Elon Musk’s Father Under Fire Over Shocking Nelson Mandela Remark
Elon Musk's father opens up about politics, apartheid, immigration and his strained relationship with his billionaire son in a controversial interview.
Elon Musk’s father opens up about politics, apartheid, immigration and his strained relationship with his billionaire son in a controversial interview.
In an interview with UNAPOLOGETIC host Ashfaaq Carim, Errol Musk discussed his background, political views and relationship with his son, Elon Musk.
Errol said he helped fund Elon and Kimbal Musk’s first company and reflected on his rise from poverty to business success. He also argued that South Africa has declined since the end of apartheid, prompting challenges from the interviewer.
The conversation drew attention for Errol’s defense of far-right activist Tommy Robinson, whom he called a “political prisoner,” and for his comparison of Robinson to Nelson Mandela.
The interview also explored Errol’s strained relationship with Elon, including Elon’s past criticism of his father.
n the interview, Errol Musk also discussed Nelson Mandela, describing him as a significant historical figure while offering his own controversial perspective on South Africa’s political transition after apartheid. “Mandela, you know, killed many people with the things that he and his group did, you know, women and children.” – Errol Musk
His remarks on Mandela formed part of a broader conversation about race relations, governance and the country’s past and present challenges.
The discussion has sparked online debate, with supporters calling Errol’s views candid and critics describing them as controversial.
