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DA files High Court challenge to void Expropriation Act

8/4/2026

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The Democratic Alliance filed a Western Cape High Court challenge to void the Expropriation Act.
President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Act in January 2025, allowing state expropriation of land, sometimes without compensation.
The DA says vague powers could deter investment, while the ANC says the law advances land reform and meets the constitution.
A High Court ruling could force the law’s revision before the November 2026 municipal elections.

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The Democratic Alliance filed a Western Cape High Court challenge to void the Expropriation Act.
President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Act in January 2025, allowing state expropriation of land, sometimes without compensation.
The DA says vague powers could deter investment, while the ANC says the law advances land reform and meets the constitution.
A High Court ruling could force the law’s revision before the November 2026 municipal elections.