Govt engages Boere-Afrikaner Volksraad

Friday, August 29, 2014

By More Matshediso

Pretoria – South African Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday met with representatives of the Boer-Afrikaner Volksraad at the Union Buildings, in Pretoria.

According to the Presidency, the Boere-Afrikaner Volksraad representatives had an opportunity to brief Deputy President Ramaphosa and his delegation about their concerns for self-determination.

The Deputy President, who was accompanied by Justice and Correctional Services Minister Michael Masutha, reaffirmed the centrality of the Bill of Rights in the constitution, particularly the rights of all citizens to practice their culture, religion and use of their language in a united democratic state of South Africa.

Deputy President Ramaphosa said such engagements were important for promoting dialogue and understanding among South Africans.

"Government needs to be available to discuss any matters of concern to citizens,” said Deputy President Ramaphosa.

Government will continue to engage with the Boer-Afrikaner Volksraad and any other formations to discuss issues of interest and concern. - SAnews.gov.za