Sharp rise in farm murders - DA demands action now!
3 August 2023
The DA expresses our deep concern and sorrow over the escalating farm murders, which have reached alarming levels in our country. The recent brutal murder of Theo Bekker in Mpumalanga, coupled with Julius Malema's incitement to "Kill the Boer," has raised serious red flags that we cannot afford to ignore.
We must not turn a blind eye to the signs and history's lessons. The dangerous rhetoric and violence aimed at a particular group of our society are deeply troubling, and we must act swiftly to address this grave situation.
The ANC's failure to address Malema's inflammatory statements and the escalating farm attacks is a clear indication that we cannot rely on their leadership to protect our citizens. It is time for all political parties to put aside their differences and come together to safeguard the lives and dignity of all South Africans.
Whilst Minister Thoko Didiza is quiet about the murder of farmers and incitement of violence by Julius Malema, we urgently call for the establishment of a commission of inquiry to investigate the potential link between the EFF's incitement and the surge in brutal farm attacks and murders. This inquiry must leave no stone unturned, and its findings should inform comprehensive measures to ensure the safety of our farmers and farmworkers.