DJ Euphonik has found himself in the midst of a social media storm, facing immense backlash for a cryptic post he made shortly after the news of Zoleka Mandela’s passing emerged. Euphonik’s controversial post, which some perceived as a celebration of his enemies’ demise, has ignited outrage primarily because of its untimely release, mere hours following the announcement of Zoleka Mandela’s death. This untimely post from Euphonik has spurred a wave of criticism from social media users, who are demanding answers regarding the nature of his relationship with the late author.
In the wake of Zoleka Mandela’s tragic passing, the online community has been overflowing with heartfelt tributes. People from diverse backgrounds have come together to share their grief and express how deeply Zoleka’s death has impacted them. Many had held out hope for her recovery, making Euphonik’s post all the more jarring.
Taking to his Twitter account amid this period of mourning. DJ Euphonik, known in real life as Themba Mbongeni Nkosi, shared a post that seemed to revel in the demise of his adversaries. Therefore, the timing of Euphonik’s post couldn’t have been more unfortunate. It surfaced a mere few hours after the devastating news of Zoleka Mandela’s passing.
Euphonik’s post, which read, “God fetching okes in their numbers! Good Riddance,” drew swift and harsh criticism from South African netizens. Many felt that the star had displayed a complete lack of sensitivity and an utter disregard for the somber atmosphere that enveloped social media in the wake of Zoleka Mandela’s death.
@SthembiD weighed in, asking, “Are you talking about Zoleka, or am I missing something? If yes, then why do you sound so jubilant?”
@Spade37295887 chimed in, saying, “He is old enough to read the room. If the post was intended for someone other than Zoleka. They had issues between them, it’s not our place to get involved.”
@SciyandaSithole added another perspective, suggesting, “Perhaps he’s addressing the entire country. Chances are he’s referring to her.”
@Sinelizwi_ questioned, “Wait a minute, is this about Zoleka?”
@ndonii_yamanzi expressed confusion, saying, “Let’s assume he is talking about Zoleka. Why would he say something like that? Did they have a dispute?”
The overwhelmingly negative response from social media users underscores the need for individuals to exercise caution and empathy when sharing their thoughts on public platforms. Especially during moments of collective grief and mourning. Euphonik’s cryptic post serves as a stark reminder of the impact that social media can have on public perception and the importance of choosing one’s words carefully. Especially in times of tragedy.
