Manqoba “Khulu” Skenjana Declares Support for uMkhonto weSizwe Party Ahead of 2024 Elections
- Manqoba "Khulu" Skenjana has declared his support of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party ahead of the upcoming 2024 elections
- The former Isono actor shared several photos and videos encouraging supporters to stand for what is right
- Khulu spoke to Briefly News about his involvement in politics, and why other public figures may be hesitant to join the MK Party
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Seasoned actor, Manqoba "Khulu" Skenjana, has declared his political stance and the party that has his full support. The Isono star has spoken highly about the uMkhonto weSizwe Party and all that they can do to bring a positive change to the country.
Khulu Skenjana unveils political party of choice
As election time slowly approaches, it appears that not many South Africans know which political party they will vote for.
After countless cries for service delivery, not to mention nudges from stars like Bonang Matheba to register to vote, not everyone is clear on which political party deserves their checkmark despite the consensus of voting the ruling party out.
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However, it seems the Hangman actor, Manqoba "Khulu" Skenjana is clear on where his loyalties lie after revealing his support for the uMkhonto weSizwe Party led by former ANC president, Jacob Zuma.
Not only that, but as an artist, Skenjana has been able to align his values and principles with the MK Party and is convinced that with the party's leadership, artists will get the support they've so much needed in their careers.
He joins fellow MK Party member, Zulu Boy, who recently announced his seat in the party's creative council.
Speaking to Briefly News, the actor divulged how the event panned out:
"I was anxious, not knowing what to expect as it was uncharted grounds and a foreign experience for me, and I am so grateful that everything went exceptionally well. In a nutshell, I’ll say this: the winds of positive, true and meaningful change for the Bantu people are blowing."
Khulu went on to speak about his involvement in politics:
"With the exception of having been paid once before by the ANC and once by the EFF to be present at one of their rallies, this is the first time I am voluntarily and actively involved in politics."
"Gazati" touched on his assumptions on why public figures tend to shy away from supporting the MK Party despite their shared values:
"When it comes to the MK Party, there seems to be a fear of being blackballed or stigmatised for being associated with uMkhonto weSizwe.
"I suspect that privately, many creatives or artists support what the MK stands for, but they are crippled by the fear that this modern-day society has instilled in the majority of the people; speaking truth to power."
Taking to his Instagram page, Skenjana invited followers to the party's address to the cultural and creative industry, The Artist Round Table:
"Aren't you tired of being exploited? Poverty? Hunger? Your gross annual income is peanuts compared to the large amounts of money your exploiters make. They're enjoying a soft life with your blood, sweat, and tears."
Mzansi weighs in on Khulu Skenjana's support for the MK Party
Netizens supported Khulu's stance with the MK Party, with some being eager to join:
sketch_productions18 was interested:
"Interested. If we are far away, how do we stay informed? Can it be streamed, sir? Or go live on your IG when you are there?"
marvin_sbusiso praised Khulu:
"You're brave, bro."
mojunklife chanted:
"Africa my beginning, Africa my ending."
angel_pooe said:
"I missed out."
nzekedonald encouraged:
"All the creatives in Gauteng must unite."
Which other celebs are vocal about their political affiliations?
In an earlier report, Briefly News shared the details of several South African celebrities who are vocal about the political parties they support.
From Teboho Mokoena to Ntando Duma, the publication looked at who would have the stars' support in the upcoming 2024 elections.
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