Title: Veteran South African Politician, General Bantu Holomisa, Remains Active on Twitter Despite Controversial Exchanges
Date:August 26, 2023
In a surprising display of social media activity, General Bantu Holomisa, the founder and president of the United Democratic Movement (UDM), has been maintaining a robust presence on Twitter. Despite his advanced age, he has proven himself to be one of the most engaged politicians in the Republic of South Africa on this platform, especially on Twitter.
General Holomisa’s active engagement on Twitter has garnered both admiration and criticism. While he has successfully connected with his supporters, he has also faced challenging interactions with followers who belong to opposing political organizations.
One such interaction involved a question posed by Elizabeth Jones, who inquired about the UDM’s chances of winning seats in parliament in the future. General Holomisa’s response, however, drew significant attention. He retorted with a remark that has since sparked controversy, stating, “Your mom can answer you on my behalf.”
This exchange occurred within the context of a tweet posted by General Holomisa, in which he questioned the “Fence seater findings by Reserve Bank” and raised concerns about “Not perfected transactions.” He challenged the notion of what constitutes a “perfected transaction” and questioned the accountability surrounding such transactions.
General Bantu Holomisa’s unfiltered and often provocative presence on Twitter has become a topic of debate among South African citizens. Some applaud his candidness and direct engagement with the public, while others express concern over the tone and manner in which he responds to critics.
The controversy surrounding General Holomisa’s Twitter activity raises questions about the role of social media in contemporary politics. As one of South Africa’s longstanding political figures, his use of this platform reflects a growing trend among politicians to connect directly with the electorate, but it also highlights the potential pitfalls and challenges of engaging in online discourse.
As the Republic of South Africa continues to evolve in its political landscape, the actions and statements of influential figures like General Bantu Holomisa on social media platforms will undoubtedly remain a subject of public interest and discussion.
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https://twitter.com/BantuHolomisa/status/1693562942174765413?t=q0YNXRXjhXsGm69-lLobuw&s=19
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