Gender groups demand action after Mantashe’s ‘sex-for-jobs’ remarks
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ANC chairperson Gwede Mantashe apologized for using crude language. He spoke this way while responding to claims that municipal councillors asked for sexual favors in exchange for employment. Gender groups are now demanding an investigation and disciplinary action. Some language experts argue the specific isiXhosa term used is not inherently vulgar.
ANC chairperson Gwede Mantashe has apologised after using crude language while responding to allegations that municipal councillors demanded sexual favours in exchange for jobs. Gender groups want disciplinary action and an investigation, while language experts say the isiXhosa term itself is not inherently vulgar.