South Africa: A New Mayor | ARTE.tv Documentary

In a region that is an ANC voting stronghold, Chris Pappas is a rare thing, an opposition party white mayor elected by a black majority population.
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[@Frivals]

10:21 the main problems here as in the rest of Africa, is obesity and lack of discipline

[@sean.butterworth]

Actually, it’s not that unusual for white people who grew up in rural South Africa to speak the vernacular. White children who grow up on farms in that area all speak Zulu. What is unique, in this case, is that Mayor Pappas has used his knowledge as a tool of cooperation rather than control. Our country is hugely polarised, so it’s heartening to see this. We need many more leaders like him, who see politics as a vocation to a life of service, rather than a career with prospective financial gain

[@christinemeyer7163]

my grandmother, mother uncle, aunt, nephews--all speak Zulu fluently!!

[@nomsaledwaba8931]

You are right , not only Zulu. Other South African languages are spoken by white people where ever they are. Some white people speak Sesotho or Venda fluently.

[@andilemtshe9063]

They a lot of them in the Eastern Cape

[@Healingson]

I met a white guy in the Eastern Cape who spoke to me in Xhosa and I couldn't understand him cause i'm Zulu

[@nansmith8703]

Quite right. My child grew up in this area and speaks fluent Zulu as did his father.

[@Abibliadiz-ke8wz]

Chris doesn't only speak the language, his mannerisms portray an understanding of the people he's leading. Watch him pass the phone, that hand coordination and courtesy is representative of someone appreciating you. It's sad that there are people who would like to see such efforts fail. Congratulations to the Mayor and his Deputy.

[@lebraa9233]

Abibliadiz-ke8wz Thank you somuch for à good vision this Mayor standing for human being with Heart and the whole teambuilding future togetherness he need more people like you MAKING the Country come up again living in bad situation Povert is not normale in these modernisering is going forward with new innovation together you standing stronger for peacefull living we hope so stay safe Blessing 🙏🙏🤗❤

[@notinterested8452]

Thanks for explaining to us.

[@simangelelekhuleni6467]

Spot on. If he wasn't part of DA and had his own party I would vote for him.

[@mrsampletesterparody4955]

We didn't need apartheid 😢😢.. we just needed to work together in harmony for all ppl..we could be the best country in the world

[@nathanaelbartholomew]

That's true. Even the mindsets would have been different. We would not be competing on the basis of the colour of our skin.

[@jacqueslandman8044]

Agreed, unfortunately, we can't change the past. We can work together now, though, to build the future all of our children deserve.

[@wilsonvusimuzi1461]

Well done to this mayor and his team this is what South Africa wants not people who do not know what they are doing in the offices, we don't need thugs but people who have vision.

[@user-pz7fd3xo3q]

Congrats Chris I am behind you.

[@lebraa9233]

Wilsonvusimuzi1 I saluut you somuch you have the brainstorm thank you that is what you all need to fix the broken country together and get succesfull to leave in hamony together you standing stronger team with this Mayor God may procted you all there 🤗🙏🙏❤

[@Deontjie]

The people of South Africa needs clinics. How many clinics has been burned down by the people of South Africa? I only know about my local clinic in Numzamo, near Somerset West.

[@lebraa9233]

@@Deontjie Deontjie i think the people in South Afrika they dont see dangerius of all these destroying Clinic which themselvers needed they keep on following EFF which is calling for Violences and damaged building sociëty which cannot be build up with one day this is terrible naïevelingen thank you for reaction

[@tsaki_titan]

​@@lebraa9233wtf are you fucking failing to say bruh??! And why the fuck are you spacing twice and using letters not used in english??!?!?!?!

[@laurachelini1891]

I live in Howick, and confirm all the improvements in the district. In one year, the municipality debt was cleared, which is proof of new council 's integrity, efficiency, and diligence. Pappas is an inspiring young leader. Oh and by the way : ngikhuluma isizulu ncane! 😉

[@cheynepearson1960]

Nice to hear it. I hope it continues!

