Cabinet has reiterated that all South Africans, regardless of their race or political views, will always have a home in the country.
The remarks come after allegations that white South Africans who chose to resettle in the United States of America (USA) under claims of a "white genocide" in South Africa have allegedly been denied visas.
Briefing media on the outcomes of Wednesday's Cabinet meeting in Pretoria on Thursday, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said government remains committed to protecting the rights of all South Africans in line with the Constitution.
“South Africans irrespective of their political views will always have a home in this country without the fear of political persecution and suppression in accordance with the laws of the Republic,” Ntshavheni said.
She said while South Africa continues to face significant socio-economic challenges, these affect all citizens, irrespective of race and gender.
“These challenges must be addressed through a collective (all of South Africa) effort involving government, political parties, labour unions, business, civil society, and individual South Africans. The collective efforts must acknowledge the continued impact of the legacy of Apartheid rule and the need for redress the injustices of the past,” the Minister said.
Cabinet called on South Africans to continue to reject attempts to reverse the gains of democracy through racial mobilisation and instead recommit to the goal of building a united, non-racial, and prosperous South Africa. -SAnews.gov.za
