Gayton McKenzie Defends Fadiel Adams, Sparks Debate After Saying NCC Leader Fights for His People

• Patriotic Alliance leader Gayton McKenzie has come out in defence of Fadiel Adams before his Madlanga Commission appearance
• The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture also addressed allegations that he misused R31 million in public funds
• Social media users weighed in on McKenzie's comments about Adams, with many questioning what the Coloured community thought

Byron Pillay, a Briefly News journalist, has dedicated a decade to reporting on the South African political landscape, crime, and social issues. He worked as a newspaper journalist for 10 years before transitioning to online.

WESTERN CAPE - Gayton McKenzie has shown support for National Coloured Congress leader Fadiel Adams, saying that he fights for his people.

McKenzie, the leader of the Patriotic Alliance, made the comments on Monday, 10 August 2026, a day before Adams was due to appear before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.

Speaking directly to his followers during a live stream, McKenzie described Adams as someone who "loves people" and "fights for his people". He added that both Adams and himself had become "a threat to many people" as a result of their political work.

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McKenzie addresses R31 million misappropriation allegation

During the broadcast, McKenzie also addressed allegations that he had misappropriated R31 million in public funds. The R31 million expenditure by the Sport, Arts and Culture Minister on the FIFA World Cup delegation has been a focal point of political scrutiny and debate.

Speaking about the expenditure, McKenzie rejected any suggestion of wrongdoing.

He framed the criticism that he and Adams face as politically motivated attacks, urging supporters of the PA to focus on growing the party rather than responding to detractors.

South Africans react to McKenzie’s comments

McKenzie’s statement drew sharp criticism from social media users, including members of the Coloured community that McKenzie and Adams claim to represent.

@fredasekind wrote:

"I am a coloured from the Cape Flats, and Gayton can take Fadiel home with him. I want nothing to do with 'daai ding'."

@KagisoSeleka1 said:

"No one who understands the very valid concerns of the Coloured community in SA takes Fadiel seriously. He will blame his lies about his 'broken' laptop on the PKTT budget tomorrow. That's the issue. He lies, then uses the legit concerns of the Coloured community as a shield."

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@khaphiditoti added:

"Geyithini spent all his time in the GNU being a Ramaphosa praise singer; now it’s election time, and he’s just remembered that he is representing coloureds. Ag shame, sies tog."

@ProudXhosaman said:

"Jokes aside, I really doubt that Adams and Gayton will be back in Parly. I mean, these guys are using poor Coloureds/ Cape Flats' plight to represent criminals in parliament."

@MojelaTshepho asked:

"What is the Coloured community saying about this? What exactly is Adams representing without a mere laptop?"

McKenzie vows to deal with gangsterism

Briefly News highlighted facts about McKenzie’s commitment to tackling gangsterism if the Patriotic Alliance gains power.

The PA leader directed criticism at the Democratic Alliance and the African National Congress over their failure to deal with the issue.

South Africans express mixed reactions to McKenzie’s statements, with many left wondering if his bold claims will translate into meaningful action.

Source: Briefly News