‘eSwatini Can Handle It, We’re Watching Titanic’: South Africans Refuse to Defend Uncle Waffles Against American Criticism
In a surprising turn of events, South Africans have taken to social media to make it abundantly clear that they will not be rallying behind social media sensation Uncle Waffles, who has come under fire following her BET Awards nomination.
The uproar stems from the fact that Uncle Waffles, who rose to fame in South Africa, was nominated and recognized as representing her birth country, Swaziland, rather than the nation that propelled her to stardom.
The news of Uncle Waffles’ nomination initially left many South Africans feeling betrayed, as they expected her to be a representative of Mzansi on the international stage.
The backlash was swift, with enraged supporters revoking their support, while others expressed their disappointment and called on Swaziland to defend their own. South Africans argued that since Uncle Waffles identifies as Swazi, it is only fitting that her birth country takes the responsibility of defending her in the face of criticism.
As Uncle Waffles faces ridicule from American critics, South Africans have opted to turn a blind eye and watch the events unfold from the sidelines.
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Many took to social media to express their sentiments, using humor to underscore their decision. Some of the reactions ranged from comical to ironic, highlighting the sentiment among South Africans that the battle to defend Uncle Waffles lies squarely with Swaziland.
“We would be fighting back, but she’s from Swaziland. Let them fight for her,” one Twitter user quipped, emphasizing the expectation for Swaziland to step up in this situation.
Others echoed similar sentiments, humorously suggesting that it was now Swaziland’s time to shine while South Africans simply sit back and watch the drama unfold.
Check out some of the reactions;
@uJudas_Iscariot;
We would be fighting back but she’s from Swaziland, let them fight for her
@NoxK82;
She said she’s from Swaziland, so Swatis better come to her rescue indeed… 😂
@ThabistoWaka;
Swaziland must defend their own…. Thina we don’t have electricity here kumnyama asboni
@roverette;
eSwatini can handle it, we’re watching Titanic. 😭✋🏽
@TheeAzanian;
SANs must mind their business and let eSwatini handle this