This narrative was even carried in the media in some foreign countries; the Akkerland Boerdery farms were cited as an example. The articled was intended to counter that narrative, and sought to show that there was no such expropriation of white farms without compensation. It is common cause that the land was indeed sold by private treaty for R80m to a mining company. The appellant did not dispute that the above steps were taken, but insisted that no expropriation took place, with or without compensation. Well, here is the problem: is it true, as the Ombud says, that a complete expropriation and transfer of title to the government occurred?

Source: News 24 March 12, 2026 17:10 UTC