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Mediation under the Expropriation Act: a new path for resolving property disputes
Legal experts discuss the implications for property owners and the balance between public interest and property rights.
Is the Expropriation Act a threat to foreign investment in South Africa? Billionaire Rob Hersov weighs in
Billionaire Rob Hersov speaks out against the Expropriation Act, claiming it drives away foreign investment.
Minister Nyhontso fails to establish promised Ingonyama Trust Board review committee
"Land Reform and Rural Development Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso has yet to fulfil his promise to establish a review committee for the Ingonyama Trust Board, raising questions about his leadership and the ongoing tensions with the Zulu king.
Clearing the Air | How SA's G20 delegation addressed US concerns about land policies
South African G20 delegation, led by Zane Dangor, met with White House officials to address misconceptions about the Expropriation Act and clarify that South Africa's land policies aren't designed to violate minority rights, but rather to tackle persistent structural inequality.
EFF: We will continue chanting 'kill the Boer, kill the farmer' until they turn blue and green
Despite growing calls for the controversial 'kill the Boer' song to be silenced, the Economic Freedom Fighters remain resolute in their stance following a Constitutional Court ruling that protects their right to sing it.
Debunking Elon Musk's statements on Starlink's absence in South Africa
Elon Musk's recent comments on Julius Malema's 'Kill the Boer' song spark controversy as he claims Starlink's absence in South Africa is due to his race.
Forcefully removed: William and Joy's journey back to the Promise Land after apartheid
After decades of displacement, William and Joy Francis are on the brink of reclaiming their ancestral home in Kirstenbosch, a journey marked by love, loss, and resilience
Political parties unite on Human Rights Day amid US diplomatic tensions
On the 65th anniversary of the Sharpeville Massacre, South African political leaders from across the spectrum unite in response to escalating US diplomatic tensions. EFF's Malema, ActionSA's Ngobeni, and ACT's Magashule deliver powerful messages about sovereignty and unity at this crucial moment in SA-US relations.
The importance of land reform in upholding human rights in South Africa
The right to land extends beyond ownership as it includes the ability to productively utilise land to improve the livelihoods of people.
FW de Klerk Foundation slams Donald Trump's offer to white farmers as based on disinformation and cheap politics
FW de Klerk Foundation vehemently opposes Donald Trump's claims about South Africa, labelling his citizenship offer to white farmers as fuelled by disinformation
Solidarity Movement goes to Europe to pressure SA government over Expropriation Act
The Solidarity Movement, allied with AfriForum, embarks on a month-long European campaign, urging G20 nations to pressure the South African government to reconsider the Expropriation Act.
ANC says Expropriation Act seeks to correct wrongs 'done by Kallie’s grandfather and other Afrikaners'
ANC condemns AfriForum's US lobbying efforts against the Expropriation Act, claiming the organisation's actions are damaging South Africa's international relations while attempting to preserve apartheid-era privileges.
‘Indigenous people in US are in worse situation than Afrikaners in SA’: Khoisan want meeting with Donald Trump
Khoisan representatives urge a meeting with US President Donald Trump to address land expropriation issues, highlighting the plight of indigenous peoples in South Africa.
FF+ slams Hawks' treason probe against AfriForum, says ANC should face charges
The Freedom Front Plus (FF+) has launched a scathing attack on the Hawks' decision to investigate AfriForum for high treason, arguing that the ANC's state capture involvement poses a greater threat to South Africa, and that the probe was politically motivated.
‘Democratically, they are right’: FF Plus endorses AfriForum’s visit to US
FF Plus endorses AfriForum's controversial visit to the US, urging President Trump to influence South African policies, despite criticism from President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Capetonians invited to comment on mixed-use development plans in Pinelands
Capetonians have until the end of March to shape the future of Pinelands with proposed mixed-use development plans that promise affordable housing and commercial opportunities.
President Cyril Ramaphosa condemns AfriForum's White House appeal over land rights
President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly condemned AfriForum's diplomatic mission to Washington DC, warning that seeking foreign intervention in South African affairs threatens national unity and undermines domestic conflict resolution.
'No US boycott': Lamola clarifies US representation at G20 meeting
Ronald Lamola clarifies that the US did not boycott the G20 meeting, highlighting the participation of a US embassy representative amidst ongoing diplomatic tensions.
AfriForum says 'absurd' high treason cases against them have no basis
AfriForum defends itself against high treason allegations as political tensions rise in South Africa over the Expropriation Act.
70 years later: The lingering pain of Sophiatown's displacement still reverberates across South Africa
On February 9, South Africa marks 70 years since the forced removal of Sophiatown residents, a painful chapter in the nation's history that continues to resonate with descendants today
Ramaphosa aims to set record straight with Trump over a game of golf, Presidency confirms
Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said that President Cyril Ramaphosa intends to welcome in a state visit ahead of the G20 summit. South Africa will hold the summit in November this year. The US will hold it in 2026
Did President Ramaphosa call Elon Musk to kiss the ring?
President Cyril Ramaphosa and Elon Musk had a telephone call on Monday, following the tech billionaire's concerns about the Expropriation Act. According to Reuters, Bejani Chauke, an adviser to Cyril Ramaphosa, reached out to Musk’s father Errol Musk to broker a call between the SA leader and the entrepreneur.
Netizens want 'dangerous grifters' AfriForum to be labelled a white supremacist group after Trump's land confiscation claims
As Trump echoes AfriForum's rhetoric on land issues, calls grow for the group to be labelled a white supremacist terrorist organisation.
Land grabs will never be allowed, Minister Macpherson assures investors
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has said the Expropriation Act sets out a clear legal framework under which expropriation may take place — always with due process and court oversight. This comes after US President Donald Trump took to X on Monday, threatening to cut foreign aid and impose sanctions on South Africa over what he called 'confiscation' of land.
AfriForum calls for Donald Trump to punish ANC leaders over land 'confiscation' claims
In light of Trump's claims of land 'confiscation', AfriForum demands that punitive actions target ANC leaders, not the South African people.