Gayton McKenzie

Gayton McKenzie

politician South Africa

Gayton McKenzie is the South African Sports Minister who has publicly supported calls for a boycott of Afghanistan's cricket matches in light of the Taliban's treatment of women.

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Ghana Ghana: Gayton McKenzie, the South African sports minister, clarified that Morocco remains the officially designated host of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026. 6

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Africa Cup of Nations 2027 set for June-July slot

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Gayton McKenzie blocked Gabrielle Goliath's participation in the Venice Biennale, citing concerns over the divisive nature of her work. 3

The Guardian: South African artist sues minister for blocking her Venice Biennale Gaza entry | South Africa

Brazil Brazil: Gayton McKenzie is the South African Minister of Culture who ignored Gabrielle Goliath's nomination to present her work at the Venice Biennale. 3

O Globo: Artista processa governo sul-africano após veto a obra sobre Gaza na Bienal de Veneza

South Africa South Africa: Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie said the nation was mourning the loss of a gifted and influential creative whose life was cut short. 8

Mail & Guardian: Family speaks after DJ Warras is gunned down – The Mail & Guardian

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie expressed anger and sadness over Stock's murder. 7

BBC: South African DJ shot dead in Johannesburg

South Africa South Africa: Gayton McKenzie, the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, praised Pops Mohamed as a guardian of cultural heritage. 9

Mail & Guardian: Remembering Pops Mohamed – The Mail & Guardian

South Africa South Africa: Gayton McKenzie has threatened to leave the Government of National Unity if Kenny Kunene is not returned as the political head of transport in Johannesburg. 4

Mail & Guardian: How could an angel break our hearts? – The Mail & Guardian

South Africa South Africa: Gayton McKenzie, Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, has used his position in public office to enrich himself and his family. 2

Mail & Guardian: Right-wing populism targets migrants – The Mail & Guardian