I talk to the ANC Mayor who accused me of racism for making a satirical version of the SA anthem.

[@moneyonline2238]

I am black and i found it hilarious. Some light in these dark times.

[@verenakoch1261]

Maybe the mayor has his hand in the illegal cigarette trade😂

[@jean-pierreengelbrecht7207]

@Bunk AssPitch Money Online was quite obviously referring to the song, not death threats. How in the fuck did you even manage to get to that from his/her remark. Goeie fok nee.

[@heinrichlombard6416]

I'm with you brother. I pray for the day we can all live together in peace and love one another.

[@bryanlewis3913]

@Zacky J Butttthurt

[@qwertyt586]

Why mention your skin colour...WE DON'T FUCKIN CARE.So you think you're special cuz you're black and you agree with this

[@digitalrea]

This mayor is absolutely ridiculous. Don't let them censor you man! Continue with what you're doing, behind you 100%

[@kobussnyman6747]

I'm 100% behind you. His must bring in apartheid and racism to strenghten his argument.

[@Jorge-yy3dd]

Report all those who twitted or re-twitted "skin him alive" to Twitter moderators for incitement to violence and racial hatred, and have their twitter accounts blocked. It is that simple.

[@christamcevoy146]

Case in point - the mayor cannot debate, does not understand satire & does not have a sense of humor.

[@LordPrince10-o6u]

Mxm.

[@jeffvanzyl2530]

Small minds generally think this way -

[@MommaB74]

I love how respectful and fair, and honest you are through this.

[@qarah6473]

I don't understand how that was racist. The Kiffness, you keep doing your thing

[@lesaaaaaaaaaaa]

@LISTEN UP I believe you ment 'some' not same

[@SheaBethell]

​@LISTEN UP What does racism smell like chief? 😂😂😂 I think you need some more education yourself, and maybe a Valium.

[@josiahpercimoney5219]

@@SheaBethell 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 that was legendary mate

[@yevgeniyaleshchenko849]

@@josiahpercimoney5219 No, using the name of the medicine -that many people actually need to use for their mental health - as an insult is NEVER cool. No matter against whom it's addressed, even if it ''warranted'', we should refrain from using mental illness as a casual insult in our arguments/

[@yevgeniyaleshchenko849]

@@SheaBethell using the name of the medicine -that many people actually need to use for their mental health - as an insult is NEVER cool. No matter against whom it's addressed, even if it ''warranted'', we should refrain from using mental illness as a casual insult in our arguments/

[@golderschick]

And, as Ricky Gervais once said "Just because you're offended, doesn't mean you're right."

[@395suzy]

Yes well Trevor Noah can sing the anthem to suit him?

[@lynnsintention5722]

I am not south african but I am black and you have the right to speak freely as far as I am concerned....Must be difficult for you there. I like your stuff

[@trintapinto2624]

“The further a society moves from the truth, the more they will hate those who speak it.” (George Orwell)

[@NateK9official]

Trinta Pinto this comment is legend

[@groovemasta5082]

1984 in 2020 I have been saying it for years but everyone just laughed at me lol now I laugh at them wearing masks as I have been talking about what is currently happening for years already

[@anteacomhewnes168]

SA is 1984 now. Smokers are wrongthinkers but they just allowed Victory Gin to raise morale. Junior Anti-Sex Leage = ANC Women's League

[@kabelolive]

It's not racist. I don't agree with him. It's satire. Period.

[@lindalogan8460]

Kabelo spot on 👍👏💕🇿🇦🎶

[@lebz752]

On periodt.

[@neilpincus4667]

Yep. You understand satire though. Clearly the good mayor doesn't. It's a bit tricky for some people.

[@kabelolive]

And this a type of a mayor who wouldn't agree to be on The Big Debate show.

[@erikweisz1304]

You should know by now that for government, the saying goes: "Sticks and stones will break my bones, and words will completely destroy me"

[@jamiedavidson7799]

Love & hugs! I love and respect you, David. I pray for your safety. You are a treasure. Dialogue is so important. Feel the strength of our prayers supporting you in the struggle for justice. God bless SA! ❤ ~starlady

[@dorothybaleseng8874]

,I'm black South African leaving abroad and when I saw this I was laughing ,I think he forgets about freedom of speech. Nothing racist about this ok?You have a talent making people laugh is not easy and people appreciate you.Keep up your good work.

