Freedom Front Plus concerned about Constitutional Court’s Phala Phala ruling
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) welcomes today’s Constitutional Court judgment on Phala Phala, but is concerned that the Court has, to some extent, eroded the separation of powers by prescribing to Parliament how it should manage its internal processes. The Court ruled that the Independent Panel’s report, which found a prima facie case of […]
Recognise Mimi Coertse’s exceptional achievements, Freedom Front Plus requests in parliamentary motion
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) tabled a parliamentary motion this afternoon, requesting that the life and exceptional achievements of Mimi Coertse, South Africa’s most celebrated opera singer and international star, be duly honoured and recognised. Coertse, who passed away on 27 April this year at the age of 93, made a phenomenal contribution to […]
Local government elections on 4 November mark a new dawn of hope
The date for the upcoming local government elections was announced today. South Africans can now set their sights on 4 November 2026 as the day to break free from the chains of decay in which the ANC has entangled local governments across the country. 4 November is a Wednesday, just under six months from now. […]
Those willing to turn away investments by the USA and Musk should also explain to the unemployed masses why the economy is not growing
Anyone willing to turn away foreign investment in South Africa because of valid criticism of the country’s race-based laws and legislation, such as the Expropriation Act, should also be prepared to explain to the unemployed masses why the economy is not growing. South Africa’s economic situation is so precarious that political leaders can hardly tell […]
Freedom Front Plus congratulates newly elected DA leader
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) hereby heartily congratulates Mr Geordin Hill-Lewis on his election today as federal leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA). The Freedom Front Plus remains fully committed to co-operating with political parties that seek to make South Africa better. This includes parties willing to work together to actively oppose the trite […]
New members and strong growth for the Freedom Front Plus
The tremendous growth of the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) over the past months as thousands of new members joined gained further momentum today with the Referendum Party’s decision to dissolve and throw its weight behind the Freedom Front Plus. In the past, many other parties opted to dissolve and join hands with the Freedom […]
Human Rights Day 2026: A hollow symbol for millions living in poverty and fear
While President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke on the “importance of human rights” this week, the reality faced by millions of South Africans is one of meagre meals, despair and keeping possessions under lock and key against crime. For more than 12,4 million unemployed people in the country — nearly 43% (Statistics South Africa: February 2026) — […]
South African government has to take note of US reality
(Parliamentary debate: Escalating crisis in the Middle East following the recent US attack on Iran and the implications this has for South Africa) South Africa’s support for Iran and the negative consequences because of the country’s apparent hostility towards the United States (US) are firmly rooted in the ANC’s historical ties with countries and organisations […]
US’s Section 301 investigation confirms Freedom Front Plus’s warnings about dangers of ANC’s reckless foreign policy
The announcement by the United States (US) that it will conduct a Section 301 investigation into South Africa (and 59 other countries) to probe possible unacceptable labour practices in the manufacture of trade goods is a clear sign that Washington’s patience with the ANC is finally running out. Section 301 allows the US to impose […]
Further clashes could follow Lamola’s call on US Ambassador Bozell to explain “undiplomatic remarks”
South Africa may have overplayed its hand by summoning the United States (US) Ambassador, Leo Bozell, to explain his so-called “undiplomatic remarks” regarding, among other things, court rulings on the “Kill the Boer, kill the farmer” chant. Bozell’s statements over the past few days regarding bilateral relations between the US and South Africa have, in […]