Nasty C Calls Out Government Over GBVF Crisis After 9 Bodies Found in Ekurhuleni

Nasty C Calls Out Government Over GBVF Crisis After 9 Bodies Found in Ekurhuleni

  • Nasty C posted a passionate message on Instagram on Friday, 18 September 2026, addressing the ongoing GBVF crisis gripping South Africa
  • The rapper pointed fingers at decision-makers in government, saying real change will only come from those in power
  • His post came amid the discovery of 9 women's bodies across Ekurhuleni since July 2026, sparking renewed outrage online
Nasty C calls out government over GBVF crisi after 9 bodies found in Ekurhuleni
Nasty C slammed the government after 9 bodies were discovered in Ekurhuleni. Image: Gareth Cattermole - MTV
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Nasty C is not staying quiet. The acclaimed South African rapper took to Instagram on Friday, 18 September 2026, to voice his frustration over the country's persistent gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) crisis, directing his anger squarely at those in positions of political power.

His post came in the wake of a deeply disturbing discovery: nine women's bodies have been found across Ekurhuleni since July 2026, reigniting national conversations about the safety of women and children in South Africa.

Nasty C calls out government over GBVF response

In his post, the Zulu Man with Some Power hitmaker wrote:

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"We're gonna be stuck in this loop of crime & hashtags for a very long time until someone breaks it. And that someone is in the office where they make decisions on how this country is run. If those guys really cared, we'd see real change & our country would be a much safer place for women, for children, for everyone. We need them to stand up & do right by our women & our country. Until then, the cycle continues. This is exhausting. 💜"

The frustration behind his words was unmistakable. Rather than placing the burden on ordinary citizens, Nasty C pointed to the gap between political rhetoric and meaningful action on the ground.

See his original post below:

Mzansi weighs in on Nasty C's message

The post drew a range of responses from followers, with opinions divided on where the responsibility truly lies.

@nazlipetersen said:

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"Thank you for using your platform."

@_justice007 wrote:

"Realest thing you've said...No gender wars statement 💯 Protect Women and children and Everyone 💜💜💜"

@sensei_slixk argued:

"It's up to us to organise and make those changes, from the bottom up."

Not everyone agreed with Nasty C's framing.

@usernamewasalreadytaken_ pushed back:

"Stick to making music. Crime is a culture issue. Focus on raising your kids right, and you will get good politicians, good wives, good husbands, good police. Don't pass the responsibility of fixing the country to government."

@bigbroplz also chimed in with a pointed observation:

"Bro said 'everyone' instead of 'men'...We need a safe space for women, children and men."
Nasty C calls out government over GBVF crisis after 9 bodies found in Ekurhuleni
Nasty C blasted the government after 9 bodies were discovered in Ekurhuleni. Image: Alberto E. Rodriguez
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Bev Steyn shares emotional video amid GBVF crisis

In another report, Briefly News reported that reality TV star Beverly 'Bev' Steyn posted an emotional video on Instagram on Thursday, 17 September 2026, addressing GBV and race in South Africa.

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Bev revealed she is too scared to book flights to Johannesburg for a friend's upcoming engagement, citing fears for her safety.

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