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PRESS STATEMENT: SA Budget Delay - A Call for Self-Determination Amid Economic Crisis
The unprecedented delay of the budget speech underscores the deep-seated issues plaguing our nation's fiscal policy.
February 19, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
Henry Tucker | Federalism Won’t Work for All of South Africa
A former US Republican State Executive Committeeman provides his friendly and considered response to Joel Pollack on South Africa's future
February 11, 2025
CIAG Team
OP-ED: SONA Strengthened the Case for Cape Independence
For many in the Western Cape, SONA only underscored a disconnect from our regional realities and aspirations
February 8, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
PRESS RELEASE (International): CIAG Applauds US Comments on SA, Claims Partition the Optimal Solution
PRESS RELEASE: The radically different approach being taken by the Trump administration towards SA is very welcome and offers significant opportunities to progress self-determination and Cape Independence
February 5, 2025
CIAG Team
PRESS STATEMENT: Cape Independence Advocacy Group Responds to Democratic Alliance Leader's Speech
A provincial referendum is imperative to determine the preferred path to autonomy for the people of the Western Cape.
January 26, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
OP-ED: Strategic Breakups as a Win-Win Outcome
How Secession Can Strengthen Both Sides
January 25, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
PRESS STATEMENT: CIAG Calls for Action Against Land Expropriation
The Bill represents a direct assault on the fundamental rights to property that are essential for a thriving, free market economy.
January 23, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
Quick Insights #4: How a Private Referendum Could Shape the Future of the Western Cape
A private referendum is a potent tool for establishing a public mandate to influence political change.
January 23, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
OP-ED: Strategic Breakups - How Secession Can Strengthen Both Sides
The view of secession as a zero-sum game, where one side's gain is inherently the other's loss, overlooks the potential for mutual benefit.
January 23, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
Quick Insights #1: It's About Time...
At the end of 2024, we take stock of the GNU, People's Referendum, Western Cape Devolution Working Group, international events, and more.
January 12, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
Quick Insights #3: The Benefits of Cape Independence
The case for Cape Independence is clear, especially for those in the business and governance sectors, both locally and internationally.
January 13, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
OP-ED: Julius Caesar, the Rubicon, and Cape Independence
In 49 BC, Julius Caesar crossed the Rubicon. Today, 2074 years later, the Western Cape is ready to cross its own.
January 10, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
OP-ED: The GNU's NDR Gambit is a Catalyst for Cape Independence
The choice between integration and sovereignty becomes increasingly clear.
January 10, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
OP-ED: Cape Independence, A Path to Sustainable Growth and Fiscal Health
The looming economic and social crisis highlighted by South Africa's tax dilemma calls for urgent, decisive action.
January 6, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
Right to Reply: The Case for Cape Independence
Self-determination, a right enshrined in international law and recognized globally, is a legitimate aspiration of all peoples.
January 4, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
OP-ED: The DA, GNU, and Cape Independence
The DA's Political Balancing Act and the Rising Tide of Cape Independence
January 10, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
Quick Insights #2: An Overview of Cape Independence from an International Perspective
Exploring compelling reasons behind the Cape Independence movement and international parallels
January 12, 2025
Dr. Joan Swart
OP-ED: The Growing Case for an Independent Western Cape
Recognise that the dream of 1994 is unravelling and defend the idea of an independent Western Cape
December 18, 2024
Darius Guppy
OP-ED: Mozambique’s Two-Fold Crisis
A Threat to Regional Stability and Economic Health
December 18, 2024
Dr. Joan Swart
OP-ED: Strengthening the Western Cape
A Case for Independent Border Security and Immigration Management
December 14, 2024
Dr. Joan Swart