Cancel culture: 'You must be aware of public sentiments’ – Reputation Management advisor

Thabo Shole-Mashao (in for Africa Melane on 702 and CapeTalk) speaks with Reputation Management advisor Solly Moeng.

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Cancel culture is the process of publicly calling out, shaming, or boycotting someone because of behaviour deemed offensive.

Around the world this has affected many people of status, from politicians to well-known celebrities.

The trend of cancel culture is reportedly growing in South Africa.

Moeng says that while this can have some positive impacts, it can also be extremely problematic.

“Our former ambassador to the US was also cancelled by Donald Trump.”

- Solly Moeng, Reputation Management advisor

He says that people must be sensitive and aware of issues that affect other communities, but it can turn into a ‘witch hunt.’

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“It can be quite rough. The key is to be aware of the sentiments. If you are out to push the boundaries, then you need to be aware of what is coming and how to respond when it does.”

- Solly Moeng, Reputation Management advisor

“The only way to protect ourselves is to be careful all the time.”

- Solly Moeng, Reputation Management advisor

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