South African songstress Naledi Aphiwe recently stirred both amusement and controversy online after issuing a cheeky response to a fan from Zimbabwe, leaving social media users in stitches.
The Metro FM award-winning singer, known for her soulful voice and lively personality, found herself trending for a rather unexpected reason. It all began when a Zimbabwean fan named Consance Muzenda politely asked the Romeo and Juliet hitmaker to visit Zimbabwe. The fan’s harmless request took a surprising turn when Naledi responded with:
“You guys can go there and wait for me.”
While the comment was clearly delivered in jest, its tone sparked a whirlwind of reactions. Many South Africans found the remark hilarious, dubbing Naledi the “Minister of Deportation” for her savage wit. Her off-the-cuff humour quickly went viral, with fans comparing her to the late kwaito star Mampintsha, who was known for his unfiltered and outrageous comments.
Fans React with Laughter and Shock
Social media exploded with reactions. Some users couldn’t get over how casually brutal the comment was:
- @Fulufhelo_09 commented: “Minister of deportation.”
- @TamarSussex asked: “Did she lie, though?”
- @Thabo_Tshisi joked: “Please give her a job at Home Affairs.”
- @CoolyNicey quipped: “This 2K generation is insane. But she’s right though.”
- @Lofty_K admitted: “This took me tf out.”
Others debated whether Naledi had misunderstood the fan, pointing out that the fan had said “come” to Zimbabwe, not “go,” which implied the fan wasn’t necessarily in South Africa. But this technicality didn’t stop the meme train from rolling.
Despite some questioning the tone, many celebrated her confidence and quick wit, praising her for not holding back and embracing her comedic side.
Romance Rumours and Heartbreak Drama
Away from the controversy, Naledi Aphiwe recently opened up about her personal life, hinting at a breakup with fellow singer Mawelele. When a TikTok user brought up Mawelele’s recent live session, suggesting he never truly loved her, Naledi didn’t hold back:
“Lol, yeah, he never loved me. Maybe there was something he was looking to gain, and he got it. Good for him.”
This statement came after her viral post about infidelity, where she said even if you built a man a house in the clouds, he’d still find a way to cheat.
Mawelele Previews Heartbreak Song
Meanwhile, Mawelele has been teasing a new heartbreak track, further fueling speculation about the status of their relationship. Some fans believe the drama might be part of a publicity stunt, while others are convinced the breakup is real.
Whatever the truth, both artists continue to dominate the headlines — whether for their music or their messy personal lives.
Naledi Aphiwe may be known for her vocals, but it’s her sense of humour and unapologetic personality that’s now earning her headlines and an unexpected new title — the Minister of Deportation.