In a striking act of public appreciation, South Africans have crowdfunded more than R38,000 on social media to buy two cows for KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, as a symbolic thank-you for his fearless stand against corruption.
The donation drive—sparked by popular X (formerly Twitter) user Chris Excel—took off rapidly after Mkhwanazi revealed shocking details of high-level corruption and political meddling within the South African Police Service (SAPS). His explosive comments triggered a national conversation about accountability in law enforcement and reignited public frustration with entrenched political interference.
Launched on 6 July, the campaign didn’t just meet its R35,000 goal—it surpassed it in days, drawing donations from ordinary citizens moved by Mkhwanazi’s courage. The cows, to be purchased from a local black farmer and delivered via a black-owned business, reflect a broader message: this isn’t just about gratitude, it’s about empowering communities that stand for integrity.
On social media, supporters have dubbed the Commissioner “Lord Mkhwanazi”, celebrating his refusal to stay silent in a system where doing so can come at great personal risk.
For many, the cows represent more than a gift—they are a statement. A way of saying: we see you, we back you, and we’re tired of corruption running unchecked.
