Minnie Dlamini Responds to MacG’s Derogatory Criticism

South African media personality, entrepreneur, and TV/radio presenter Minnie Dlamini has broken her silence in response to the wave of public criticism she has faced recently — including deeply offensive and misogynistic comments made by podcaster MacGyver “MacG” Mukwevho on a recent episode of his popular Podcast and Chill show.

The 34-year-old, who boasts over 5 million followers on Instagram, finalized her divorce earlier this year from Quinton Jones, 41. The couple had been together for 8 years and share a 4-year-old son, Netha Makhosini Jones.

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Divorce in the Public Eye

Minnie and Quinton’s separation drew significant public attention, with much of the criticism and online “dragging” being unfairly directed at Minnie — a reality that women in the spotlight face all too often. Despite her notable career as a businesswoman, presenter, and actress, her personal life has become a hotbed for judgment and speculation.

But what reignited the firestorm recently was MacG’s distasteful and disrespectful commentary, where he speculated about Minnie’s hygiene and character in crude terms. During the episode, MacG said:

“Bro, I’m telling you man. There’s got to be something wrong with her; maybe her coochie smells or something. You know this happens, man, it happens, especially with the hot girls.”

The remark was met with immediate backlash from the public, with social media users, media personalities, and women’s rights advocates calling for the podcast to be sanctioned or removed entirely. This is not the first time MacG has made derogatory remarks toward female celebrities. In 2024, musician Nkosazana Daughter took legal action against him over a defamatory statement regarding her child’s paternity.

Minnie Responds with Grace and Power

In response to the wave of backlash and MacG’s comments, Minnie took to Instagram to share an empowering statement that many have praised for its dignity and strength:

“My career has never been, and will never be, defined by my relationship status. I was Minnie before marriage, and I will be Minnie long after my divorce.”

On the following day, she doubled down on her stance, speaking to broader issues that affect many women:

“The double standards are glaring… the reality is, society is still unkind to strong, independent women. But I’m grateful that I’ve been able to find new ways to thrive… forced me to explore other avenues and reshape my career on my terms.”

In an interview with True Love Magazine, Minnie also revealed that she is refocusing her energy on content production, brand development, and building generational wealth for her son.

Public Reaction & Calls for Accountability

MacG’s comments have reignited important conversations around gender-based verbal abuse, misogyny in media, and accountability in podcasting and digital content. Many South Africans — especially women in media — have spoken out about how unacceptable it is for public figures to use platforms to demean others, particularly women.

There is growing public support for stricter regulation of online content that promotes gendered hate speech and misogyny.

Minnie Dlamini’s handling of this controversy shows not only her grace but her enduring resilience as a woman in the public eye. She is choosing to reclaim her narrative and continue building her career on her own terms, refusing to be reduced by tabloid talk or podcast gossip.