South African President signs controversial bill to allow land seizure

Farmers in South Africa have raised alarm bells after President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Expropriation Bill on January 23

Alex Black
clock • 2 min read
Section 25 of the South African Constitution recognises expropriation as an essential mechanism for the state to acquire someone's property for a public purpose or in the public interest.
Image:

Section 25 of the South African Constitution recognises expropriation as an essential mechanism for the state to acquire someone's property for a public purpose or in the public interest.

The law, which replaces the pre-democratic Expropriation Act of 1975, allows the government to seize land in the name of ‘public interest'. Land reform This includes not just public services but ‘the...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

 

More on Farm Business

Egg sector targets families with £1.5m health food campaign

Egg sector targets families with £1.5m health food campaign

British Lion Eggs set to promote versatility, affordablity and nutritious benefits that go beyond a breakfast

clock 31 December 2025 • 2 min read
A quick guide to Wales' new Sustainable Farming Scheme

A quick guide to Wales' new Sustainable Farming Scheme

As Wales prepares for the implementation of its first ever national farming policy, FG highlights its key aspects

clock 30 December 2025 • 2 min read
New report urges UK agriculture to ditch the 'doomloop' and 'grasp the opportunities'

New report urges UK agriculture to ditch the 'doomloop' and 'grasp the opportunities'

Agricultural experts urge Gov to adopt clear, long-term strategy for agriculture that will boost health and wealth of the nation

clock 29 December 2025 • 2 min read