Pastor's Mealie Meal Ritual Stirs Debate in South Africa

Pastor Mboro's Controversial Mealie Meal Ritual Sparks Debate in South Africa South Africa - A recent video circulating online shows Pastor Mboro, a well-known and often controversial religious leader, engaging in an unusual prayer ritual. The video depicts Mboro applying mealie meal to the face of a congregant during prayer, followed by a request for a R3000 offering. The incident has sparked considerable debate amongst South Africans on social media and in online forums. "It was quite shocking to see," commented one online observer. "I've never seen anything like it in a church service before." The video, uploaded to TikTok by the account 'Julia Celeb Reports,' has amassed over 31,600 views in less than five hours, indicating significant public interest in the event. The unusual nature of the ritual, combined with Mboro's existing controversial reputation, has contributed to the video's viral spread. While some viewers have expressed concern over the practice, others have defended Mboro, citing his right to practice his faith as he sees fit. The incident raises questions about the boundaries of religious practice and the role of financial contributions in religious services. It also highlights the power of social media in disseminating information and shaping public opinion, even regarding sensitive topics such as religious practices.