In a bold move, the cast and crew of the popular show “Queendom” have penned an open letter to Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie, calling for urgent intervention in the ongoing challenges facing the entertainment industry. The letter outlines the struggles faced by industry professionals amidst what they describe as a “diabolical crisis.”
The actors express frustration over what they perceive as government inaction and a lack of support from industry organisations. They highlight issues such as financial instability, inadequate resources, and a growing sense of neglect within the creative sector.
The letter reads, “For years, you stood silently and watched. You, government. You, parliament. You, industry organisations and broadcasters. You are witnessing our industry lurch from one diabolical crisis to the next.”
Minister McKenzie has been urged to take immediate action to address the grievances raised by the entertainment community. The letter emphasizes the need for a collaborative effort to revitalize the sector and ensure the livelihoods of those involved.
The actors also call for reforms in regulation and support mechanisms, arguing that the current environment stifles creativity and jeopardizes the future of South African storytelling.
In response to the letter, the cast and crew of “Queendom” are hopeful for a constructive dialogue with the government, believing that the intervention of Minister McKenzie could pave the way for much-needed changes.
