AN internet rage during the COVID-19 lockdown has been the #Jerusalemachallenge, with people from across countries uploading videos dancing to Jerusalema, a song by South African DJ and record producer Master KG.
September 24 is celebrated in South Africa as Heritage Day, and ahead of it, President Cyril Ramaphosa urged his people to “take up this challenge and show the world what we are capable of”.
So, how did the #Jerusalemachallenge get so popular and why is it linked to South Africa’s Heritage Day?
Jerusalema the song
The song by Kgaogelo Moagi, better known as DJ Master KG, featuring woman vocalist Nocembo Zikode, was released in October 2019 and became an instant hit. This was followed by a video release in December 2019.
The dance challenge took off in February 2020, as Covid-19 caused lockdowns in African countries like in most parts of the world. It was a group of six
You’ve reached your free article limit
Subscribe to enjoy unlimited access to trusted journalism. Cancel anytime.
Subscribe nowNeed help? molokom@insidepolitic.co.za
