Cyril Ramaphosa faces backlash over viral video of gifts for gogos
A video from an apparent ANC campaign gathering shows an elderly woman’s interaction with President Cyril Ramaphosa, sparking fierce online debate.
The clip went viral on TikTok with hundreds of reactions ranging from outrage to dark humour.
The video, posted by TikTok account @newsnexussa on 24 October 2026, shows the indoor event taking place beneath a corrugated metal roof, with on-screen text confirming: “The Gogos are receiving all the gifts. 24 Oct 2026.”
The atmosphere in the footage was warm and celebratory, with items being distributed to the older women in attendance. He also exchanged a few words with the older woman who seemed mesmerised by his presence.