The Bias of South African Media: Celebrating Entertainment While Ignoring Faith

The recent Chris Brown concert at FNB Stadium, which attracted an impressive crowd of 94,000 people, has sent waves through the South African media. Headlines have praised the singer as the “biggest crowd puller,” celebrating the turnout as a monumental achievement. Yet, this same media remains silent about the historic numbers drawn by gospel events in the very same venue.

Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, who has repeatedly filled FNB Stadium with over 110,000 attendees during his Crossover Night prayers, has pointed out this glaring double standard. Despite these figures being publicly verified by the FNB Stadium management, South African media has conveniently ignored his events. The narrative instead paints a clear bias, where entertainment is lauded and faith-based gatherings are dismissed or criticized.

This raises a critical question: why is it that gatherings for spiritual enrichment are labeled as “brainwashing,” while concerts for entertainment are celebrated as a national achievement? Prophet Bushiri’s observation is thought-provoking: “If you hate someone, even their most beautiful face looks ugly.”

It seems the South African media is not just reporting events but pushing an agenda. The celebration of secular events and the simultaneous disregard for spiritual milestones suggest a deliberate effort to undermine the gospel and those who represent it. This reflects a deeper issue within the nation’s societal fabric—a growing disdain for men of God and an increasing glorification of worldly pursuits.

As Prophet Bushiri warns, South Africa must awaken to the real agenda at play. The selective recognition of achievements only highlights the media’s role in shaping public perception. It’s time for a fair representation of all sectors of society, including faith-based contributions, which continue to uplift and inspire millions.

True progress comes from celebrating all aspects of society—entertainment and spirituality alike. Ignoring the gospel’s impact and those who lead it does a disservice to the nation and its people. South Africans must question the narratives being fed to them and strive for balanced recognition of all achievements, be they secular or spiritual.