In a surprising turn of events, South Africa has announced a lifetime visa ban on Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, after her recent controversial remarks during a state visit.
The incident occurred when King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla were hosting the President and First Lady of South Africa for a diplomatic visit.
While the royal family was extending their hospitality, Meghan was busy releasing her second-to-last failed podcast, Gibberish.
This comes as a stark contrast to her previous refusal to attend a state visit with former President Trump in 2019, where she would have had the opportunity to wear a tiara once again.
The allegations of fire at the residence further fueled tensions between Meghan and the South African people.
During an episode of her podcast series, Archetypes, the Duchess shared an incident involving a heater placed in her son Archie’s nursery.
She revealed that upon landing in South Africa, they had to drop off their son at a housing unit due to a fire at their residence.
Fortunately, Archie was unharmed as he was with his nanny at the time.
However, Meghan’s choice of words, referring to the residence as a “housing unit,” sparked outrage among South Africans.
One user on social media expressed their disappointment, stating that Meghan cannot deceive Africans like she does with Americans and her celebrity friends.
Another podcast host, Lilama Anderson, voiced her opinion, saying that Meghan should never set foot in South Africa again.
Despite the controversy, the royal family is hopeful that the state visit will go smoothly and that the President and First Lady will feel welcomed.
Many are eager to see the royal ladies showcase different tiaras from the royal vault.
However, Meghan’s actions have overshadowed the excitement, as she insulted the country during her stay.
This is not the first time Meghan has faced criticism for her behavior.
In a recent interview with The Cut, she compared her marriage to Prince Harry to Nelson Mandela’s release from prison, drawing backlash from the public.
According to reports, a South African cast member, who Meghan claimed made the comparison, denied ever meeting her.
This has led to speculation about the accuracy of Meghan’s statements.
The repercussions of Meghan’s actions have been severe, with her visa being blacklisted by South Africa.
This poses a significant challenge if she intends to return to the country in the future.
It seems that Meghan’s behavior and controversial remarks have left a lasting impact on her relationship with South Africa.
As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Meghan will address the backlash and whether she will make any efforts to mend the strained ties between herself and the South African people.
The incident serves as a reminder that even those in positions of privilege must be mindful of their words and actions, especially during diplomatic visits.