Is it a campaign or a stunt show? Mzansi reacts to Helen Zille’s recent viral videos

Johannesburg mayoral candidate, Helen Zille, kayaking on a flooded road in Dobsonville. Zille was recently spotted in Dobsonville,Soweto, filming her latest canvassing video – but it was a candid, behind-the-scenes moment that captured public attention. A local passerby in a taxi filmed Zille rafting on a flooded road on April 14, 2026.

Zille responded to the viral moment, commenting:“behind the scenes 😄 Thanks for capturing this.” Zille’s unconventional approach to canvassing has sparked mixed reactions fromSouth Africansonline. Commenting on the video, netizens shared a range of views: @t_swele said:“Just publicity, no economic transformation, land redistribution and inclusive growth.” “Just publicity, no economic transformation, land redistribution and inclusive growth.” @malume_knox said:“She’s sending a message if you don’t get it forget it.”