Shahan Ramkissoon Responds to Kelly Khumalo’s Backlash: ‘An Honest Mistake

by Thabiso Rakgaka

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Shahan Ramkissoon, the Enca news anchor, has responded to singer Kelly Khumalo following her social media backlash earlier this week. The controversy began on Tuesday, January 7, when Ramkissoon mistakenly referred to Khumalo as the late Winnie Khumalo, who tragically passed away on the same day. The blunder quickly caught attention online, with Kelly Khumalo taking to Instagram to blast the news anchor. However, Ramkissoon wasted no time in addressing the mistake.

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I made an honest mistake, which I corrected shortly afterwards on air. It was a slip of the tongue as I ad-libbed the story. I take full responsibility for the error. To those seeking to amplify this for attention: do what you must trend and stay blessed.#WinnieKhumalo

On Wednesday morning, January 8, Ramkissoon posted a heartfelt apology on his X (formerly Twitter) account. “I made an honest mistake, which I corrected shortly afterward on air. It was a slip of the tongue as I ad-libbed the story. I take full responsibility for the error,” he wrote. He further urged those looking to keep the controversy alive for attention to “do what you must trend and stay blessed.” His words were met with mixed reactions, but many South Africans expressed their forgiveness, acknowledging the mistake as unintentional.

The incident highlights the pressures faced by public figures in the media industry, where a single error can quickly spiral into a public relations challenge. While Khumalo’s initial post was pointed and emotional, Ramkissoon’s swift apology aimed to defuse the situation, reinforcing that it was a genuine mistake rather than an intentional slight. The Enca anchor’s response reflects a sense of accountability and professionalism, which many social media users appreciated.

As the dust settles, it seems the matter is starting to calm down, with both Ramkissoon and the public recognizing the human element of the mistake. In an industry where words are scrutinized, Ramkissoon’s swift response and humility in taking responsibility have allowed the situation to diffuse relatively quickly. It remains to be seen whether Khumalo will accept the apology, but for now, the focus seems to be on moving past the misunderstanding.

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