By Johnathan Paoli
Afrikaans lobby organisation, the Solidarity Movement, is unconcerned about possible treason charges against leaders from AfriForum, Solidarity and other cultural organisations.
This follows them being accused of a misinformation campaign regarding anti-white racism.
AfriForum CEO Kallie Kriel has welcomed the accusations as an opportunity to prove to the world that the African National Congress was abusing its power.
“There are simply no legal grounds for the charges, but should the state decide to continue with their actions against AfriForum, it will strengthen our position as it will show that there are indeed ANC leaders who abuse their power to govern against certain sections of the population,” Kriel said.
He maintained that there was no legal basis for the charges.
Earlier in the week, the Hawks confirmed that four dockets of high treason had been opened.
Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya said they were looking into the matter following
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