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Gayton McKenzie says he will subject himself to an investigation following uproar over use of K-word
Gayton McKenzie denies racism as ATM demands his removal over k-word use, Image: BackpagePix Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has confirmed that he will subject himself to an investigation following calls for his removal after his use of the K-word in a recent live video and older posts on social media. "I can never be guilty of racism, try some other take down but never racism. I did tweet some insensitive, stupid and hurtful things a decade or two ago, I was a troll [and] stupid. I cringe when seeing them and I am truly sorry for that. I shall subject myself to the investigation," he said in a post on X on Monday. I can never be guilty of racism, try some other take down but never racism. I did tweet some insensitive, stupid and hurtful things a decade or two ago, I was a troll & stupid. I cringe when seeing them and I am truly sorry for that. I shall subject myself to the investigation. — Gayton McKenzie (@GaytonMcK) August 11, 2025 Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) ActionSA and the African Transformation Movement (ATM) have all called for an investigation following the live video and social media posts. ATM submitted its complaint to the Presidency, Parliament, and the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Ethics and Members' Interests. In its letter, the ATM said: "Resurfaced tweets authored by the Minister contain racially derogatory slurs directed at black South Africans, language that is both indefensible and deeply corrosive to the principles upon which our democracy is built." According to the Patriotic Alliance president, he is not racist. He attributed the posts to merely being mischievous online. McKenzie went on to share that his mother was black and he has children with a black woman. "I fought my whole life for the same treatment between black and Coloured people because we fought the same struggle," he added. I'm the son of a black woman, I have children with a black woman, i fought my whole life for same treatment between black and coloured ppl because we fought same struggle. Frame 1, I call out racism, frame 2, I generally always included myself when speaking about black issues. — Gayton McKenzie (@GaytonMcK) August 11, 2025 IOL Politics Get your news on the go. Click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel.
The Citizen
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
WATCH: Birdie Bliss! Minister's Golf Debut Laughs
Minister McKenzie may be new to the greens, but he's already swinging for laughs. In a charming and laughter-filled debut, South Africa's Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, made waves at his very first golf tournament. From missing swings to making birdies, the minister's first golf tournament is a comedy-filled debut. 'I have the bag, not the skill!' I just bought a whole golf set 4 my first ever golf tournament. I feel like the kid who had a ball and the best soccer boots growing up but zero skill. We were forced to pass the ball to him because he would take the ball, they better make sure I win cos I will stop the game — Gayton McKenzie (@GaytonMcK) May 16, 2025 Minister McKenzie might be new to the greens, but he's already swinging for laughs. In a hilarious and self-deprecating social media post, the minister declared: 'I just bought a whole golf set for my first-ever golf tournament. I feel like the kid who had a ball and the best soccer boots growing up, but zero skill. We were forced to pass the ball to him because he would take the ball… they better make sure I win, cos I will stop the game!' Yes, folks, the minister came armed with a brand-new Titleist golf bag (retailing at a cool R7,699.99) and zero golfing experience. But what he lacked in finesse, he made up for in flair and fun. Speed traps in the sky – Minister cracks up golf crowd I respect the law 😂😂😂😂😂😂 — Gayton McKenzie (@GaytonMcK) May 16, 2025 Joking that he didn't want to hit the ball too far 'because the traffic cops were in attendance and there's speed traps in the air,' the minister had fellow players, and the internet howling with laughter. And he wasn't done. After a few less-than-perfect shots, he quipped: 'My first shot ever… worse to good. By the time I'm fine here, Walmer Golf Club will need new grass!' Talk about turf trouble. ALSO READ: WATCH: Shocking! Fan tries to kiss Maphorisa mid-set Twitter tees off My first shot ever, worse to good 🔥🔥🔥🔥by the time I am fine here, Walmer Golf club will need new grass 😂😂😂 — Gayton McKenzie (@GaytonMcK) May 16, 2025 Golf enthusiasts didn't hold back in the replies, offering advice, banter, and a good old golf clap. One seasoned aficionado advised: 'Best investment! Go for a few lessons. You'll appreciate and enjoy the challenge even more. I remember how I struggled with the 3 wood… Follow @GOLF_com for great tips.' Another user took a cheeky swing: '2nd frame, I thought you were going for an eagle. Kanti, you got yourself a chick.' Even as an amateur, the minister proved he could take the banter as well as he takes a bogey. ALSO READ:SA-born artist Marlene Dumas breaks global record with over R245 million painting sale [PICS] Birdie brilliance: From zero to hero But not all hope was lost. I got my first birdie at my first attempt at playing golf 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 — Gayton McKenzie (@GaytonMcK) May 18, 2025 With a little pro guidance on the course, the minister's game began to shape up. By the end of the tournament, he managed to score his first birdie, and the celebration was pure gold. Captured on video, his joy was undeniable as fellow players congratulated him. 'This feeling is always golden,' tweeted @ThisIsMduh in response to the moment. From posing with a pricey golf bag to grinning like a kid on Christmas morning, the minister may not be teeing off for the PGA Tour anytime soon, but one thing's for sure: South Africa's favourite golf rookie is officially hooked.