[@User-uq1pj]

I think you meant living and not leaving

[@TheBodieClan]

@@User-uq1pj Maybe Dorothy has found her way out of the Rabbit Hole and is coming back to MZanzi? Perhaps? Maybe that is why she is LEAVING? Or maybe she just messed it up ... **lol**

[@HippyNinjaSimmy]

We will stand by you, I really don't think this is racist, and I'm a proud South African! This brought me joy in a very dark time, and I will defend it and you as much as I possibly can.

[@HippyNinjaSimmy]

All the people I sent it to loved it too, for the record. Please stay safe, cos this is scary as shit. Please stay safe!!!!

[@HippyNinjaSimmy]

Also I was sent this for the first time by a person of colour who is also a proud South African. That's how I found this channel...

[@lindalarose9881]

I agree with you. But hope he called his mom back.

[@HippyNinjaSimmy]

@@lindalarose9881 totally! 😂😂

[@Jorge-yy3dd]

Report all those who twitted or re-twitted "skin him alive" to Twitter moderators for incitement to violence and racial hatred, and have their twitter accounts blocked. It is that simple.

[@lindimashinini7237]

I think the ANC cares more about the national anthem than ACTUAL South Africa

[@leroydavids4253]

Say that again...

[@willisengelbrecht7731]

It's all propaganda, all they care about is lining their own pockets.

[@pranavramraj5141]

Amen🤣

[@harduroracerextras1692]

If the anc wasn't in government we would have a country that actually works

[@jpswindon2428]

No

[@ntobekoshabangu6490]

It's really difficult for a African like myself when a African leader conducts themselves like this, because it creates this notion that we agree them but alot of time we don't agree with the grand standing, sensualism. If we play around with terms like racism it will eventually take away the seriousness of the issue, because it's being used by black leaders recklessly and they know is a open wound for black citizens and it will be easy to gain popularity through using the term, they are using wounds that are very deep & historic to gain popularity, what a shame

[@ohmyproduction]

Agree, lots of other words used casually do a similar thing. Take away the seriousness.

[@billhollenbach4995]

If you were born AFTER 1997, Apartheid did NOT affect you personally. So, what have blacks dont to better Shitholea ??

[@3rdeyezero315]

Same here, biggest problem is our south African celebrities, they are all pro ANC and they hard followers will do anything they say, so wen it's time to vote u get people like DJ sbu and black coffee make it well known whos the "one and only party capable of bringing about change, like we have for the past 20 years viva anc viiiiva"

[@reeltimesa9760]

I respect your comment so much. Well said!

[@masingitasingy]

@@billhollenbach4995 Sorry to disappoint you but the results of the policies still do. The fact that you are born in the township is the effect of apartheid policies. Please understand that. However I do agree that we need to start working together to rebuild the country

[@marcjcapetown]

Falsely accusing someone of racism, inciting violence, and suppressing free speech. Aren't those all crimes? Expressing disdain for baseless decision-making is a right which was hard-won.

[@kristinhanna7898]

Expressing disdain is a right AND a duty.

[@melanytodd2929]

👍

[@tammylouw3283]

I agree with you! Those are crimes but the problem with those in power is the fact that there are no consequences for their incitement. They say things, start something and then walk away and get away. If another does the same, they face consequences. My biggest problem is that those in power are above the law.

[@sylviawilson9688]

Inciting violence is a crime....the mayor was increasingly embarrassed when he was called out.

[@Edbrad]

If falsely accusing someone of racism the democrats in the US would all be in jail

[@ShaunStruwig]

I actually teared up a little watching the end, could see on his face how painful that whole thing was for him. Kudos to you for keeping your cool!

[@holyspaces]

Keep entertaining us Sir 🎵🎵 you’re so polite and respectful, it’s admirable

[@angelaneave7858]

Can we take the time to appreciate how calm The Kiffness was during that phone call.. I probably would have lost my s***.😂

[@angelabear1237]

😂😂😂

[@annainspain5176]

When you know who you are and what you really mean, you don't have to lose it. In a case like this,the first person to get hostile is the one with the issues.

[@andrieslouw6588]

He should publicly apologise for publicly painting you as a racist.

[@sibzism]

A public apology is not enough. This is outrageous!!! 😡😡 its bullying!