[@tpmash]

We had Tyrone Green In Gauteng, Krugersdorp! He was just as amazing as Chris although he didn’t speak an Venecular

[@eenigheid3186]

May your people be protected against an ANC /EFF hi-jacking they love chaos and disorder.

[@cryptostormer2512]

@@eenigheid3186 Yep born and financed by the bankers. Divide and conquer

[@lebraa9233]

Laurac What a absoluut good News about yours Mayor Chris Pappas With his whole Kabinet teambuilding so positieve ambition the Which make people excepty all around seen that his speak the language to make them understand very wonderfull within 1yrs you a experience the result we can only praise for more people like Chris Pappas we are Wishing God protecting in future togetherness in the Country Thank your reaction 👍🙏❤

[@Castaca27]

What a hero! So refreshing to see a politician doing his job

[@m.x.refrigxolani8365]

Thankyou Chris. I'm one person who don't give a single dime about someone's skin color, but someone's performance, someone's service.

[@Cracker1268]

So proud of Howick and the wonderfull work you are doing Mr Mayor,. God bless the DA.

[@Tonythebomb-xk1pv]

Well said xolani8365

[@lebraa9233]

M.xrefrigxolani8 Thank you somuch for your reaction with a positieve news about yours Mayor you all standing better teambuilding in the future New innovation leaders we hope so stay safe Blessing 👍🙏❤

[@luyandazulu7395]

Wow i love this man yazini. We have never seen such in KZN before.

[@ronstochler]

I truly believe that Chris Pappas is taking a correct approach. I also feel that he can achieve more if he works more closely with Zulu tribal leaderships if they willing to cooperative and work well together. The ANC has evolved into a one party system riddled with corruption, criminality and lazy good for nothing bureaucrats with no ambition to improve people's lives.

[@charybdis8113]

Tribal leaders are very corrupt. All they care is money.

[@lebraa9233]

Ronstochler I saluut Chris Pappas with his whole teambuilding Leaders a Mayor for human being with Heart for people as i understand how happy their are with his members and non wealthy so thanks fully with the his helping hands imagine that ingreably thank You for reaction 👍❤

[@nomthimalunga7880]

💯 Exactly

[@lebraa9233]

@@nomthimalunga7880 nomthimalunga7880 Thank you for your reaction together in peace better future its important SA is beautifull continent in Afrika stay safe 👍🙏❤

[@liverman9000]

I agree except, as a South African I think we can do without tribal leaders. Seriously it's time to get past the whole tribal thing in South Africa.

[@TheTherealbadboy]

This video needs to be spread far and wide across South Africa before the next elections...Pappas is probably the only person that could lead this country out of the mess that the rest of the politicians have caused

[@WadeHutchinson_]

Well I've just watched this, and I live in Germany! So it's definitely getting spread out! I'm so excited for next year, and really hoping the beautiful country of South Africa gets what it deserves.

[@tyrone9953]

The only person, really? You see a white person speaking zulu and now you think they the only option😂

[@tyrone9953]

He is a good leader tho hopefully he plays a bigger role in the country

[@thepsychicpeach8425]

Been saying this, my generation (Post Apartheid babies) will be the one's to change this country. Once all the old bastards running this country die out and the 90's and 2000's take over. It'll be a new south africa.

[@Onwabile-uc8sm]

Too much power in a short space of time can invite jealousy. He must first earn even better results at grassroots level

[@ollievw3450]

My associates and I met Chris Pappas when he visited our vegetable farming business to see how we can work together to improve the municipality. Such a well-rounded person with high integrity and he even surprised when he saw our hydroponics/aeroponics system by telling us he built these himself in his college days. He is relentless in his efforts to improve the lives of all and Umngeni is very lucky to have him. I am sure he will make big difference in the next elections.

