UPDATE: Ghoema CEO asks that Steve Hofmeyr video controversy not overshadow the work of other artists

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The CEO of the Ghoema Music Trust, Heidi Edeling, asked that the controversy over Steve Hofmeyr's music video not overshadow the hard work of other artists.

at Sun Arena on Wednesday night, the CEO of the Ghoema Music Trust – Heidi Edeling, asked that the controversy not overshadow the hard work of other artists. was removed from the Best Music Video category due to Steve Hofmeyr's involvement. The song and video features Steve Hofmeyr, Bok van Blerk, Bobby van Jaarsveld, Jay, and Touch of Class.

- including MTN, Toyota, and Media24 - after it announced that Steve would be headlining the concert. a photo of himself with the old South African flag with the caption:"Good rains. Found a waterproof roof. Mooi ne." "The Ghoema Music Trust acknowledged the broader importance of the Ghoemas, the other artists, service providers, and tickets buyers. There are so many brilliant artists that deserve recognition. Their hard work can't be overshadowed by the withdrawal of the video. The weight of the decision lies in the celebration of the artists," Heidi said.

Joe added:"Our commitment to Afrikaans and all local languages will not change. It has come to our attention that Steve Hofmeyr was nominated for a Ghoema Music Award in the category for Best Music video. We have requested that Steve Hofmeyr not form part of the event that we sponsor as his views are not aligned with our values. We welcome a society where freedom of speech is celebrated, however we take a stand against racism.""The bottomless childishness continues.

 

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