By Charmaine Ndlela
Big Brother Mzansi has issued multiple strikes and disciplinary measures to several housemates following a series of rule violations that sparked backlash from viewers and advocacy groups.
Thandeka, Ramona and Liema were each handed single strikes after breaking house rules.
Liema received her strike for provocation, bullying, and taking private property belonging to a fellow housemate.
Thandeka and Ramona were penalised for making derogatory remarks about Ilano Sky’s identity and for refusing to participate in a wager task.
The disciplinary action follows controversy over transphobic remarks directed at Ilano Sky, which led to a petition that had gathered more than 13,000 signatures at the time of writing, calling for accountability from the show.
Well-known transgender media personality Dominic Zaca weighed in on social media, expressing solidarity with Ilano while criticising the programme’s handling of the incident.
“Ilano Sky, you are the first. They will attack you, but
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