[@edvinparmeza1298]

he should also pay Kiffness the financial damage he has caused to him, many people may not hear his songs now because they may think he is racist

[@jarrydlyth4204]

You are very wise. It's good that you took the initiative for you both to have a civil, adult phone call.

[@daleontong3517]

His tweet is a direct threat to your safety and he should take responsibility for such an attack on an individual

[@calmon-ground962]

Seeing this in 2024. Respect. Thank you for all that you do from the USA!!!

[@mosesshosha5791]

First and foremost, the ANC Mayor has too much time on his hands to be making this type of phone call.

[@andriesjackson]

And he get's a moerse pay!

[@anthonyatuhaire]

Lockdown is affecting everyone boredom hey

[@CODEMON-x4d]

Lol

[@ohmyproduction]

Too true

[@tetyanaphikolomzi6886]

There are people who specialize on spying media identifieng certain people ant their behaviors, don't think leaders have time for media they get informed ask your self why do political parties get to know about racist remarks on social media 1minute it has been uploaded

[@lancerichmond8636]

Well done dude, you handled that exceptionally better than I would have........ Mr Masina, you sir are the racist!

[@colinhall990]

Correct!!

[@marcovandermerwe3026]

"there's a difference between hate speech and speech that you hate"

[@ginajones2328]

Spot on

[@KS-xm1zq]

There’s no such thing as hate speech.

[@RackelboomS]

that's a lyric out of the Tom McDonald song !!!

[@karmathemis4111]

Yes they hate truth

[@karmathemis4111]

The Anthem the ANC want to sing with pride while they spit on the country and the ancestors and the legacy of the rainbow nation

[@Superrandomz768]

It is not racist. The only thing racist is the government!

[@MrFlamingballs]

Racism is merely the scapegoat in the story. I think the mayor is stuck in the past.

[@steynmuller2611]

Fokkit maar masina is slim

[@doanrademeyer3180]

Hierdie video wys hoe rassisties dit is om 'n wit vel te hê in Suid Afrika

[@DjyCori]

How?

[@jordanoliphant8745]

True

[@kristinhanna7898]

Your art is righteous, and your phone call with the mayor was genius! As a lawyer (USA), I wholeheartedly approve. In fact, it’s racist for the mayor to misuse the term “racist” because it waters down the meaning of the word, and thus trivializes actual racism. You are a first class patriot. Bravo! Bravo! Bravo!

[@romanobritz9448]

Well put ... I am also from south africa and can tell you that I have seen too often how the word racist is misused. I believe that there is still a heavy chip on peoples shoulders that keeps the hate alive and well.

[@kristinhanna7898]

@long winter , That is also correct. Excellent point! (But please note that he is Hispanic and not of European descent.)

[@kristinhanna7898]

long winter: I see...a factious point....but I wonder, what does south africa look like post mortum?

[@stellaanon9841]

Kristin Hanna Have you seen his dad? He's definitely of European descent lol not Hispanic!😂😂

[@kristinhanna7898]

Stella Anon, I don’t know where I heard he was part Hispanic. May his mom is? Lol.

[@CShaunZN]

I don’t have much faith in our politicians, and the Mayor has validated my opinion.

[@lindalogan8460]

Personally Dave, I found Mayor Mzwandile's tweet offensive..."Who is this little racist?"...There's absolutely NOTHING racist about what you did. Mzwandile knows absolutely NOTHING about your character so he should NOT LABEL you as such. I watched your video/song called NOMI, who so happens to be your domestic helper lady, who by the way is not white (for those who want to call you racist) And I was VERY moved at your kindness AND respect for her and for treating her as just being a normal human-being. I don't know you or your wife personally either, but through your act of kindness towards Nomi and her Mom from the Eastern Cape SHOWS me that you Dave are as far from being "racist" as you can possibly be. Don't change who you are. We all love you and appreciate your satire. Thanks for making us laugh. By the way, 👍 SHOT, on adding Trev in your vid. You are a true South African through and through 💕🇿🇦🎶

[@susanlarhubarbe9475]

Showing double standards there. I don’t think Trevor was called racist for satirizing the national anthem.

[@lindalogan8460]

@@susanlarhubarbe9475 Exactly

[@wendyd5775]

Sue the mayor

[@lodeleaf6401]

@@wendyd5775 Yes, the mayor committed the crime of defamation without basis, and death threats are also a crime, they should be sued to prevent further censorship emanating from power abusers like this.

