South African Podcaster Penuel Mlotshwa Compares Himself to Charlie Kirk
- Penuel Mlotshwa recently dropped a bombshell and compared himself to Charlie Kirk
- The podcaster spoke about Kirk's assassination and controversial opinions, saying he could relate to how many people felt about him
- His statements quickly ignited a heated debate about the late political activist and his bold utterances leading up to his death
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South African podcaster Penuel Mlotshwa recently weighed in on Charlie Kirk's assassination and what it meant for him.
The right-wing political activist was shot and killed on 10 September 2025 at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, while on stage for the American Comeback Tour.
Reacting to his killing, in a TikTok video on Thursday, 12 September, the host of The Konvo Show spoke at length about Kirk's gruesome murder, saying he identifies with how Kirk made people feel:
"Charlie Kirk could be me. I've said some polarising, triggering and gaslighting things online. Whether it's about religion, politics, or the ANC government, there are people who have been incredibly upset by some of my utterances."
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He went on to say that even some of the guests on his podcast have been harassed by people who don't agree with their views.
Penuel, who has also faced criticism for his opinions, highlighted that anyone could easily be "taken out," simply because their views don't align with those of the masses.
He went on to sympathise with Charlie Kirk while highlighting the dangers of free speech:
"We must remember that in the world out there, there are people who get emotional about what we say and will do crazy things because they are stupid, mentally unstable and very passionate about their cause."
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His controversial statement sparked strong reactions from fans, who expressed their views on Kirk's assassination.
Watch Penuel's video below:
South Africans react to Charlie Kirk's murder
Online users weighed in on Penuel's video while sharing their thoughts on Kirk's assassination. Read some of their comments below:
future said:
"I didn't like him. Most of his videos were wrong, and he was the same as Trump, he was against South Africa."
Mlangeni B. S wasn't interested:
"Leave that while American man alone, please."
Billy_Smith asked:
"So, you also want to be murdered like him?"
Alkebulan wrote:
"He said he can't live in South Africa, the worst country to live in the world, and he got killed in America; what an irony. Many people didn't like him, and many did. It could have been his sarcasm or something else. He was misinformed on many issues that he spoke against, and he created many enemies for himself."
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Lamani recalled:
"I remember him expressing himself on television about how much he hated democratic South Africa."
Andile Majola was happy:
"Best news I've heard all week."
Leon George added:
"Let's make one thing clear from the start: Charlie Kirk was the victim of a shooting in a country where he, along with other right-wing extremist influencers, has been inciting violence for years. Kirk is neither a martyr nor a hero; he is a cause."
Sol Phenduka reacts to Charlie Kirk's murder
More on Charlie Kirk's assassination, Briefly News shared Sol Phenduka's comments about the activist's horrific demise.
The podcaster expressed his views on Kirk's controversial opinions and whether he believes Kirk deserved what was coming to him.
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