Simza comes under attack for supporting ANC
Simza, whose real name is Ashley Raphala, voiced her support for the ANC party on social media just hours before the general election.
The musician has found himself at the centre of controversy after publicly voicing his support for the African National Congress (ANC) ahead of upcoming elections.
The DJ posted the ANC logo on Twitter, captioning it with a heart emoji in the party's three colours.
The post irritated a large number of Twitter users, who attacked and criticized him.
“The real beneficiaries of ANC corruption “#VoetsekANC,” wrote a Twitter user.
“Fortitude I have to unfollow you… you will pay the price Kaka,” another wrote.
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DJ Simza's public support for the ANC ahead of the elections has sparked a backlash in South Africa's volatile political climate, with some fans appreciating his right to political expression and others disappointed that he would back a controversial party.
As the country heads towards elections, Shimza's experience highlights the challenges public figures face in navigating the political stage in a deeply divided society.