[@roseanntrott4417]

Nothing little about The Kiffness

[@zaakirasyed8906]

The song isn't racist. Its incredibly brave to be doing this and speaking out. Keep it up 🇿🇦

[@JesusChristisLordForever]

That was very childish of the Mayor and It offered a glimpse into his character and personality I feel like his position should be reconsidered We can't have a child as a Mayor, it's ridiculous mate

[@faridacajee8315]

Honestly keep doing what you’re doing. The only nice thing about this lockdown was your parodies. So thank you 🙏🏻

[@julianndavis9415]

Freedom of speech is a beautiful thing. Creative ways to express your opinions sometimes is not appreciated by others who don’t agree with your opinions. When people don’t agree with you they attack ALL of you and EVERYTHING you do.

[@Katy-rf1rq]

Its how you express your disagreement. The mayor went on the attack and started making dangerous accusations, thereby putting someone's well-being at risk. I agree with how Dave, The Kiffness expressed his disagreement and also gave a lot of other people a platform for showing their disagreement in a healthy and safe way. Everyone is allowed to disagree with anything but its how they express that disagreement that matters.

[@melanytodd2929]

Kathleen Venter 🎯

[@jamesbergh5006]

Very soon the word "racist" will no longer hold any power if everything and anything is racist

[@tangomike15]

In my mind that time arrived long ago. For me, anyway.

[@commonsense7057]

At this point being called racist just means you can think for yourself. In the US blacks are called white supremacists and racists all the time if they step outside of the box.

[@azharcassim2795]

Amazing how a "young" man is able to intelectually destroy the mayor. He literally gave up in the end and cut the call like a coward!

[@chantellebeukes4400]

I don't think there was any intellect to start with...

[@JesusChristisLordForever]

That was very childish of the Mayor and It offered a glimpse into his character and personality I feel like his position should be reconsidered A child as a Mayor is ridiculous mate

[@tvgamerzsouthafrica4015]

Not a coward, a poes

[@marciomaia6322]

He was very childish and didn’t have a single foot to stand on in his argument...keep doing what you do 🤙🏼

[@rw3175]

He is only being called a racist because of his skin color trevor noah can take the piss on everything and no one bats an eye

[@GlynisMarthinussen.]

Truth

[@mikethesparky4000]

Exactly he even used the k word in his shows. Did he get fined or go to jail no

[@SupaNick7]

rest of the world: " I'm offended, therefore you are wrong"... South Africa: " I'm offended, therefore you are racist!"...

[@sigmacademy]

Actually, if you follow the current rhetoric in the USA in 2020, it's more like: I feel bad about any fact you stated (i.e. emotion), so therefore logic and reason is racist? (I feel, therefore I am) That's the level of warping of young minds that can occur when you don't keep an eye on what universities are teaching kids. And no, I'm not even joking. :/

[@cherlytaillard2039]

IF TREV NOAH , COULD MAKE IT A SATIRE. , SO THEN TELL ME WHATS THE DIFFERENCE , II DON'T THINK , THAT, MAN IS CLUED UP ON EVERYTHING , YOU ACTUALLY MADE US LAUGH , IN A TIME LIKE This , ITS NOT ABOUT THE WORDS. ITS MORE ABOUT ,STANDING UP FOR THE ZUMAS WHY DON'T HE GO INVESTIGATE, WHERE IS THE TRUCK LOADS OF CIGARETTE S COMING FROM. , BECAUSE PEOPLE IS STILL VERY VERY MUCH SMOKING WE LOSING REVENUE ,HE SHOULD WORK ON THAT , !!!!! NOT FOCUS ON YOU , CARRY ON WHAT YOU DOING , YOU GOOD , WHAT YOU DID WAS HILARIOUS. I SUPPORT YOU !!!! # COLOURED FROM SOUTH AFRICA

[@errerrerr]

@@cherlytaillard2039 Please stop shouting? Ffs.

[@Awibrahor]

@@errerrerr Ah, the full caps… That sure sign of a loose screw.

[@yevgeniyaleshchenko849]

@@Awibrahor How about not using a derogatory outdated term as ''loose screw'' and just in general not insulting people over such a trivial thing as capslock.