[@vaughanrix7610]

As a white South African, I can say that this is way you connect with people, with respect and honour. I have wanted to learn Zulu for a while, and again have been inspired to learn. Bless you Chris, I hope you succeed.

[@LethaboMatseke]

if I may suggest: hang around Zulu people more often and only speak Zulu, you will learn it that way.

[@EMFRocks]

@@LethaboMatseke I have indeed started working with a Zulu speaking and have picked up some phrases.👍

[@LethaboMatseke]

@@EMFRocks now that's effort right there brother 👏👏👏👏👏

[@hey_kudisco_podcast]

Please learn. You’re missing another world and a chance to connect to people

[@justabouteverything4138]

What a great story of hope and what can be done in South Africa - we need more leaders like Chris and his team!

[@user-pf5xq3lq8i]

The propaganda video worked on you I see. The agenda is US control of South Africa. We will never join with US+UK colonialists and their illegal wars. Never.

[@botswanainsight3804]

Yes Africa needs such young motivated leaders not motivated by money but service to the people, and giving people opportunities based on merit not favors. Kudos from Botswana

[@sararichardson737]

Botswana is a great country too. my only problem with it is that it is land locked.

[@ElectrostatiCrow]

Hello. We are very proud of him too.

[@fin2-em2mf]

no wonder your leaders are busy funding asians and whytes with your tax monies, instead of empowering indigenous people....shut the pfck up....your diamonds, tourism, retail and beef industry is WHYTE AND ASIAN OWNED.....so gtfoh...

[@fin2-em2mf]

@@sararichardson737 its great because whytes and asians own botswana....lol

[@ValeeFrench]

​@@fin2-em2mfNo, that's South Africa. Your group destroys everything it touches thanks to the ANC.

[@huwzebediahthomas9193]

All the best, Mr Pappas, all the best to you. 👍🙂🇿🇦

[@melusinxumalo4533]

Pappas is one of a kind. He is different, his leadership is inspiring given his age as well. He is definitely the best in the country

[@eenigheid3186]

He has found the secret to success - SEVERVE the people with honesty and dedication. ANC miss the ploy on that one and have for nearly 30 years.

[@samazwe]

I am a resident of this municipality. Chris has done so much and his ethos is truly inspirational. I really see him having a shot at the presidency in the future because a lot of us are being disillussioned by the ruling party's failures, and we want them gone!

[@giannamokoka8212]

True

[@lm_b5080]

i understand that older black people would not want to vote for a white man because of the past, but what about younger black generations? would they vote for him do you think?

[@samazwe]

@@lm_b5080 Absolutely! I'm in the under 30 demographic and run a small local business. What he has done for black youth owned businesses has been a boon, opening doors for funding and facilitating free business development programs. These were unheard of in the old leadership, and the little opportunities that were available only benefited those who had special connections to the leadership. Along with igniting a sense of pride in our culturally diverse community, he has revived our sports and tourism sectors, which were previously neglected by the old administration. In short, despite the decades of damage and inequality that still need to be reversed from the old guard, there is a glimmer of hope in the horizon. We are tired of being guilted for not supporting a failing party still holding on to it's past freedom-fighting past. There is a great sense of a need to move on from all the race politics and get things done interms of economic development and service delivery. That's where the majority of young black voters are as we head to the polls next year!

[@giannamokoka8212]

@@lm_b5080 I would vote for him

[@mxolisimagubane3204]

The guy studied economics afterall. Make us proud fellow economist.

[@stanleyseiti1317]

Once in a lifetime comes an Alexander and he becomes The Great...may God keep this young man for South Africa.

[@giannamokoka8212]

May the Almighty protect him please💔😭

[@JacquiM2023]

I hope DA don't interfere with the work they are doing and make things too political. Chris Pappas and his Deputy Sandile are really applying themselves. Great that they are hiring more young people.

[@YouTubeGlobalAdminstrator]

What do you have against the DA, what about the EFF or ANC...?

