'ABOLISH ORANIA'

THE Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in the Northern Cape have formally called for a review of Orania's status, urging that it be evaluated in line with the South African Constitution and applicable national legislation.

- BY KAMOGELO MOICHELA

The party argued that Orania, a predominantly Afrikaans enclave with an estimated population of 3 000, undermines national unity and continues to promote ideologies reminiscent of the apartheid era.

The EFF maintains that such a socio-political model stands in direct opposition to the constitutional principles of equality, inclusivity, and non-racialism, which are foundational to the democratic values of South Africa.

In an interview with the SABC, EFF Provincial Chairperson Shadrack Tlhaole said the party was ready to challenge the area.