South African Influencer Allegedly Offered R100K To Drag MacG Online, Mzansi Reacts: “This Is Crazy”

• A prominent South African brand influencer revealed they were approached with money to attack MacG online
• MacG has previously shared that powerful figures in the entertainment industry are plotting against him
• Netizens applauded the influencer for rejecting the deal and exposing the plot against MacG
• Briefly News asked financial expert Fulufhelani Mashapha about the long-term impact of social media backlash and public opinion on a media personality’s career and financial stability

Bathong! The drama surrounding MacG had taken a dramatic twist. A South African influencer claims that they were offered thousands of rands to lead a smear campaign against the popular podcaster.

Podcast and Chill head honcho MacG has long claimed that a powerful group of South African celebrities is plotting his downfall. He even claimed that a prominent businessman had funded coordinated attacks against him after his comments about Minnie Dlamini.

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While some dismissed MacG’s comments as paranoia or clout-chasing, a prominent South African influencer’s revelation gives the podcaster's claims credibility.

Prominent influencer exposes R100K offer to attack MacG online

Fresh from leading a highly publicised fundraising campaign for General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, controversial influencer Chris Excel dropped a bombshell. On Monday, 25 August 2025, Chris Excel shared that he had been approached with a mouthwatering offer to attack MacG.

In the post, Chris Excel shared how someone approached him with a vague business offer. The message read:

“Hi, Chris. If you don't mind, we won't reveal our details yet. But another lady friend of ours told us that you're the right person for this job. Please let me know when you're free to talk.”

See the screenshot below:

After Chris Excel gave the person the green light, the unnamed individual offered him R100,000 to lead a smear campaign against MacG. Alternatively, the individual suggested that Chris Excel call out Mzansi Magic for allowing MacG to feature on Shaka iLembe.

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The message read:

“Thanks. We're not sure what your stance is on MacGyver Mukwevho, but since it's business, we'd like to offer you R100k to find any dirt or drag Mzansi Magic for featuring MacGyver in last night's episode. Please note that we'll pay R20K upfront once we've reached the agreement. If you're interested, please advise so that we can give you Namhla's email address, where you'll email us your terms and banking details. She will send you our terms and further clarity. Thank you.”

Chris Excel rejected the offer.

See the screenshot below:

Briefly News asked financial expert Fulufhelani Mashapha about the long-term impact of social media backlash and public opinion on a media personality’s career and financial stability. She explained:

"Social media backlash can have a lasting impact on a personality’s brand value. Even comments or posts made more than a decade ago can resurface and destroy someone’s brand."

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Netizens react after Chris Excel exposes plot against MacG

After Chris Excel shared the screenshots, netizens applauded him for rejecting the offer and exposing the plot against MacG.

Here are some of the comments:

@Pinkdoll_love argued:

“This is crazy. If someone is being offered R100k just to attack MacG and Mzansi Magic, then it’s clearly not about holding anyone accountable. It’s personal. You don’t offer that kind of money unless you’re trying to push an agenda.”

@Waylonjunior highlighted:

“Excellent job, President 👌👌👌👌. Haibo, this entertainment industry is beyond brutal. It’s a toxic cult with fake smiles and backstabbing handshakes.”

@DeesseRudigan suggested:

“You should have played along to go find out who they are, then oust them. Bhayizile.”

@AfterEarth said:

“How about we raise that amount instead for being a real one 🤔”

@thekelo_Teekay gushed:

"Man of integrity."

Prominent South African celebrity backs Minnie Dlamini

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Proofreading by Roxanne Dos Ramos, copy editor at Briefly.co.za.

Source: Briefly News