[@pule141]

My man you have titanium balls, keep it up 👊🏽

[@burtjames7185]

@Manelisi Mgcani I totally agree - Well said

[@deanoswell3302]

@@burtjames7185 I totally agree with what u totally agree with. Well said

[@jodycody11]

Clearly that mayor doesn't understand what racism is or satire or freedom of speech! Keep doing your thing cuz I love it❤

[@sjmosebo]

This Mayor has no clue what he's talking about. Just continue your work man we love and appreciate your content. #TheKiffness

[@tetyanaphikolomzi6886]

Who's we?

[@sjmosebo]

@@tetyanaphikolomzi6886 I believe you're old enough to fathom that🤔

[@soltangriss3163]

When your argument has no leg to stand on you play the racist card

[@theuniscbravo]

And apply bully tactics by means of abuse of power,office and appointment.Refer to laws that don't exist on paper to support wrong interpretations,or denial of their degree of uninformedness.

[@caitnash3488]

😅😅😅

[@petabrown6937]

And then hang up on the phone hahahaha HOW RUDE!!!!!

[@debraashley8831]

Hold the line; let NO ONE silence you. You provide a vital service in these dark times - levity/joy/humor//"satire" to really great tunes. 👍

[@christoanver]

The song not racist at all. Maybe disrespectful to some people but not racist at all.

[@lindalogan8460]

Definitely not racist.

[@malancronje6805]

Respect has to be earned.

[@Annie-ZA]

Definitely not racist in the slightest, and if Dave didn't really LOVE our SA National Anthem (which he so obviously does), he'd be the first South African that I've ever encountered, not to.

[@DawieBeyers]

I wonder who IS a racist?!? My wife that is a black woman laughed just as hard with me watching your video... because she understands what you are trying to voice and there was no spec of racism in what you did, except for waking up the sleeping woefies that was looking at your skin colour. And then like always use the racist card as a scapegoat to make their point. It's so sad that those kind of comments will be just swept under the rug and be forgotten... but The Kiffness, do what you do, your supporters appreciate and enjoy your creativity!

[@shonashona3441]

Definately disrespectful. I disliked the video... I love the guys work...but dont mock the national anthem... I loved the 'when people zol' song it was fun and no disrespect to anthems...its sacred... im not black or white either. I respect all...

[@CODEMON-x4d]

Who is he to call a person racist for making changes to the national anthem...he's the one that's racist...😎keep doing what you are doing bro

[@ИннаУстинова-у6ц]

David, you are super talented, your humor helps us to bear the difficulties of life more easily. How can you be accused of racism! This mayor is not a very smart man, to put it mildly. Don't pay attention, keep creating. I'm from Russia, it's far from South Africa, we have our own problems here, but I love you very much as a wonderful musician, a kind and good person, stay yourself.

[@wandilemkhwanazi8016]

Yey I'm black from head to toe. That video made us laugh 😂😂. I see nothing wrong with it and there was absolutely nothing racist about it 🤞🤞. From my point of view the mayor is the one who's being racist, I mean you're not the first one to change the word of the national anthem. So now simply because you're not black they make a fuss about it. Just because the mayor is in a position of power and influence doesn't give him a right to be going around slandering people. 😠😠 And please do report all those who were saying you should get skinned alive.

[@sibzism]

Agree. It's downright bullying!!! 😡 ALL South Africans (of ALL colours) have a right to the National Anthem.

[@Jaysanook]

Spread the word... To keep Dave safe and able to continue his work for us all :).... Those death threats... In a place like SA especially..... We shouldn't allow anything to hurt this man

[@asiphejaku8569]

I agree with you

[@julia9557]

Shouldn’t the mayor be busy like...doing his job?

[@kayrab_t]

Right !!!

[@jamesgoble5975]

remember they dont have jobs , they are not capable to be in their position and majority have jobs from friends

[@dingodogg9280]

job? haha right.. its more like a ponzi or pyramid scheme..

[@janellel55427]

I thought the same thing for the last 4 years of Donald Trump tweeting!

[@Code_Machine]

In the ANC? Not a chance

[@TheHomesters]

You dealt with that so well, David. 🙌🏽 You are very inspiring and the world thanks you for being who you are and doing what you’re doing. Cheers! 🇧🇷 🇮🇷 🇺🇸 🙏🏽💛🙌🏽👊🏽💪🏽 🎶💃🏽🕺🏽 🙌🏽👏🏽👏🏽 🇿🇦

[@candicepanthera6102]

Take him to court. He has np grounds to call you a racist and by doing so he's entered that very arena.

