Award-winning actress Brenda Ngxoli recently took to social media to shed light on a distressing incident of racism she faced on the set of the acclaimed film “Sew the Winter to My Skin” a few years ago.

Ngxoli, celebrated for her stellar performances in productions such as “Home Affairs”, “Ses’ Top La”, and “Rockville”, bravely shared her ordeal online, sparking a conversation about racial discrimination in the entertainment industry.

The incident allegedly involved actor David James, renowned for his roles in soap operas like “Isidingo”, “7de Laan”, “Rhythm City”, “Binnelanders”, and the blockbuster movie “District 9”.

In her initial post, Ngxoli recounted how James directed a racial slur, “K***** meit”, towards her in front of numerous witnesses during the filming of a scene, leaving her deeply shaken and in tears throughout the day.

Despite the gravity of the situation, Ngxoli expressed that no action was taken against James, and her reputation suffered as a result of the incident, prompting her to break her silence and speak out.

Responding to inquiries from social media users, Ngxoli later disclosed James’ name and reiterated the offensive language he allegedly used on set, emphasizing her determination not to be silenced despite facing pressure from production lawyers and delays in receiving her payment.

The actress also tagged Layla Swart, the producer of “Sew the Winter to My Skin”, in her posts, holding individuals accountable for their actions and advocating for justice.

Ngxoli’s revelations garnered support from shocked industry peers, including former “Rhythm City” star Samkelo Ndlovu and award-winning comedian Thenjiwe, who condemned the incident and offered words of solidarity and encouragement.

In light of Ngxoli’s bravery in speaking out, fans and supporters expressed their admiration and urged platforms like @zintathu and @podcastwithmacg to amplify her story, highlighting the importance of addressing and confronting racism in all its forms, Stay updated with Thesistersshow for African celebrity news.“