South African singer Makhadzi has issued an apology to the deaf community after facing backlash for using sign language playfully in her latest music video. While some fans initially laughed it off, many within the deaf community felt offended by the gesture, accusing Makhadzi of disrespecting their language.
The Limpopo singer was called out for discrimination after she playfully used sign language in her music video Makhadzi apologises for offending deaf community Though the pair laughed off Makhadzi 's goofiness, it quickly sparked outrage in the deaf community , which felt offended by the singer's actions.
"Many things happen without knowing how people will take it. As someone in the entertainment industry, this is part of acting without knowing how it would affect others. I am willing to apologise publicly; I didn't mean to hurt anyone. "As someone who has been bullied, I understand how painful it is and that others didn't take what I did well. I'm taking accountability for that. I will release a statement next week.""She must lose her job. We have our own sign language, and if you are continuing, the deaf community is coming for you.""Deaf communities have experienced ridicule since the beginning of time.
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