This archive report was first published on 8 October 2019.
On October 8, 2019, Tanzanian musician Diamond Platnumz received a Philanthropic Endeavor Community Action Award at the Best of Africa Awards in London.
The award was a recognition of his massive contribution to society, but the ceremony took a humorous turn when Platnumz was called upon to give a brief speech in English.
As seen in a viral video, Platnumz struggled to express himself in the Queen's language, leaving fans in stitches on social media.
Despite the challenges, Platnumz's message was well-received, with fans commending him for his philanthropic efforts.
However, the video of his speech has sparked a debate on social media, with some fans poking fun at his struggles with English.
Platnumz's fans defended him, pointing out that English is not a measure of intelligence and that he has made significant contributions to society through his music and philanthropy.
Reactions ¶
Fans took to social media to share their reactions to the video, with some joking about Platnumz's struggles with English and others commending him for his efforts.