Lying Unprovoked: Mzansi Roasts Akon Over Controversial Remarks About South Africa
South Africans have taken to social media to express their displeasure over Akon’s controversial remarks about South Africa.
In a recent interview on a popular show, Grammy-nominated music sensation Akon stirred a hornet’s nest by making contentious statements about South Africa, leading to widespread criticism from the nation’s citizens.
During the interview, Akon boldly asserted that in some parts of South Africa, the richest individuals are black, while the white population struggles in poverty-stricken ghettos.
Some parts of South Africa, the white folks are the ones in the ghettos, the richest people in South Africa are the black ones. Everywhere you go there are areas where there are poor people but the poorest areas are the parts where the white folks are..” he said.
Social Media Erupts with Criticism and Mockery Towards Akon’s Statements on South Africa
These claims, however, have been met with disbelief and frustration by many South Africans, who have taken to social media to express their discontent.
Watch the video below;
Akon out here lying about our country pic.twitter.com/xjLoUp61Mu
— 16V (@L_Tido) July 18, 2023
Tweeps have been flooded with reactions from South Africans debunking Akon’s statements. Many users mocked the singer for his confidence in making what they perceived as baseless claims about their country.
The claims made by Akon not only infuriated South Africans but also raised eyebrows globally. Some netizens pointed out that his remarks seemed misinformed and perpetuated stereotypes, highlighting the importance of accurate information and responsible speech, especially for public figures with significant influence.
In the wake of the controversy, some have questioned Akon’s intentions behind making such sweeping generalizations about a country he may not have a deep understanding of. Others have accused him of seeking attention and relevance through controversial statements.
@L_Tido;
Akon out here lying about our country
@_ShaunKeyz
He’s lying with so much confidence, lmaooo unprovoked. like bro, say you don’t know when you don’t know
@skygazini;
Akon goes from podcast to podcast talking nonsense. Which South Africa is this nigga talking about?
@colleenxakaza;
Ever since his Hair line Implant’s… I never TRUSTED AKON since! 😂🤣😂. It done messed his senses on Front-Line 🙈😝🙈
@MakiMarish;
Akon wearing fake Dior / Drio & talking nonsense about South Africa