The Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has made waves on social media after pledging his support for local artist Makhadzi. McKenzie announced via his official Twitter (X) account that he will purchase 200 tickets to Makhadzi’s highly anticipated One Man Show. His gesture followed Makhadzi’s public frustration over the swift sell-out of international artist Chris Brown’s tickets, while her own show struggled to gain momentum.
Minister McKenzie, known for his unwavering support of South African artists and athletes, took to social media to rally behind Makhadzi. In his post, he expressed his admiration for the singer and made a bold commitment to attend her show at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Limpopo. McKenzie’s statement read:“I will be there and will buy 200 tickets for those who want to accompany me to Peter Mokaba to see one of our biggest stars in the world.”
This public display of encouragement came in response to Makhadzi’s earlier concerns about the slow sales of her concert tickets, contrasting sharply with the rapid sell-out of tickets for Chris Brown’s South African performance.
McKenzie’s announcement quickly garnered widespread attention online, with South Africans applauding the Minister for stepping in to support a local star in need. The show of solidarity not only highlighted his commitment to the arts but also reignited the conversation around the importance of supporting homegrown talent.
Social media users flooded the comment section with messages of praise. One user, @ChrisExcel102, wrote:“We don’t deserve him.”
Another, @AkanimiltonM, added:“This is the minister Zizi Kodwa thought he was.”
@StHonorable chimed in, referring to Makhadzi’s earlier frustrations:“She’ll appreciate that a lot after throwing tantrums about two hours of Chris Brown ticket sales.”
Gayton McKenzie’s act of buying 200 tickets not only sends a powerful message of solidarity but also emphasises his role as a champion of local talent. As South Africa’s new Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture, McKenzie continues to strengthen his reputation as a proactive leader who believes in uplifting South African artists.
The singer, known for her electrifying performances and deep connection with her fans, is expected to put on a stellar show at the Peter Mokaba Stadium. Thanks to McKenzie’s generous support, even more people will now have the opportunity to witness one of South Africa’s brightest stars shine on stage.
Makhadzi’s One Man Show is set to be a celebration of African music and culture, and with backing from the Minister, it’s likely to be a memorable event that resonates across the country.
