Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has thrown his support behind the Scorpion Kings, describing amapiano as one of South Africa’s major contributions to the global music scene. Also see: Scorpion Kings Live unveils massive lineup of entertainers for September show Gayton recently praised the duo ahead of their highly anticipated performance at FNB […]
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Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has come under criticism after revisiting the economic impact of Chris Brown’s 2024 South African concerts, with his comments reigniting a debate about the singer’s controversial history and gender-based violence (GBV). Also see: Bonang Matheba calls out Gayton McKenzie over proposed Jay-Z concert export Chris performed at Johannesburg’s […]
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A fiery public debate regarding state funding, local cultural preservation, and government priorities has erupted following media personality Bonang Matheba’s sharp public critique of Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie. Also see: Bonang Matheba Urges SAFA to Turn Bafana Bafana Into a Global Style Icon Ahead of 2026 World Cup The controversy began […]
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Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has sparked speculation about a possible collaboration with airline Airlink after the carrier’s dramatic flyover at Cape Town’s DHL Stadium. Also see: Gayton McKenzie defends Airlink stadium flyover amid backlash The minister took to social media with a cryptic post appearing to hint at plans involving Airlink, just […]
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Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has defended Airlink’s dramatic flyover at DHL Stadium in Cape Town, dismissing criticism of the manoeuvre after footage of the aircraft spread widely online. Also see: Watch: Low-flying Airlink aeroplanes over Cape Town Stadium The flyover took place shortly before the Springboks faced the All Blacks, with two Airlink […]
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Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has pledged R100 000 to the father of late boxing champion Zolani ‘Last Born’ Tete as he paid tribute to the former world champion at his memorial service in the Eastern Cape. Also see: Gayton McKenzie promises Bafana Bafana financial incentives after historic win Gayton made the announcement […]
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South African entertainer and content creator Thulasizwe ‘Lasizwe’ Dambuza has called on Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie to take a closer look at the state of the country’s award shows. Also see: Lasizwe realises online troll impersonated Dominic Zaca after heated exchange Lasizwe shared his open letter shortly after the South African Music […]
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Gayton McKenzie, Minister of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, recently shared a post opening up about his testimony of overcoming a battle any parent fears to face: a fatally ailing child. Also see: Gayton McKenzie to present Leon Schuster with ‘special award’ Gayton McKenzie talks about his child On Facebook, the minister shared […]
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The Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, showed his support for FIFA’s president, Gianni Infantino, sending a stark warning to critics calling for the Swiss boss’s resignation. Also see: FIFA stands by Gianni Infantino despite calls for him to step down Gayton McKenzie praises Gianni Infantino’s contributions Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) account […]
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The Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, recently met up with veteran comedian Leon Schuster. The politician shared with the public that the beloved entertainer will soon be honoured with an award. Also see: Gayton McKenzie approves R3 million funding for SA Hockey teams following backlash Gayton McKenzie hangs with Leon Schuster The Patriotic […]
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Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has given his stamp of approval to assist the men’s and women’s national hockey teams financially with R3 million as they prepare for the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup. Also see: Gayton McKenzie gets candid about personal spending during FIFA World Cup trip The Patriotic Alliance leader previously […]
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Actor and television presenter Lawrence Maleka has weighed in on the growing debate surrounding Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie’s comments about South Africa’s Formula One ambitions, urging the politician not to overlook the country’s struggling creative industry. Also see: Lawrence Maleka joins all-star cast for upcoming drama series The discussion gained momentum after […]
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