CGE Demands End To Ngizwe Mchunu’s Platforms Following Homophobic Rants

The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has urged South Africans to withdraw both physical and online platforms from former Ukhozi FM presenter Ngizwe Mchunu following his recent homophobic remarks.

This call comes after Mchunu’s discriminatory outbursts against the LGBTQ community circulated widely on social media. In a viral video, Mchunu can be heard telling LGBTQ individuals to leave South Africa, describing their behaviour as “nonsensical”.

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has since instructed Mchunu to retract his offensive statements.

CGE Warns of Dangerous Impact on Marginalised Communities

CGE spokesperson Javu Baloyi condemned Mchunu’s comments, calling them a serious violation of human rights and an act that could incite violence against an already vulnerable group.

“The violent nature of Mchunu’s statements and the incitement that occurred over the past weekend at the KwaMai-Mai establishment in Johannesburg are shocking and unacceptable. Words have consequences, and in this case, they have sown fear, division, and potential harm among an already vulnerable group,” said Baloyi.

Baloyi added that Mchunu’s remarks could deepen the fear many LGBTQ South Africans already live with.

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“Marginalised communities such as LGBTQIA+ persons are often discouraged from seeking critical services, including healthcare, economic opportunities, and legal recourse, when they live under constant threat of violence.

“Historically, South Africa has witnessed the devastating outcomes of hate speech and targeted violence, particularly against black township lesbians since the early 2000s. Such incidents remind us that harmful words can quickly escalate into acts of brutality,” Baloyi said.

CGE Calls for Accountability and an End to Hate Speech

Baloyi also expressed concern over online support for Mchunu’s comments, describing such responses as rooted in patriarchy, sexism, and misogyny.

“Hate speech and incitement of violence not only endanger the lives of queer people but also erode public trust in state institutions such as the police and the justice system. They undermine the very foundations of our constitutional democracy,” he added.

The CGE reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights of all South Africans and urged the public to reject any form of hate speech or discrimination.

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