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Key FactsMultiChoice Disavows Mac G Episode Controversy
May 1, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- MultiChoice confirmed that the controversial episode of MacG did not air on its platforms.
- MacG faced backlash for offensive comments about Minnie Dlamini, leading to social media outrage.
- A MultiChoice spokesperson outlined that all content must undergo an internal review process.
- The communications minister urged MultiChoice to take responsibility and emphasized the need for a code of conduct for digital content.
It is completely unacceptable what Mac G said regarding Minnie Dlamini and to have podcasters who have sizeable audiences [doing this] is completely unacceptable.— Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi, comments on the controversial remarks made by Mac G.
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