Resurfaced Mamdani interview ignites internet frenzy over alleged ‘fake’ Ugandan accent
A resurfaced 2016 radio interview featuring New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani prompted online criticism after some conservative commentators alleged that he adopted a “fake” Ugandan accent. The clip drew attention because Mamdani was discussing Ugandan culture while promoting his mother’s Disney film, *Queen of Katwe*, and the dispute became a broader social-media debate over his manner of speaking.
The interview was recorded for South Africa’s Kaya 959 radio station in October 2016. In the excerpt, Mamdani spoke about Ugandan culture, dance and music; the article reports criticism of his delivery but does not establish that he intentionally altered his accent.
- A 2016 Mamdani interview sparked accusations over his apparent Ugandan accent.
- The clip promoted his mother’s film, *Queen of Katwe*.
- The claim remains an online allegation, not an established fact.