Skip links

#RespekTheDoek trending in South Africa in support of eNCA reporter

Read < 1 minute

Women from all over South Africa are sharing images of themselves wearing headgear using a trending hashtag, #RespekTheDoek in showing support for an eNCA reporter.

Nontobeko Sibisi’s video package was allegedly pulled off air because she dawned an “unprofessional” head-wrap in the insert. Cape Talk reports

The scandal now referred to as the ‘Doek Gate’, has infuriated many South African women who believe that there is still a great deal of  cultural intolerance in the work place.

Below are some tweets shared by South Africans.

https://twitter.com/angiekhanya/status/738296525806260225

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.