Unathi Nkayi Fires Back at ‘Grannies’ Comment: ‘You Will Regret It’

South African media personality and singer Unathi Nkayi has strongly responded to a viral social media post that referred to her and her friends as “grannies,” sparking widespread debate online.

The controversy began after Donald Makhasane shared a video of Nkayi spending time with her friends, captioning it with a remark suggesting men should date “grannies” to get ahead in life.

The comment quickly drew criticism, with Nkayi directly addressing the post and calling out what she described as blatant disrespect toward her and her circle.

“DISRESPECT. You woke up and decided to disrespect my friends. You’re going to regret it,” she wrote, making it clear she would not ignore the situation.

Nkayi went further, challenging Makhasane’s intentions and behaviour, accusing him of projecting insecurity and seeking attention through controversial remarks.

She also urged him to focus on his personal life and relationships, criticising what she described as inappropriate public conduct.

Reclaiming the narrative, Nkayi ended her response with a mix of humour and pride, highlighting her values around family and education while dismissing the label used against her.

The exchange quickly gained traction online, with many praising Nkayi for defending herself and her friends while addressing the broader issue of respect toward women on social media.

What began as a casual post escalated into a widely discussed moment, with Nkayi’s response being seen by many as a firm stand on dignity and boundaries in the digital space.