[@dylanstrydom9952]

Agreed. He could serve time for this

[@boerepompie8244]

Won’t happen, us white people are always wrong remember?

[@johan5818]

I do agree take him to court

[@boerepompie8244]

Trade Ocean who u?

[@justicedavhana9298]

I love how you defend your point. I absolutely see nothing wrong. From my personal point of view

[@corynkatz9904]

Hi Dave, this is exactly why our country is doomed. There is a lack of education from the very top! We are proud South Africans and we love you and we love Trevor Noah! Keep the tunes coming - you are super talented and bring so much joy to so many households!

[@howardmonument6093]

Trevor Noah sucks, you should be embarrassed of him. Kiffness however, is absolute awesome 😎 Yep I'm racist 😂

[@notacommunist5152]

Give this man a like for standing up for himself. 💯🔱

[@alanblair3180]

I'm sure people of all races enjoyed the song and didn't find anything referring to race in it.

[@kerrycheshire3758]

I love it! Not racist at all.

[@marthinuspelser]

I am a South African living abroad. Its awesome reading these comments of support from all the saffas back home. Keep it going 👍

[@afrowoman7930]

Hawu! I wasn't offended at all. I loved it. Nah ah keep going. You have permission from a black Zulu woman, play with everything ❤️

[@jacquesjoubert7077]

1- You handled the situation like a true gentleman 2- Please become a politician 3- Beer on me once bars open again Keep it up dude, I didn't find any fault in your video nor racist undertones . It takes some balls to take a matter like this as public as you did, the guilty are the ones who hide.

[@gamernickdev]

Count me in

[@jacquesoosthuizen2630]

Keep going my man! I believe your a voice for many South African people.

[@athollhay3207]

This conversation is a good example of the relationship between a sense of humour and intelligence.

[@luuuuuuu8462]

Absolutely

[@avalanx]

This really breaks my heart. Don't be silenced Dave!

[@johntitus5604]

So living in South Africa be like: White man: "breaths" South African politician: That's racist! Seriously, this Mayors mentality is exactly whats wrong with the country. No matter the problem we face racism and apartheid is always to blame. Never the corruption, theft, crime.

[@papalegba4449]

I will happily contribute to a fund if Dave ever decided to take action against this ignorant poes. There needs to be repercussions when falsely accusing people of racism in this country because as we've all seen over the last few years accusations like this can have dire consequences.

[@cliffordzehmke5650]

Who is the mayor talking about rasicm when he is a big racist

[@ruthelator]

I love the way you listened respectfully and did not capitulate. Free speech matters everywhere!

[@BHG7-c7h]

Very quick to hang up when put on the spot with actual facts. Bullying soft targets!!!

[@irfaanbuckus9268]

The Kifness, you got my vote man 💯👊 If you start a political party, my votes with you any day. The fed up youth, I mean, the future of this country stands behind you all the way. I hope you keep making more inspiring, transparent and truthful material as you already have been doing so. God bless you and stay safe 🙌

[@mark-qi6di]

The mayor made himself look really bad.

[@Neotanium]

From the bottom of my heart, thank you! Not only for what you do for the music industry in this country (royalty fees, etc), but also for defending our freedom of speech and the ideals as set out in the freedom charter!

[@nashlinmoodley1530]

If I heard correctly, I think this mayor made an idle threat. "don't mess with these people." what the hell was that supposed to mean, that these politicians are above the law?

[@wendyferguson4829]

WHO ARE ""THESE PEOPLE??? do you mean the ANC????

[@MoruganKodi]

Everyone knows the ANC is above the law. It isn't even a question. It's a fact.

[@celinéjvr7]

Well they are I mean Zuma is roaming free and laughing is ass off and then the rest, we are all a joke to them. If people think that the government cares for them bc of the colour of their skin or not. Well we have power and money hungry wolves running our country, the lockdown just confirmed it more... what does alchol and cigarettes have to do with a virus??? Honestly just a lot of people are without jobs now and in a couple of weeks they want to bring back loadshedding. Uhhmmm yeeaahhh!

[@jimmywilmore1881]

Much respect for you man! I’m 100% behind you! Keep moving forward! Have followed since the beginning of covid! You have a great voice love the music. Keep rockin! Cheers from Nashville (TN USA).

[@mtsjungles8083]

Yoh dude you did the right thing. Stay safe.

