A storm of controversy has erupted in South Africa and Nigeria following the crowning of a white Miss South Africa, whose parents are not even of African descent.
The decision has particularly angered Nigerians, who feel the runner-up, a contestant of Nigerian descent, was unfairly overlooked. The situation escalated when Afrobeat sensation Burna Boy weighed in on the issue with a cryptic tweet: “So after all that.”
Burna Boy’s tweet sparked a strong reaction, including a xenophobic comment from a African man who replied, “This is why we didn’t buy your tickets, Don’t ever come to South Africa.” The tweet highlighted the deep-seated xenophobia that still lingers in parts of Africa, particularly towards Nigerians.
The backlash surrounding Pagentry has opened up broader discussions about race, representation, and xenophobia in the country, with many questioning how a white winner with non-African parents represents the diverse and historically significant culture of the indigenous people.
Reactions To Miss South Africa Tweet
This controversy continues to fuel tensions between Africans and Nigerians, who feel their contributions and heritage are being disregarded on the global stage.
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