'Stop it': Somizi calls out Sweet Guluva's fans over campaign tactics on social media

Media personality Somizi Mhlongo has called out fans of Big Brother Mzansi finalist Sweet Guluva to stop their campaign tactics on his social media posts.

Sweet Guluva, whose real name is Akhonamathemba Mbele, is a 23-year-old fan favourite and finalist in the fifth season of Big Brother Mzansi.

As the competition's finale approaches, fans have been commenting “Vote Sweet Guluva” under Somizi's social media posts.

Somizi took to TikTok to express his frustration with the comments, calling them “annoying”.

“Some of us don't watch Big Brother. We only know his name because you annoy us in the comment section,” he said.

'You are ruining his chances because you're annoying us. You're messing up his chances to win. We can't deal with you forcing us to vote for Sweet Guluva whenever we post. He'll end up not winning because of you. We've had enough. Stop it.”

His complaint was met with criticism from some social media users, with many accusing him of acting superior because of his celebrity status. However, Somizi dismissed these claims, saying he wouldn't allow anyone to bully him.

“Go take a dive, go take a hike, go check where the sun doesn't shine. You're silly; you're used to bullying celebrities.

“If that makes me arrogant, f*** this is my page. I won't allow people to bully me. You want to be begged? The next thing you'll be saying is I'll need your votes in awards; trust me, I would never. One thing for sure, I stand my ground and anyone who knows me knows that I'm not arrogant. I'm humble, but I don't take bullshit and I don't take bullying lightly. If you have a problem with me saying I don't want Sweet Guluva on my page, go take a dive or go hang yourself.”

Only five housemates remain.

Sweet Guluva, Uyanda Nhlangabezo, Fortunate “Nate” Setwaba, Nsuku Mabunda and Karabo “Jojo” Sejojo are in the running for the R2m prize on Sunday.