- Somizi Mhlongo, a prominent figure in South African media, has shown his endorsement for a march organized by the youth on Heritage Day
- The former Idols SA judge posted a video on TikTok affirming his endorsement for the march scheduled to occur soon
- Many users on social media expressed their admiration for Mhlongo’s support, sharing their thoughts in the comments
South African media personality Somizi Mhlongo has recently announced his support for an upcoming march led by the youth.
On Saturday, 13 September 2025, the former Idols SA judge, who was humbled by a recent incident with an Uber driver, shared on his TikTok page that he fully backs the youth-led Heritage Day march set for Wednesday, 24 September 2025.
The aim of the march is to highlight the critical issues affecting young South Africans, such as high unemployment rates and escalating living expenses. This initiative has also drawn inspiration from recent protests led by youth in Nepal, gaining momentum online as advocates call for urgent attention to these pressing matters.
“When we had to fight, some of us died so that our kids would not go through this. But now, we are the very ones making them suffer the same struggles. Do it peacefully, make sure it has an impact,” Somizi said.
Watch the video here:
Netizens respond to Somizi’s support for the youth-led march
Following the announcement from the celebrity accused of taking all opportunities, many users quickly filled the comment section with their responses to his backing of the march during Heritage Day. Here are some highlights:
Wonders Sk said:
“Four years unemployed with a degree worked as a trolley worker whilst applying getting rejected left and right am frustrated and angry at S.A applied for overseas and got through i have a feeling I might never return to this God forsaken country.”
Aya wrote:
“Everyone above 60 years in the government sectors must be forced to retire.”
refilwe radebe commented:
“Finally a celebrity supporting us, all the influencers are quiet.”
Kag¡so🇿🇦🇵🇸 mentioned:
“ANC needs to go! I genuinely hope this is a wake up call for many. I will never forgive anyone who will vote for the ANC again. this cycle needs to end.”
NaSkhosanaLee shared:
“The sad part is that the generation after us now sees school as useless because they see us sitting at home with qualifications.”
Keitseng wrote:
“I was retrenched in June iyo, it’s hard😢 but government is focusing on useless things like men taking women surnames.”
