Fans unhappy about Somizi joining The Masked Singer South Africa

by Staff Bona

After it was announced that Somizi Mhlongo would join The Masked Singer South Africa as one of the detectives, social media users took to Twitter to express their disapproval.

Although many South Africans are excited about the show coming to our local TV screens, many people feel that the entertainer booking the gig should not have happened, as they are “tired” of seeing him.

Twitter user Chris Excel had a lot to say on the matter. “When there is a new show that needs judges and presenters in South Africa, they call Anele and Somizi first to check if they’re available so they can consider other options…. SA industry is closed !!!”

Chris also mentioned a list of Somizi’s jobs, saying, “All this for a 50 year old man while educated youth is sitting at home.”

Another Twitter user said, “Every singing competition Somizi is on the panel, what is his greatest song to date?”

At a press conference, Somizi was asked how The Masked Singer South Africa compares to other shows he participated in before. He made it clear that this time he is not judging. “This is not a singing competition like any other. Also, we are not judges. We are panelists. We are exactly what the audience is.”

The Masked Singer South Africa is set to be broadcasted on SABC 1 and SABC 3.

Also see: The Masked Singer South Africa to hit local screens soon