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Makhadzi’s comments around Tshivenda and Xitsonga speakers ahead of the June 30 shutdown reveal deeper South African anxieties around language, belonging and xenophobia.

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Makhadzi’s comments around Tshivenda and Xitsonga speakers ahead of the June 30 shutdown reveal deeper South African anxieties around language, belonging and xenophobia.

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2026-06-03Makhadzi’s Shutdown Comments Reveal a Bigger South African Language Anxietystory

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Makhadzi’s Shutdown Comments Reveal a Bigger South African Language Anxiety

Makhadzi’s comments about Tshivenda and Xitsonga speakers ahead of the planned 30 June shutdown were messy, emotional and controversial. But they also exposed a real anxiety about language, belonging and internal othering in South Africa.

Viranova Culture Desk03 Jun 2026

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