Doja Cat performs at the Global Citizen Festival. Picture: X
During her performance at the Global Citizen Festival that took place over the weekend, Doja Cat proudly donned a South African flag-inspired dress.
The 28-year-old rapper whose real name is Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, shimmered on stage in the fully beaded body-hugging dress as she performed her hits at New York City’s Central Park.
When visuals of her performance were posted on social media, they soon went viral as South Africans couldn’t get enough of the dress.
@unclescrooch tweeted: “@DojaCat wore the South African Flag at the Global Citizen Festival. We see you Queen, you have no DNA. Just RSA.”
“She is healing and accepting her father's side. Doja cat at #GlobalCitizenFestival.” wrote @NgocaNomfundo.
During the concert, the “Say So” hitmaker delivered a powerful speech about the suffering in countries like Ukraine, Sudan, Congo and Gaza.
“Right now, millions of men, women, and children in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, the Congo, and all across the world are suffering. In times like this, it is important to remember that together, we have the power to bring change, love, light, and hope to those who need it most.
“I join forces with Global Citizen to help people in areas of conflict and crisis, and I know so many of you join me in taking action to earn your tickets to be here tonight. But we can’t stop now.”
She continued by asking concert-goers to take action by using their voices to support the people affected by conflict and violence.
“Please keep using your voice to help those fleeing violence get the food, shelter, and education they need and very, very much deserve.
“There is beauty and strength in all of you watching this and who choose to be here tonight, and this is our time to put it into what matters most, and that is life.”
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