Zimbabwean rapper and social media influencer, Kikky Badass, has found herself at the centre of a social media storm, as fellow Zimbabweans have taken her to task for alleged hypocrisy.
The controversy ignited when she posted a tweet on X, formerly known as Twitter, criticizing some of her countrymen, saying,
“Bruh some Zimbabweans have turned out to be wicked and vile individuals, the things they say so. Woona mu bio munhu akanyora ka Bible verse about kindness and what not. Hypocrisy at its best.”
A Storm of Criticism
Zimbabweans on social media wasted no time in responding to Kikky Badass’s remarks, accusing her of double standards and hypocrisy. Several users left no stone unturned, expressing their disapproval in no uncertain terms:
Solicitor At Large (@Zvoutete14) likened her comments to “a goblin telling us that witchcraft is bad so we should desist from it.”
Uncle_Damian (@uncle_Dame) asserted that Kikky Badass didn’t have the moral authority to speak about “hypocrisy” if she didn’t understand its meaning.
Chichilo (@chiedza23) took a dig at her for affiliating with the ruling party, ZANU, which has faced criticism for its role in the country’s healthcare system crisis.
ManFromNyasaland (@PhiriTofara) pointed out her previous support for the party by saying, “the same mouth that was saying ed pfee 2 months ago?… girl have some shame.”
Supporters of Kikky Badass Were Few
A few voices in support of Kikky Badass were drowned out by the overwhelming criticism.Is This the End of the Storm?
The fiery backlash against Kikky Badass demonstrates the power of social media in holding public figures accountable for their actions and words. Whether this storm of criticism will lead to a change in her stance or an open dialogue about her beliefs remains to be seen.
For now, Zimbabweans have made their voices heard, calling for consistency and authenticity from public figures.
In Conclusion
Kikky Badass’s recent social media post calling out some of her fellow Zimbabweans for alleged wickedness has backfired dramatically. Her fellow countrymen, taking umbrage at what they perceive as hypocrisy, have vehemently criticized her on social media.
The online outcry highlights the importance of public figures aligning their words and actions, especially in a country facing a range of social and political challenges. This incident serves as a reminder that the power of the people’s voice on social media can swiftly hold individuals accountable for their public statements and actions.
