Tag: freedom of expression

Hawks raid on comedian Anton Taylor’s home sparks free speech fight after satirical Mchunu video

South African comedian Anton Taylor’s home was raided by the Hawks weeks after he posted a satirical video implying a bribe linked to the then–Police Minister Senzo Mchunu. Prosecutors later dropped the case. The move set off a national row over free speech, political interference, and the use of elite police resources. Opposition parties and free expression advocates are demanding answers.