Bheki Cele: “I wouldn’t mind if God would do to SA what He did to Sodom and Gomorrah”

TheTabernaclestudio.opera.comFormer Police Minister Bheki Cele has sparked widespread reaction with a series of emotional and controversial remarks reflecting his frustration with the state of South Africa and its public discourse. Speaking during a community event, Cele criticised the way South Africans treat one another, particularly in moments of death and tragedy, while also expressing deep disillusionment with the country’s moral direction.

“Even if your enemy has passed on, at least you wait until they bury the person before you can say he died owing me. But I’m telling you, you just sit there and say these South Africans are mad,” Cele said, lamenting what he described as a loss of compassion and respect in society. His comments appeared to reference the increasing hostility and cynicism often seen in public debates, especially on social media.

In another striking statement, Cele turned to the religious leaders present and made a startling plea. “Pastor, I ask you, are you able to go to the top of the mountain and ask God to do to South Africa what He did to Sodom and Gomorrah? I wouldn’t mind,” he said, drawing audible reactions from those in attendance.

The former minister’s remarks suggest a deep sense of despair over the country’s moral and political challenges.Cele’s words have since gone viral, with many South Africans divided over his comments. Some sympathised with his expression of frustration, saying he was speaking truthfully about the country’s decline in values. Others criticised his tone, arguing that as a former leader, he should be offering hope and solutions rather than invoking destruction.

Political analysts say Cele’s comments reflect the growing exasperation among public figures who feel that corruption, lawlessness, and moral decay have reached intolerable levels. However, they also caution that such statements could further inflame public anger rather than inspire reform.

Cele, who served as Minister of Police under President Cyril Ramaphosa until his cabinet reshuffle, has remained outspoken since leaving office, often weighing in on issues of crime, leadership, and social responsibility.

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