Protection Fee
Nkosinathi Maki
Comedy

In Gqeberha, South Africa, the “protection fee” problem has become a bit like a bad sitcom plot. Imagine this: local shop owners are minding their own business when suddenly, a group of self-proclaimed “protectors” show up, demanding money to keep the “bad guys” away. It’s like paying the fox to guard the henhouse!

 

These so-called protectors are causing more chaos than theyclaim to prevent, causing businesses to shut down and leaving residents feeling less safe than ever. Stay safe out there, Gqeberha! And remember, sometimes the best protection is a good sense of humour. Come hear all about it in Protection Fee- an amusing live sitcom.

About the Artists

Nkosinathi Maki, the founder of the Mandela Bay Comedy Festival, has always had a niche for entertaining crowds. From a young age, his way around words brought much laughter. He later made a career out of his gift and is now a renowned South African stand-up comedian, MC, and host. He reaped the rewards of his passionate work of entertainment with an award for Best Solo Show at The National Arts Festival in 2019 for his exceptional performance.

 

In 2022, he was the winner of the Jive Funny Festival Championship. Furthermore, he was nominated twice for the Savanna Comics Choice Awards in 2023. Comedians turn lemons into lemonades by making jokes, even about the most difficult things in we face as a society. Maki is affectionately known for doing just that.

Publicity Info

  • Programme type: Comedy
  • Genre: Comedy
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Ages: 14+
    • Strong Language

There are no performances for this show.