[@samstone5291]

I was quite appalled at his response and logic, and then to hang up. Proud of you Dave.

[@pietergouws1970]

You are exposing the hypocrisy of the government. Thank you for this my brotha

[@connorchapman4223]

My friend Brad spammed the mayors tweet with comments. This Mayor does not know what he is talking about. I live in Ekuruleni.

[@lindalogan8460]

I need to get onto twitter.... Seriously!!!

[@taurusgirl2238]

You seriously don't. Trust me.

[@candicevoges]

Tell them Chappies!

[@oceanpotion5599]

Calling someone a racist without proof, should be a criminal offence. Its slander.

[@jonathanherman8686]

Whaaat

[@deanoswell3302]

..should be..? It is

[@nikkicruden9494]

.... its defamation of character.

[@SqwarkParrotSpittingFeathers]

@@nikkicruden9494 slander becomes essentially libel if it is made in a permanent form, e.g. it is recorded and other people heard it. If you rebroadcast or rediseminated it then that complicates things but you may be able to say that you did so to defend your reputation. You would need to concentrate on the original hurt you suffered. Libel and slander come under the head of defamation, they are both arrows from the same bow, but weighted differently. Slander you would normally have to prove the damage you suffered, libel damage is assumed, so long as the libel as be disseminated to more than just a very small number of disinterested people. It is up to the defamer to prove the truth of what s/he said and that was was said was not defamatory or was an opinion based on the facts. Under the circumstances that doesn't seem to be a relevant defence. If he cannot defend his words and there clear and ordinary neaninghe should fail in his defence. That's of course if the jury has not been brought or intimidated by anyone and are not influenced by an affiliation to a political party or person that skews the outcome. Of course part of your attack on the politician could be that it was him who was in fact being racist, which could encourage him to settle. I assume SA has a constitution that allows freedom of speech. It would be embarrassing if the politician is found to also have acted contrary to the constitution. I'm based in the UK so the law my be different in SA in the deeds but I suspect it is largely equivalent to your law. It's not criminal in the UK, it would be a civil matter started in the High Court.

[@bendouniverse4526]

You simple cock(of an)asian. WHY YOU IN THIS COUNTRY ?! WHY?!

[@yaseengaffoor]

You handled that so well. I swear I would’ve lost my cool long ago. Now you have to say your angry stuff to the shower bottles

[@ChapeauRouge921]

When Jimmy Hendrix used his rendition of the Star Spangled Banner as an anti war song he was lauded as a hero. The fascist undertones of this mayors viewpoints remind me of Germany in the 1930's.

[@element4lifification]

White man: Does something that upsets ANC/EFF. ANC/EFF and minions: Ahhh this one is Racist! Welcome in South-ANCia....

[@kaystirling6389]

I've been thoroughly enjoying the Kiffness. I sing along, smile, laugh out loud, dance. I am finding that joy is my constant companion when the melodies and lyrics pop up in my mind and body through the day. I feel I have got to know a wonderful contributor to world peace, compassion and understanding. I value your humanitarian and life affirming creativity and intention. Thank you! Watching this video and learning about what preceded it, has been a shock; a revelation, and saddens me. But keep on doing what you are doing. You are heard. You are felt. You make a difference. 💓💓💓

[@seanb1812]

Thank you for highlighting the lunacy again. Stay safe and strong and keep doing what you are doing. We need people with a platform to make comment and submissions. Thank you.

[@mokgadisdiary8420]

Me I loved the video, I even shared it on my wall, I didn't see anything wrong, definitely NOT racist. With that said, I'm not gna watch the rest of this video or read the comments cause I come to this channel for the great sitirical content, ain't nobody got time for politics

[@michaelbanks7157]

Greetings from the UK Dave. Love you for standing up for basic freedom of speech and the right to have an opinion.

[@anthonyatuhaire]

When you pulled up the trever Noah piece, I died. 😂😂. How ironic

[@420sacannabisforum7]

ANC Member: "We have an attack on the integrity of one of our members again. How do we respond? What is our defence?" ANC Public Relations: "Do not fear comrade, just tell the public that he is racist. The rest won't matter"

[@jacklynsalleh6033]

Kiff your doing fine ..no wrong...your great and honest n no hatred in you...WE BELIEVE IN YOU KIFF...LOT OF LOVE💚💚💚💚💚👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@YourUniqueness]

OH MY!!!!! How ridiculous is this! You're a legend. Keep doing you! It's great entertainment for us. Lockdown has put a lot of strain on us. It's also caused a lot of depression. We need people like you to help us through times like this. As you said... freedom of speech. Ignore the bullshit!

