Thando Mahlangu was asked to leave Boulders Shopping Centre because he was dressed in traditional Ndebele attire.Redefine Properties says it welcomes the recommendations made by the
Mahlangu was thrust into the spotlight after he was instructed by Maponyane to leave the Boulders Shopping Centre because he was dressed “inappropriately”. Mahlangu was wearing his traditional Ndebele attire. “We agree with the CRL that this matter is an indication of a national crisis in SA which among others, includes a lack of public knowledge, awareness and respect for cultural and religious diversity in the country,” said the company.
The commission delivered its recommendations on Thursday after deliberating the matter. Its recommendations include Redefine Properties hold cultural exhibitions annually on March 24 in all its malls to raise awareness about SA’s cultural diversity. religious and cultural rights and cultural diversity.