By Akani Nkuna
The Solidarity Movement has launched legal action against the Transformation Fund, condemning the initiative as yet another example of the ANC government’s alleged preference for racially discriminatory laws.
It argues that such policies marginalise minorities in South Africa, reinforcing divisions rather than promoting true equality and inclusivity.
“Through this legal process Solidarity is intensifying its opposition to this planned race fund which complies with all the characteristics of yet another enrichment scheme for the political elites, and one which cannot be afforded by an administration currently facing a budget crisis,” said Solidarity spokesperson Anton van der Bijl.
Earlier this year, Trade, Industry and Competition Parks Tau outlined his intent to facilitate discussions around the R100 billion Transformation Fund to reach a consensus on its implementation.
The fund has been punted as being essential for advancing South Africa’s constitutional commitment to economic redress and inclusive growth, which it
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