Nicholas Woode-Smith, Leigh-Ann Hallak and Joe Emilio discuss the campaign to bring international attention to farm attacks, the controversy surrounding it, and what meaningful change would look like for South Africans.
In this episode:
• The White Cross Project and Joe Emilio’s experience in Washington.
• Farm attacks, violent crime and the safety of rural communities.
• The ANC’s historical role and government accountability.
• Political rhetoric, racial tensions and the treatment of victims.
• Media coverage and competing narratives about South Africa.
• US–South Africa relations and the impact of international pressure.
Can international attention translate into better protection for farmers, farm workers and their families? And why has remembering the victims become so politically contentious?
Why South Africa’s Farm Murders Went to Washington
Why did South Africa’s farm murders become the focus of 3,000 white crosses in Washington, DC?
I could sense how worked-up you became, Nicholas. The levels if frustration of the thinking people in South Africa are through the roof. Excellent guests you hosted...