[@JonathanHilierChannel]

If things become politicised the ANC and EFF might try interfere because Papas is DA member@@KZbinGlobalAdminstrator That's the risk if the DA puts the spotlight on uMngeni. Nothing against any parties, Jacqui is just pointing out the danger.

[@stanleyseiti1317]

Yes I hope the DA leaves him undefiled

[@JacquiM2023]

@@KZbinGlobalAdminstrator political parties in general are problematic.

[@JacquiM2023]

@@stanleyseiti1317 true his heart and work is set in making a change. I can already tell that he is weighed down by the theatrics of political battles. He doesn't say it in many words but you can tell.

[@lindabarron3559]

This is what is needed in South Africa. ❤

[@fin2-em2mf]

apartheid justice is what is needed....until then

[@ncamsilezwane5746]

I like Pappas he’s a good guy, he cares about the poor.

[@truth-Hurts375]

Really ????

[@jean-pierredejongh2366]

​@@truth-Hurts375they are falling for the same nonsense all over again... The DA did this before with Helen Zille in the beginning when she was kissing so many Black people and pretending to care about poor people only to bask in her privilege later

[@vut_zarco]

@@truth-Hurts375 yes

[@brucebaker8844]

@@truth-Hurts375wait till he has a fire pool before you question.

[@ThamiNdlalane]

Just concerned for his life, not everyone likes a good and honest leader, especially in that province.

[@mrrhsmit]

Just imagine every municipality like this in South Africa. The lives of many can be improved so drastically. I think fear is the only thing holding people back from changing their vote. It doesn't matter the color or gender of the surgeon operating on you, the nurse taking care of you, the pilot flying you - why does this not apply when electing our government officials?

[@antlerman7644]

Props to him for learning the language. Making the world better by his hard work. Good job

[@huwzebediahthomas9193]

Certainly, especially doing that clicking vowel in their language. 🙂👍

[@zat0076]

he definitely grew up in d culture

[@khaltsharivist365]

Every immigrant group interested in cohesion or politics should speak the native language of the area they settle in, Rishi Sunak in Britain doesnt get credit for speaking fluent English.

[@johnathandaviddunster38]

@@khaltsharivist365 SUNAK doesn't give a stuff for the poor, this guy seems to help the poor ..

[@marleneclough3173]

He most likely grew up with it and spoke it from childhood

[@sararichardson737]

The most beautiful country. I so hope for RSA. It deserves its dignity to match it’s beauty. Impressive young man. Takes a lot for a young white South African to put his shoulder to the wheel and support his community. This is like a dream.

[@fionam.1784]

There are many white children who grew up on sugar farms in KZN who speak Zulu fluently.

[@marleneclough3173]

I had a friend who grew up in Natal Midlands and spoke isiZulu before she spoke English

[@mazibukomail]

Don't lie.

[@marleneclough3173]

@@mazibukomail it is not a lie

[@chronosmagasaurus2813]

@@mazibukomail I have Indian friends from Isipingo South of Durban who speak first language Zulu second language English... Know your country

[@lm_b5080]

a nice anecdote from our youth in natal is that when english and afrikaans kids play together they speak zulu to each other :)

[@matthiasvanrhijn280]

There is still hope for South Africa ♥️🇿🇦 Thank You for this wonderful documentary!

[@JohnHaze4666]

This mayor even gets invites in the royal house,when you do good, good things follows you.

[@deserteagle7032]

Well done to this Mayor. It is unusual to see a mayor or even councillor interacting positively with the community. And top marks for the community for choosing a mayor on his actions, rather than his political background. This community and mayor should be an inspiration to the rest of SA.

[@JonathanBradysouth-africa]

Cannot believe this is the man who once helmed the councellor's office in my neighbourhood of Sydenham, Durban all those years ago back from 2014. So inspiring.

