UDM’s Kwankwa apologises as AI image of him chasing Mayor Faku with whip sparks GBV outrage

Author: Sithandiwe VelaphiPublished on: September 14, 2026Country: South Africa

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UDM’s Kwankwa apologises as AI image of him chasing Mayor Faku with whip sparks GBV outrage

UDM leader Kwankwa has apologized after an AI-generated image of him chasing Mayor Faku with a whip sparked backlash. The image was seen as promoting gender-based violence. Kwankwa expressed regret and stated that he does not endorse such representations.

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