The Democratic
Alliance (DA) is the official opposition party to the ruling African National Congress
(ANC) and have proven to be a diverse and dynamic party in South Africa. The DA
delivers and is a credible party that
remains committed to fighting poverty. The Western Cape province is under the control
of the DA and over the years, the remarkable good governance proves that this
party is committed to leading South Africa into a first world country.
Having said
that, no political party within South Africa is without internal problems and
recently the ruling ANC party has scored big within the scope of difficulties. It
is not secret that corruption and fraud is a major factor why the ruling party is failing. However,
the DA remains a party that has the most effective method to change the face of
South Africa. Recently the DA have become inundated with internal appeals by Councillors
who say that procedure of appointments within the party is rigged, and controlled by the Brotherhood
of the Freemasons.
Is this bad
or can this be a way forward? Could this
mean that competent Councillors who are not part of the Freemasons will be removed
in favor of the secret organization?
What
exactly is Freemasonry - extract from their website -
Freemasonry
is an organisation of men who strive to live by the fundamental principles of
truth, morality and brotherly love. It is a non-profit organisation and
supports charity and community service. It unifies men of high ideals
regardless of their colour, creed or worldly status.
There are
several million Freemasons worldwide. The oldest Lodge under the Grand Lodge of
South Africa was established in 1772 and the Order locally has withstood the
tests of time as it has evolved to it’s present status of several thousand
members. They are ordinary men, 21 years and over, of all religions and
backgrounds, who share a concern for human values and moral standards and a
respect for the laws of society and the rights of individuals.
There are
many reasons why men choose to be Freemasons. It promotes brotherly love,
self-development, family and community values. Freemasonry provides members
with an opportunity for public service and hands-on involvement in charitable
and community issues, as well as a chance for them to socialise with men from
all walks of life without religious, political or social barriers.
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At a quick glance, it
does not seem so bad, but there are questions that even I do not understand.
At the top of the DA list of Councillors
who belong to the Freemasons are -
THE KOH‐I‐NOOR LODGE OF FREEMASONS
The Grand Master of this Lodge is the Hon. Mr. Brandon Topham
MP;
The Scribe of the Lodge is Cllr. Gert Visser;
Other known members of this Lodge are:
Cllr Reyaan Uys;
Cllr Danie Swanepoel;
Cllr Mike Shackleton;
Mr Janho Engelbrecht MPL; and
Mr Solly Msimanga MPL
Any many others.
There is a complaint that preference is given to Freemason candidates of the DA and while many might be
meritorious and deserving the position, what about the non-Freemason members
who are equally commendable of attaining a position as a Councillor. Members of the Koh‐i‐Noor Lodge
have taken over the municipality of Tshwane. I guess the leader of the DA Mmusi Maimane
has much work to do.
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Freemasons rigged DA candidate list’
