South African authorities have evicted a camp of the Khoisan community, who had been squatting on the grounds of the Union Buildings for six years. The Khoisan people are demanding recognition as the country's oldest indigenous people, benefits similar to those enjoyed by the black majority, and the inclusion of their language in South Africa's official list.
South Africa n authorities have cleared a camp of the Khoisan community squatting on the grounds of the Union Buildings for six years. South Africa n authorities have cleared a camp of the Khoisan community squatting on the grounds of the Union Buildings for six years. Image: X/@Our_DAThe Khoi and the San people, or Khoisan as they are collectively known, were referred to as bushmen in the past and are famous for the clicks in their languages.
The makeshift structures were removed from the undulating lawns of the Union Buildings, the majestic seat of government that adjoins the presidential palace, television images showed. “It should be noted that no appeal or opposition has been received against this court order by any interested parties,” a statement said.
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