The African Transformation Movement (ATM) has strongly condemned the efforts of certain lobby groups to divide South Africa by separating the Western Cape from the rest of the country.
This movement, known as CapExit, has gained momentum in recent times, with some advocating for the Western Cape to become an independent nation. The ATM has expressed its concerns about this proposal, emphasizing that it will only serve to further divide South Africa and reopen old wounds.
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has reportedly presented a document discussing this potential separation, which is currently being deliberated in the Western Cape legislature.
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It is expected to be further discussed in the National Council (NCOP) of Provinces and the national parliament.
ATM President Vuyo Zungula has criticized these talks, stating that they are reminiscent of the painful history South Africa endured during the arrival of settlers in the Western Cape.
Zungula argues that the proposed Cape Independence is nothing more than a thinly veiled attempt to perpetuate hatred and intolerance. He believes that this bill is a cunning ploy to marginalize black South Africans, pushing them to the bottom of economic and social structures.
He stresses the importance of recognizing the insidious nature of this agenda and standing united against any forces that seek to erode the hard-fought gains in equality and inclusion.
The ATM president highlights that the Western Cape is an integral part of South Africa, holding both the history of settlers and the first inhabitants of the country, the Khoi people. He asserts that the province cannot be separated from South Africa’s past and future.
Zungula also cautions the citizens of South Africa about the DA’s recent appointment of an international consulting firm to promote the party’s interests in the United States.
This move raises concerns about potential foreign interference in the country’s domestic political landscape and questions the transparency of such engagements.
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