Former Ukhozi FM radio host Ngizwe Mchunu is back in the spotlight, facing outrage after conducting a traditional Zulu dance inside a Nando’s restaurant.
The performance, which was filmed and extensively shared on social media, triggered a heated debate about whether cultural exhibits should be allowed in public venues such as restaurants.
VIDEO: Ngizwe Mchunu and his crew performing a traditional Zulu dance at a Nandos outlet in Phoenix in Durban on Friday. pic.twitter.com/PpuqbUgGB7
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Mchunu and his group made headlines on a FlySafair aircraft a month ago for breaking into song, much to the chagrin of passengers. This incident follows.
Kirby Gordon, chief marketing officer of FlySafair, told IOL that “appropriate actions will be taken in accordance with our procedures, which may include barring the individuals involved from future FlySafair flights.”
The public’s reaction to Mchunu’s latest performance at Nando’s has been mixed, with many social media users expressing dissatisfaction with what they see as unacceptable behaviour.
One Twitter user, @AkanimiltonM, tweeted, “This guy must stop this nonsense. Not everyone enjoys what he’s doing, and he’s doing it inside the restaurant.”
Another user, @TiinoSavage1, commented on the potential consequences of such actions. “Is he familiar with ‘right of admission reserved’? He will be banned in most businesses; there’ll be nothing he can do about it.”
Some have come to Mchunu’s defense, praising the cultural expression and talent on display. @Ras_LaMajor tweeted, “Let’s be honest, these guys can dance. Surely Nando’s, as a brand with national reach, wouldn’t have a problem with brilliant local traditional dancers giving a free show.”
@ArthurGYon1 said, “Attention seeker. It’s not about tradition or culture, it’s about self-elevation from a person with an inferiority complex.”
As the debate continues online, Nando’s has yet to comment on whether they will allow such performances in their restaurants.
Public opinion remains divided, with some supporting Mchunu’s right to cultural expression and others calling it an unnecessary disruption.