[@juciyjcurtis7938]

Awe the nymz

[@deandalanca9875]

As a young South African, I wish he was our president!

[@michaeltownsend4644]

Inspiring story. If only we had this calibre of leadership in the national government, we’d be back on track to prosperity and stability. The threats to his life are symptomatic of how far we have sunk under the ANC.

[@marcanthonyfranz]

I learned quite a bit from this documentary. Well done Mr Mayor. You are a true inspiration and fine example of good leadership. Delivering services and bridging cultures.

[@GCLTCL68]

Mayor Papas you give me hope for South Africa

[@spanspek51]

Every encouragement to Chris Papas and his deputy! This is the new South Africa that Madiba envisioned!! This is inspiring and gives us hope for the future of our amazing country… well done to you all! Keep up the good work please and continue to inspire!!👏👏

[@bongumusamakhathini7815]

Absolutely this shows us that we are one and can make it if we change our attitudes and embrace each other.

[@etiennecfourie777]

Compliments to Mayor Chris Pappas!!

[@grantdwillemse21]

11:38 "Everything has changed, because we have everything now..." I got a lump in my throat when the young lady said that. We forget how privileged we are at times. Our people have such basic needs and requirements but this government failed to deliver even the basics. I think it's a disgrace how people are treated and expected to live after 30 years of democracy. I salute Chris Pappas, His Deputy and their administration for recognizing the needs of the people in the community and bringing on positive change and dignity to their lives.

[@McIntyreBible]

2:45, 3:35, Chris Pappas seems like he has genuine concern for the people.

[@nomthimalunga7880]

I believe in this man. As a young black female of South Africa I am proud to see such leadership🤞🤞🤞

[@willek1335]

As a 30s man from Norway, it's interesting to learn a bit about SA, and your thoughts. Takk.

[@alexanderjsdowding]

What an incredible South African. Mayor Pappas is such an inspiration. I love that he is able to converse with his constituents in their home language. We need more of this in Mzansi. Civil servants who actually take the time to explain things to the residents in the municipalities that they are in charge of. Thumbs up to them and may they enjoy more power as a result of their hard work. Keep spreading the gospel of service delivery. Well done to the producers of this short film too. Very insightful and filmed and narrated professionally.

[@ntetesemela9345]

Ndizela Phezulu Mayor Chris Papas Kanye nabo bonke Abafowethu noDadewethu abakwesekile ngoMusa kaJehova. Amen 🛐✌️❤️🇿🇦

[@TheSoulja99]

One of the most inspirational things I have ever seen.

[@tonitappous2422]

Do you know that the City of Cape Town under the dynamic leadership of Mayor Geordin Hill Lewis is spending 75% of its budget this year on uplifting and building infrastructure in previously disadvantaged areas of the City like Khayelitsha and Philippi? What is the ANC/EFF doing other than making our country and people poorer? See " Budget comparison confirms Cape Town delivers the most for the poor while offering ratepayers value for money ", Giordin Hill Lewis, Daily Maverick and, " Cape Town breaks all- time record for municipal infrastructure spending ", Cape Business News.

[@adrianjeffreys1238]

It's pretty awesome, hey? He's gifted😊😊😊

[@bruce8554]

Just what the doctor ordered. An inspirational documentary. Chris, hat's off to you, boet-all respect and encouragement to you. All we want is trustworthy individuals who inspire and lead from the trenches, as you're doing. I've only voted in one election in my life-the first democratic one, but I will gladly give you my vote, as will a flood of others. Bravo

[@user-tf4lk4fm7i]

What's up with that vile flag?

[@murrayeldred3563]

Impressive young chap.

[@Aelthal]

I hope he succeeds in his journey to change the province. This is what the SA needs. Years of corrupt ANC government crippled this beautiful and rich country. Examples like Zuma, Eskom, Gupta's just to name a few. This set the country back with poverty and crime. It's time for the new generation to take over and turn it around. Let's look beyond Race, sex, gender etc. It's time for a wave of change.

