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Ntsiki Mazwai accuses Gayton McKenzie of corruption after losing event slot to Unathi Nkayi

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Ntsiki Mazwai calls for investigation into Gayton McKenzie after losing event slot in Cuba to Unathi

Ntsiki Mazwai has expressed disappointment in the South African government, alleging corruption cost her a spot at a prestigious international event.

Arts, Sports, and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie led the South African delegation to the Havana International Book Fair in Cuba.

Ntsiki claims she was initially invited but was later replaced by media personality Unathi Nkayi.

Unathi, however, took to Instagram to celebrate her participation, sharing her excitement about representing South Africa.

“I had the honour of performing for the president of Cuba on the day of our arrival as guests of honour for the Havana Book Fair. I arrived in Cuba this week as part of the first official South African delegation for literature and am among the 15 authors facilitating workshops during our two-week stay. As an author, composer, and television producer, this is an honour I will NEVER forget,” she wrote.

In contrast, Ntsiki took to X (formerly Twitter) to vent her frustration, accusing McKenzie of corruption and alleging that he replaced her with his close associate, Unathi.

The outspoken poet and activist questioned Unathi’s credentials as a writer, drawing a comparison: “If I helped Inno Morolong write her life story… would that make her a writer?”

“If I helped Inno Morolong write her life story… would that make her a writer?”

She further emphasized that she does not recognize Unathi as an author and demanded an investigation into how she was removed from the delegation.

Ntsiki later posted a video reiterating her stance and calling for accountability regarding the selection process.

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