The Controversy Surrounding Gayton McKenzie: Racial Slurs and Political Accountability

National Arts and Culture Awards nominees announced as Minister McKenzie faces backlash over social media posts

Throngs on social media are calling out Gayton McKenzie for allegedly being racist in the past through his social media.

Gayton on K-word bombshells: 'I can never be guilty of racism'

Gayton McKenzie has offered a back-handed apology over his old tweets, in which he repeatedly used racial slurs, including the K-word.  The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture – who is also the leader of the Patriotic Alliance – has claimed that he is “not guilty of racism”. This follows his criticism of the hosts of the Open Chats Podcast over their comments about the coloured community. GAYTON MCKENZIE: ‘I AM NOT GUILTY OF RACISM’ Over the wee…

The controversy surrounding Gayton McKenzie: Racial slurs and political accountability

McKenzie apologises for 'insensitive, stupid, hurtful' old posts

Sports minister Gayton McKenzie has apologised for what he called “insensitive” remarks in the past, following the resurfacing of several posts he made on X (formerly Twitter) between 2013 and 2017 in which he used the K-word multiple times.

McKenzie strikes back amid racism claims, vows to stay in office

By Johnathan Paoli Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has rejected mounting calls for his resignation over what he describes as “false and malicious” racism allegations, insisting that he will remain in his position and subject himself to any formal investigation. McKenzie addressed his supporters via social media, responding to complaints lodged against him by political parties, claiming the posts were taken out of context. He que…

ActionSA Reports McKenzie, Macpherson to SAHRC

ActionSA Files Complaint Against Minister Gayton McKenzie: ActionSA has formally reported Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie to the SAHRC for allegedly making racist and degrading comments towards black South Africans, asserting these remarks have no place in democracy. Commitment to Legal Action and Due Process: While cautious about the SAHRC’s effectiveness, ActionSA remains committed to following legal procedures and is prepare…