[@heinrichlombard6416]

I'm getting seriously gat vol with this whole racism thing. Screw him, it's freedom of expression.

[@EugeneVerster]

Heinrich, unfortunately freedom of expression is a one-way street.

[@owenfarrell3687]

ANC kak

[@HistoryofFring]

Net so man Net so

[@wirly-]

@@owenfarrell3687 haha egsacly

[@esthermenchaca2692]

I am an American from Texas. I enjoy your music and appreciate your creativity. Stand by your work and principles. You are communicating with millions of people around the world .

[@hiteshergef]

My heart bleeds as a South African to see this happen in this country in 2020.

[@jonathanherman8686]

This minister should never have played the race card.

[@judithsorensen9573]

Free speech is SUPPOSE to be just that !! For ALL citizens of this country !

[@letscooksummsumm6202]

I was going to say something long, but I'll just say this instead: he's lucky you're not going after him for defamation of character. And the evidence of other people (Trevor) making fun of the anthem is gold in your defense. He's a mayor with nothing to do and time on his hands. I don't even think he understands the Constitution smh. One last thing: the Kiffness, SA loves you.

[@Veenjongwe]

I agree with u 99 percent the only part am not confident with is the Trevor Noah as we all have the privilege to use humor/satire for gags but i feel "opinion " ordinary citizens may not hide behind proffesional comedians and be wreckless with speeches and parodies that may be or even border on a racially charged message I do believe that this guy was not being racist and the ANC is always behind and seeking relevance but some right wing elements use these tiny cracks in our constitution to find existence

[@tshengyclaudia2756]

S.A. is lead by fools., gangsters thugs and corrupt lier and propagandist. I feel bad for S.A. citizens who are hipnotized. They are worst than apartheid regimes.

[@daled1029]

and more thing: USA loves you too!

[@malisedemeillon9547]

Please don't let this bring down your spririt! You did nothing wrong. You are doing good and making people laugh in these difficult times and we all support and appreciate you for that. 💖

[@KS-xm1zq]

Satire can “mess” with anything. This is the foundation of the free speech.

[@Joshua-Carr]

I love how the tune to the anthem started playing on the back round again🤣 Racist: No Satire: Yes Funny: Yes Keep up the good work.

[@tidohanuman6647]

The mayor conducted himself like a poes

[@sanity1717]

Is Ja

[@tidohanuman6647]

@@jdmboys8250wie se naai?

[@mickeydangerez]

lol +1

[@itdontmatterman]

Hahhaha jirre yes

[@simonemuller341]

Haha get straight to the point ja

[@dreamer2260]

Great respect to you. Measured, rational, humane, dignified. I think you are clearly in the right here.

[@richpollinate]

Dude, that was an amazing display of calm, rational debate where you acknowledged his concerns and responded clearly and directly - even in the face of your points of view being dismissed, ignored, or not given any recognition. A lesson in PR and management of your brand.

[@wadecafun6703]

I never saw anything racist about the video in the first place. In addition, you quite correctly state that accusing one of being a racist without justifiable grounds is indeed unlawful in most democratic countries. But of course, with the ANC anyone who doesn't agree with them is termed a racist. A very lazy and exhausted argument indeed.

[@Sa1d1n]

'Racist' has become a get-out-of-jail free card for any politician that either disagrees with a point of view, or wants to shut down an opinion that threatens them. It's completely unacceptable for a mayor to be abusing their position so freely. I do not believe he understands satire; otherwise, he would understand how important it is to use symbols of national importance in satirical expression. Your use of the national anthem was brilliant, as it juxtaposes the apparently senseless (and now possibly unconstitutional) decision-making of NDZ against the values of freedom that we hold in this country. The true irony is that the dear mayor seems to have put himself squarely AGAINST freedom in a satirical piece aimed at promoting freedom. Keep it up, hope Zapiro picks this one up!

[@tammysaayman1409]

I played the video for my mom last night. She's a smoker and I thought his video very fitting. My mom laughed her ass off! Thank you for giving us something to laugh about. I enjoy watching your videos.