#ZumaMustFall

#ZumaMustFall

#ZumaMustFall

The #ZumaMustFall campaign is an initiative to remove Zuma from the office of the President of the Republic of South Africa. This movement came into existence when the South African President, Jacob Zuma fired the finance minister, Nhlanhla Nene, which caused the the South African rand to loose value, resulting in a major decrease on the economy.

The African National Oongress spoke out against all #ZumaMustFall marches around South Africa saying they go against the spirit of reconciliation. This means that unity within the President’s cabinet remains strong and that the citizens need to show collective participation to ensure the country’s potential and sustain achievements.

"Zuma Must Fall" banner in Cape Town

“ZUMA MUST FALL”. These three words were raised on a banner in the Cape Town CBD and had explosive social media response. The person involved for hanging the banner is still unknown but will be charged with the penalty of a fine or jail time.

South Africa being a democratic country means freedom of speech, however, this don't give people the right to speak ill or go as far as disrespecting the president on social median. These negative comments paint a bad image about  South Africa as a country and portray the country  to be seen as disunited and inferior as compared to other countries.

There are more dignified ways to address complaints about the presidents style of ruling such as discussing issues with local representatives (councilor, mayor) and the information will be carried up the hierarchy until it finally gets to the president. Although communication would delay, I think this is the best way to avoid hinting the world with our country’s problems and weaknesses.

#SayNoToXenophobia

#SayNoToXenophobia

#SayNoToXenophobia

Xenophobia is defined as fear of foreigners or strangers. In April 2015, South Africans were fueled to attack foreigners when Zulu king, Goodwill Zwelithini, said Foreigners should go back to their countries

The violence resulted on the birth of #SayNoToXenophobia to create awareness through social media to cover mass audience. The hashtag attracted more people to interact and share their opinions and thoughts about the situation. Most of these comments were negative and against xenophobic attacks, especially from neighboring countries, seeing that their brothers and sisters are being brutally killed.

The South African government was forced to implement barriers to limit the attacks from prolonging. South African President, Jacob Zuma, urged his compatriots to remain calm during the dark times and not use social media to enflame the spread of xenophobic attacks. Ministerial task team comprising of ministers from the Justice Pease Crime Prevention and Security Cluster assisted by the ministers of small business Development, Trade and Industry, as well as Social Development were established. Zuma cancelled a scheduled trip to Indonesia and visited a refugee camp in Durban to discuss how society groups can work with the government to promote good relationship between citizens. Police were assembled to protect both South African and non South African citizens and to arrest looters and those committing act of violence. More than 307 people have been arrested for related acts during the attacks and will face prosecution. Goodwill Zwelithini was scheduled to address the attacks on foreign nationals and the address is in support to the government efforts.

The attacks prompted South African artist to unite and form South African All Stars call an end on to xenophobia through music. South African Football Association (SAFA) proposed friendly games.

 I strongly condemn xenophobia. People come to South Africa for better opportunities. Killing foreigners might be cutting off the only bread winner who took the risk to come to South Africa to alleviate hunger of a huge family.

See more xenophobic attack pictures: https://www.google.co.za/search?q=%23SayNoToXenophobia&rlz=1C9BKJA_enZA630ZA630&hl=en-US&biw=768&bih=909&prmd=imvn&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjg8Z2Yr97LAhWDrxoKHeD5DHEQ_AUIBSgB#hl=en-US&tbm=isch&q=xenophobic+attacks