A brief video showing Sdumo Mtshali trying to catch a ride on the roadside has generated significant buzz in Mzansi, with many fans inquiring about the fate of his well-reported Mazda sponsorship.
The three-second clip, posted on X on 30 July 2026, garnered over 33,000 views and initiated discussions among South Africans.
Mzansi reacts to Sdumo’s video
Many noticed the irony of the situation. Mtshali is famous for portraying Jonasi, the extravagant character in the popular Netflix series, The Polygamist, which has led to significant accomplishments in his career. Recently, he also secured a partnership with Mazda, making it surprising for fans to see him hitchhiking.
The post caption “UJonasi is going to town” accurately reflected the public’s amusement, sparking a wave of inquiries about the status of his Mazda. Watch the clip shared by @pmcafrica below:
@breezerm85: “But being famous is stress”
@OCEANSKY: I thought Mazda sponsored him with a car 🤔
@_HappyMuriri: “Where’s the Mazda?”
@DDT_PM: “And huyena ujonasi 😂😂”
@Fisaso_01: “Lol stunts will never end here !!!”
@simplytee23: “Why is this funny😭😭😭”
Some fans expressed amusement at the stark difference between his glamorous on-screen character and the ordinary experience of needing a lift. Others speculated it might be a publicity stunt, while a few were genuinely interested in whether the Mazda partnership involved an actual vehicle. Regardless, Sdumo Mtshali captured attention without uttering a word.
