Ayanda Ncwane Invites Mzansi to Benny Hinn Crusade Causes Confusion

• Gospel music executive Ayanda Ncwane shared a video promoting a crusade set for Pretoria's Union Buildings in October 2026
• The event features Pastor Benny Hinn, a televangelist with an alleged controversial past that has been documented in a YouTube documentary
• Mzansi reacted strongly online, with many questioning the video and Ncwane's endorsement

Gospel music executive Ayanda Ncwane has set tongues wagging after posting a video promoting an upcoming crusade in Pretoria, featuring American televangelist Pastor Benny Hinn. The clip quickly gained traction online, with many South Africans raising eyebrows over who exactly is behind the event.

In the video, Ncwane delivered her endorsement with visible enthusiasm. "From the 23rd to the 25th of October, South Africa will never remain the same," she said, urging viewers to invite friends and check the event's website for details. The crusade is scheduled to take place at the Union Buildings in Pretoria.

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Who Is Benny Hinn?

Hinn is a well-known televangelist who has been active in Christian ministry for decades, drawing both massive followings and significant scrutiny for his prosperity gospel teachings and faith-healing claims. A [YouTube documentary titled *The Scandalous and Luxurious Life of A Fake Healer | Benny Hinn Documentary*](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Benny+Hinn+documentary+fake+healer) has been widely circulated, tracing the origins of what critics describe as the "seed, blessing, breakthrough" formula that characterises his ministry.

Ncwane, a prominent figure in South Africa's gospel music industry, did not address the controversy in her clip, instead focusing on the spiritual impact she expects the event to have. "It shall remain a holy ground," she said. "Trust me, you will never remain the same."

Watch the video that got Mzansi talking below:

Mzansi Reacts to the Announcement

The post lit up social media, with reactions ranging from alarm to amusement. Several users drew immediate comparisons to fugitive pastor Shepherd Bushiri, who fled South Africa in 2020 amid fraud charges.

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@_Bongekile_ wrote: "Ayanda Ncwane is bringing us a brand new Bushiri 😳😳😬😭😭 what have done to deserve this.. who is this Pastor Benny Hinn😭😭😭"

@Naledi1027 pushed back, saying: "Not Benny Hinn Mamthembu he's not a bushiri clearly wena o le 2k awitsi niks"

@nomsaSkhanyile questioned why a foreign preacher was needed at all: "Why is Pastor not healing his own nation? Surely there's a lot of healing to do wherever he comes from before he can even think about spreading his healing power here."

@Arnold_Von_Mash offered historical context alongside a link to the documentary: "Benny Hinn? You, ma'am. This man been in the game 😭 Prosperity gospel didn't start yesterday... If you ever wondered where this whole 'seed, blessing breakthrough' formula comes from, this is worth watching."

@EvansSiphoMsiza offered a more measured take: "Benny Hinn has been there, Bushiri found Hinn on ministry already. And Hinn specialises in healing, one of his books Good morning Holy Spirit changed my devotional life!"

Source: Briefly News