DA Challenges South Africa's Expropriation Act in Court

South Africa's Democratic Alliance Challenges Expropriation Act in Court Johannesburg, South Africa – May 18, 2025 – The Democratic Alliance (DA), South Africa's main opposition party, has launched a legal challenge against the Expropriation Act. The party's leader, John Steenhuisen, stated in a video released today that the DA fundamentally believes that private property rights are essential for a thriving economy. Steenhuisen emphasized the DA's commitment to protecting property rights and the rule of law. "The DA is challenging the Expropriation Act in court to protect private property rights," Steenhuisen said in the video, filmed against a backdrop of a South African field. "We believe that compensation in any expropriation must be just and equitable, just as Section 25 of the Constitution dictates." The DA's court challenge focuses on the constitutionality of the current Expropriation Act. Steenhuisen expressed confidence in their case, stating, "We believe we have a good case and we look forward to making that case in the courts of the Republic of South Africa." The DA plans to keep the public updated on the progress of the case. This legal action underscores the ongoing debate in South Africa about land ownership and economic development. The DA's strong stance on private property rights highlights the importance of this issue in the country's political landscape.