline. Moja Love must take immediate action to discontinue the TV show 'Isencane Lengane' due to its dangerous portrayal of abuse and toxic relationships.' @ManchiTumi wrote: 'What is this?? #Mojalove cancel this show. A lady is crying for help on national TV. We are sitting as SA just watching Mojalove cashing in on Abuse on national TV, let's Axe this show.' Over the years, Siyacela has admitted to both physical violence and infidelity, including a 2023 episode where he confessed to hitting Thando and breaking her phone. These incidents have left many questioning why the show is still on air. In response to The South African , over the public outrage, Moja Love said: 'We have received various complaints lodged with the BCCSA, and these are being attended to by our legal department. 'It is important to mention that the show is a reality show that showcases real-life stories and embraces various cultural aspects of the lives of the main cast. The channel does not condone any acts of violence and/or intimidation,' said the channel. This is not the first time the channel has faced criticism. In 2023, Moja Love was fined R50,000 by the Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA). This follows after it aired an episode that depicted domestic violence. However, the channel was later cleared on appeal. Despite repeated statements that it does not support abuse, many viewers continue to urge the channel to take greater responsibility for its content and message. WHAT IS YOUR TAKE ON THE SHOW'S CONTENT? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article, or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 You can also follow @TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
