Internet users are expressing outrage on X (formerly known as Twitter) over the latest episode of Mnakwethu, which has raised serious concerns about paedophilia. The episode featured a 34-year-old man married to a 20-year-old woman, sparking intense debate and criticism.
Mnakwethu, a reality show hosted by polygamist Musa Mseleku, provides married men with a platform to introduce the concept of polygamy to their current wives or wives-to-be. The show often stirs controversy, but this particular episode has drawn severe backlash.
In the controversial episode of the fourth season, a man identified as Mr. Mhlongo introduced his potential second wife, who he allegedly started dating when she was just 16 years old. Internet users have pointed out that both women were underage when they began their relationships with Mr. Mhlongo, accusing him of grooming them.
One X user expressed a desire to file a complaint with the Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA):