Helen Zille, leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA), expressed strong concerns over the newly signed Expropriation Act, calling it a danger to property rights and economic stability. She vowed to challenge the law in court, arguing that it could lead to state-sanctioned land grabs without fair compensation. Zille stressed that the DA supports land reform but opposes the Act's ambiguity surrounding 'nil compensation' and its potential for abuse. She warned of economic risks and drew parallels to the apartheid government's use of similar powers for forced removals. The DA calls on civil society and the business sector to oppose the Act.
Helen Zille voices concerns over the Expropriation Act , calling it a threat to property rights and economic stability , and vows to challenge the law in court.In an exclusive interview with Newzroom Afrika, Zille reiterated the DA’s stance that the law could pave the way for state-sanctioned land grabs without fair compensation.
Zille stressed that the party is prepared to fight the Act in court, raising concerns that it could be used as a political tool to centralise power. Zille also highlighted the economic risks of the law, warning that its implementation could have devastating consequences for South Africa’s struggling economy.
"It is meant to address the state's need for land for infrastructure bridges, roads, rail, dams. That’s why it falls under the Minister of Infrastructure, not the Minister responsible for land reform.”
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