[@khaltsharivist365]

The corruption and incompetency of ANC led government has not helped at all but let’s not pretend that the problems of inequality and relative deprivation are 29yrs old. It’s not like domestic infrastructure like water, sanitation, electricity, housing, quality education etc were widely available. These are centuries old problems which were deliberately engineered, and will need sober minds to take deliberate measures to fix… not this let’s all hug trees and let bygones be bygones. The fact that they voted this man to be mayor it shows that majority have no malice. Unfortunately the Mayor even if he had the best intentions is in the wrong vehicle for that. Democratic Alliance does not believe in redressing these historical injustices in particular denial of access to facilities and equal opportunities by the previous apartheid government.

[@malanpapenfus6667]

Thank you, that is the message that needs to echo throughout South Africa.

[@RoninZulu]

As a Howick native (Tweedie!), I must say it's surreal seeing Howick transform so quickly and in such an amazing way. Brilliant.

[@User40919]

It doesn't matter what skin colour you are, being a good leader is all that matters.

[@victorsalmon2109]

As a South African living abroad this is very inspirational and I pray that I too can come back home and make a difference!

[@mosheeden1043]

Please👏👏

[@tonitappous2422]

Please vote from overseas in next year's election! You need a valid ID and SA passport and can register online if not already on voter's roll.

[@simphiwensindiso1741]

I love Chris Pappa's, one day he must be the DA leader in KZN. The whole province supports him

[@suziehilliar4656]

So honored to live in my wonderful Umgeni municipality so proud of our Mayor and Deputy Mayor ❤❤

[@esther.ndlovu]

This is encouraging. Our nation has a long way to go, but with more people this like, who truly want to make a positive impact and help people we really can turn things around. All the best to Chris and his team.👏🏾

[@goldust3212]

I remembered when he was Ward 31 councillor, he listened and everything got done. DA won the Ward every time since then due to him

[@maekajacob630]

My leader❤❤❤

[@mukeloncube410]

I wish he was our Mayor, Ethekwini Municipality.

[@tonitappous2422]

Vote DA in the upcoming Provincial and National elections so that this incredible man can become Premier of KZN and bring jobs and prosperity to the whole Province!!

[@mukeloncube410]

I don’t understand why would they be jealous of someone who’s doing good. Especially as black, it is embarrassing that we get jealous of people who do good things for us or for themselves.

[@ProcaviaCapensis-ts8ub]

It's more about greed and corruption than jealousy. He's upset those that used to benefit from corrupt tenders.

[@buyimncube2588]

Kahle kahle I'm amazed too, and they forget that you can not change inherent problems over night He has done such a great job, his sincere and not misleading with empty promises His a good lad 👦 👏 I'm appoled by negative comments

[@eenigheid3186]

We need to start looking past skin colours. Good or evil is in the heart and soul of a person it is not stuck on their skin.

[@buyimncube2588]

@@eenigheid3186 That's how we should elect our leaders now Someone who has good intentions and interests

[@eenigheid3186]

@@buyimncube2588 Could not agree with you more. The ineffective float into senior leadership positions. Great for their egos and but does zero for supplying them with ability they lack to do the job. Even worse taxpayers pay their salaries .

[@aikotoba99]

This mayor, assistant mayor and assistant are an example of how people can just work together without needing a big ego and fancy cars like many in the ANC. Power to the people. I hope that the people win because that's what matters anyway.

[@tonitappous2422]

Yes, exactly! As the Springboks have shown us, we are much stronger as a nation when we work together!!

[@mikeperkins4356]

Well done Chris and Deputy Sandile! So good to see!

[@wanjalajesse1694]

We Africans should understand that it's not about the color but the Moral aspect of the person. We have so many black leaders that think of themselves.

[@InstigatorDJ]

Probably the only transparent/uncorrupted Mayor In South Africa.

