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South Africa's Minister Faces Backlash Over Racial Slur

8/21/2025

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South Africa's sports minister, Gayton McKenzie, is under investigation for using a racial slur on social media.
The South African Human Rights Commission calls for an apology, sensitivity training, and removal of the posts.
McKenzie denies being racist but admits to past insensitivity.
This incident underscores persistent racial tensions stemming from apartheid-era divisions.

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Story summary

South Africa's sports minister, Gayton McKenzie, is under investigation for using a racial slur on social media.
The South African Human Rights Commission calls for an apology, sensitivity training, and removal of the posts.
McKenzie denies being racist but admits to past insensitivity.
This incident underscores persistent racial tensions stemming from apartheid-era divisions.