Malema wants to occupy land on Van Riebeeck’s Day

Landowners in rural areas are on maximum alert and largely engaged in reorganizing security after the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema announced that nationwide occupation of land would commence on April 6, known as Van Riebieek’s day.

The leader of the FF +, Dr. Pieter Groenewald, said Malema is playing with fire by uttering comments and a proposed plan to occupy the land. Dr. Groenewald said these statements create conflict, clouded relations in South Africa, and have the potential of anarchy that South Africa cannot afford.

The land issue is abused by both the EFF and the ANC who use land reform to boost their reputation among voters in the hope of securing more votes.

“If there is going to be any land taken by force, then the EFF and its supporters should take note that landowners will also use force to protect their property,” warns Dr. Groenewald.
 
Published on South Africa Today