[@lm_b5080]

Western cape is full of them

[@tonitappous2422]

Do you know that the City of Cape Town under the dynamic young leadership of Mayor Geordin Hill Lewis is spending 75% of its budget this year on uplifting and building infrastructure in previously disadvantaged areas of the City like Khayelitsha? See " Budget comparison confirms Cape Town delivers the most for the poor while offering ratepayers value for money ", Geordin Hill Lewis, Daily Maverick and " Cape Town breaks all- time record for municipal infrastructure spending ", Cape Business News.

[@mk84jam]

Very heart warming and a positive glimpse of hope for a purely equal and prosperus future for South Africa. Fantastic.

[@aimhigh3701]

This country needs more young leaders

[@tonitappous2422]

The DA has many inspirational young leaders!! Do you know that the City of Cape Town under the progressive and dynamic leadership of Mayor Geordin Hill Lewis is spending 75% of its budget this year on uplifting and building infrastructure in previously disadvantaged areas of the City like Khayelitsha? See " Budget comparison confirms Cape Town delivers the most for the poor while offering ratepayers value for money " Geordin Hill Lewis, Daily Maverick and " Cape Town breaks all- time record for municipal infrastructure spending ", Cape Business News.

[@wandilengcobeni1427]

Main stream media won't show this, but we trust God to advertise DA not as racist but as government for the people.❤

[@tonitappous2422]

Yes, indeed! This is one of the most insightful comments I have read on this Documentary!

[@maximomgwadira1687]

This is a great documentary especially for me being an African from a developing country which also faces similar issues. It is actually nice to see that there are leaders out here who are not politicians. Who actually are accountable and take responsibility for their constituents. Brilliant Mayor Pappas 👏🏽. Africa needs more leaders like you

[@nathanngumi8467]

Great portrait! Chris and Sandile are the future of South Africa.

[@user-ww5qw8jd3b]

They fixing potholes after 29yrs. I'm ashamed of ANC

[@giannamokoka8212]

Anc is embarrassing

[@garagepie]

He is an amazing South African! 👏 Well done Chris! Onwards and upwards! In 2024 vote for the good guys! Moonshot Pact!

[@fionazerbst5771]

Beautiful. The South Africa that South Africans deserve. ❤

[@wouterswanepoel5753]

Excellent video. Fantastic job done by Chris and his small but hardworking, dedicated team. They're setting an example which puts most municipalities, large and small, to shame. I predict wonderful, ground-breaking leadership careers for this young man and his deputy. Well done chaps!

[@SonikaWolmarans]

Praise God!! So much hope for South Africa 🕊

[@sportstop5]

Great example of someone getting involved and actually trying to make a difference in peoples lives. Massive respect!

[@danafrican9697]

I am proud uMngeni resident who has no problem paying rates and much more under the leadership of our Mayor Papa Action🙂😊. I hope the DA will let him run our beloved municipality for as long as he wishes.

[@nhlanhlamyeni8710]

Our ONLY hope in KZN may God continue to protect you❤❤

[@lillyteggin710]

At last. A story of hope

[@feeroza685]

Mayor Pappas, what a breath of fresh air you are. An impressionable character indeed, giving hope to many despondent South African citizens. Thank you for who you are and what you stand for. May you always be protected and your journey ahead be filled with great success with all that you wish to achieve.

[@abnerletsele2183]

We are not a bad people , we South Africans... I'm so proud of this man.

[@ahdr8852]

The DA gets things done 🎉

[@tiankeyser]

I'm so glad that there is a change in these people's lives. Well done mayor !!!

[@georgemcdonald649]

Fantastic!!!Keep the constituency Informed and in the loop of things!!!

[@errolrose5401]

Mayor and deputy you guys are the future of SA VIVA DA!!!

[@LockedDownSpectator]

In a country where we make everything about race, I can't wait for the day we look BEYOND black and white. Here is an example of why we should.

