When did the practice of BBMzansi fans gifting housemates begin, BBnaija fan competitions. The practice of BBMzansi fans gifting housemates began as a way to show support and appreciation for their favorite contestants.
Similarly, BBnaija fan competitions also allow fans to engage with the show and demonstrate their loyalty to specific housemates they love. Here is the case, fans of BBNaija are questioning the fans of BBMzansi about their recent giftings to housemates.
Mpumi, Makhekhe, Zee, Liema’s gifts received from fans are being questioned by BBNaija fans, who are quizzing when BBMzansi fans have an interest in gifting their favourite housemates.
This question started flying around after Mpumi fans gifted her with an iPhone 15, flowers, food stuff, and money as her welcome home gifts. The gesture has made Big Brother Naija fans question when the South African fans developed the idea of gifting their housemates.
This question by BBNaija fans didn’t sit well with BBMzansi fans, who retaliated with harsh words and drags. BBMzansi fans defended their actions by pointing out that gifting housemates has always been a common practice in the South African reality TV show.
They just don’t talk about it or make a fuss about it. They underlined that followers can establish a personal connection with their favourite competitors by expressing support and gratitude through presents. Examples of past housemates who were gifted to them and supported their brands during their season include Ghost, Mpho, Thato, Libo, Sister Tamara and others.
