Revoke Cape Independence leader’s SA citizenship, Leon Schreiber hears

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Revoke Cape Independence leader’s SA citizenship, Leon Schreiber hears
African Transformation Movement (ATM) leader Vuyo Zungula has called on Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber to revoke the citizenship of Cape Independence leader Phil Craig.
The proposal for an independent Western Cape is nothing new, and the Cape Independence Party has been prominent in the political landscape for the past decade. The group wants a clean break from South Africa and hope to make the Western Cape its own country – leaving the rest of the country with just eight provinces.
SHOULD THE CITIZENSHIP OF CAPE INDEPENDENCE LEADER BE REVOKED?
In his letter, Zungula said Craig’s call raises serious concerns regarding the potential fragmentation of South Africa, as Cape Independence would undermine the country’s unity and diversity, lead to economic instability, and potentially create new social and political tensions.
Zungula said the group’s emphasis on regional identity would have a detrimental impact and might even exacerbate racial tensions.
“Cape Independence would worsen the plight of black marginalised people in the region, further worsen poverty and inequality by stripping them of vital South African Constitutional protections and affirmative action measures,” he said.
Furthermore, Zungula said Craig’s rhetoric has often included establishing a state akin to Israel. Such rhetoric is not only provocative but can be interpreted as a direct endorsement of actions contrary to international human rights standards.
“The minister has the authority to revoke the South African citizenship of a dual citizen if they deem it to be in the public interest…Therefore, I respectfully submit that Craig’s citizenship be urgently reviewed and considered for revocation, as his actions and rhetoric pose a significant threat to the peace and stability of South Africa. His continued possession of citizenship may be deemed contrary to the public interest,” Zungula said.
ANC CONDEMNS VIGILANTES
Ahead of the 29 May elections the African National Congress (ANC) condemned acts of alleged racism by a group advocating for the Cape independence who closed the R62 road between the Eastern Cape and Western Cape.
Images and videos of people being stopped and searched by vigilantes advocating for the independence of the Western Cape were widely circulated on social media.
Following the incident, which sparked public outrage, the ANC said it is a grim reminder of the categorisation of blacks as illegal immigrants who must be deported to the Eastern Cape.
The ruling party said the incident is a further reminder of a well-orchestrated plan for an independent Western Cape enclave exclusive to the minority as championed by the Democratic Alliance, supported by the fascist Cape Independents through the Powers Bill and plans of secession.
ANOTHER ORANIA ON THE CARDS?
The call for an independent Western Cape comes as no surprise as Orania already exists – a whites-only town in the Northern Cape.
Orania was founded in 1991 by Carel Boshoff Snr, an Afrikaner intellectual and son-in-law of apartheid architect Hendrik Verwoerd.
The controversial town, which has schools, shops, salons, and other amenities, has been giving many politicians sleepless nights, with some vowing to have its status reviewed or closed down.

source:https://www.thesouthafrican.com/news/politics/revoke-cape-independence-leaders-sa-citizenship-leon-schreiber-hears/

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