[@tweet4132]

No apartheid here.Good work in learning Zulu.

[@aprilsmith3683]

A light in our corrupt and broken country...🇿🇦

[@cassyvorster466]

Awesome. I hope the future has more promise like this. Vote 2024#DA

[@dwebaart9933]

Make papas trend guys he's my favourite

[@mossfairy3060]

We all need to speak the language ... we are South Africans after all🎉

[@jaylange119]

This is what SA needs young people in politics that care does not matter the colour but putting the right people in right places, this is massive example of wat a United South Africa can achieve Chris for president

[@NetEenWaarheid]

Pappas for president!!

[@MrSchuits]

Great to see this. Last time I was in Howick the falls area was abandoned with rocks placed across the road. I was deeply saddened to see what a major landmark like that had become under the previous administration.

[@vicferrmat4492]

It would be great for you because it's a white man.

[@MrSchuits]

@@vicferrmat4492 Not everything is about race.

[@InJouHande]

​@@vicferrmat4492why must you be racist

[@tonitappous2422]

​@@vicferrmat4492 Identity Politics is keeping us divided and mistrusting of one another ( like apartheid). Mandela and the Springboks have shown us that we are much stronger as a nation and get much better results when we work together to fix our problems!!

[@gogogille740]

It's great that he speaks isiZulu, it's great that he visits the uMngeni rural areas and informal settlements and listens to their needs and does something about it! He is behaving exactly as a Mayor should - this is where democracy is important - at grassroots. I to hope that the upper echelons of the DA leave him alone, as unfortunately they are not people I can respect. I do wish that people (and the commentary) wouldn't characterise the EFF as 'radical left' when they have all the tendencies of FACSISM! Long live Mayor Pappas!!

[@lwandlemthombeni4070]

Wow. This gives young people who care about the future hope!

[@Codydoggy]

Just shows what the ANC did... nothing!! Vote DA

[@tshepomotshepana7635]

As a South African I do not care about a race I want proper services but here is my problem with the DA in most parts they only provide proper services to white areas only cape Town is a perfect example but big up to Chris for he hard work

[@jonye7511]

When you want see what suits you then you will compare this work done in rural areas of KZN to the services being provided in the overcrowded areas of cape town where ongoing urban migration puts severe strain on the budget and resources.

[@anomalousviewer3164]

Mayb they mainly govern in white areas, cause they were voted for by those people...

[@etiennen4136]

70% of the Westen Cape budget is towards rural and under developed areas. Considering cost in major Cities are much higher this should be 60:40 and not 30:70. I also only heard amount the Cape Town or it may be the whole of the Western Cape, not sure but the principle applies. They are doing more than we get to hear about

[@tshepomotshepana7635]

Truth is the DA does not want to expand cape Town there was a report from iol about it. Secondly SA is an economy of migration plus Capetown gets money to build housing but they divert it to keep the city being a play ground for the elites

[@tshepomotshepana7635]

Rubbish if that was the case why are rural areas specifically black ND coloureds areas look like hell holes

[@charlesmarinier5255]

Amazing person. Well done, Chris.

[@thabangmoyo3322]

Pappas you are an inspiration to many ❤. Stay blessed.

[@comradejohn5302]

Southafricans you are lucky, you got a leader,i wish he was Kenyan

[@lapengpropertyagentslapeng1439]

You had Dr Richard Leakey.

[@comradejohn5302]

@@lapengpropertyagentslapeng1439 he was not bad but unfortunately passed on

[@fullmetaltheorist]

He is really good.

[@carolbuchan2268]

So proud of Chris and his team. Keep up the good work and keep safe.

[@stephenhubber9184]

You know that SA is on the up when a young woman living in a cardboard shack recognises positive change. Even small changes are big changes in a world of neglect.

[@anthonybarnard3527]

Great guy !!Keep up the good work and VOTE DA lets see the difference everywhere!!👍