The Kiffness says death threats made him fear for his family’s safety

Cape Town musician David Scott, known as The Kiffness, says death threats against him and his family have made it harder to speak out on politics, race and religion. He said he considered cancelling a planned performance at Kirstenbosch because he feared an attacker could target him there, and claimed his mother had been doxed by a Black Sash member. Kirstenbosch introduced security searches at the gate for the first time because of the threats, according to Scott. After stepping away from X earlier this year, he has returned to social media and says he will continue speaking out despite the risks.