News
As we come to the end of an eventful year, it is useful to take stock of important happenings and influences that continue to shape the Cape Independence movement.
Puerto Rico's Upcoming Independence Referendum: Puerto Rico is preparing for an independence referendum, reflecting its complex colonial past and the people's desire for self-determination. This move parallels other global independence movements, including those in the Western Cape, highlighting the universal quest for autonomy and preservation of unique identities.
Phil Craig's Continued Advocacy for Cape Independence: Phil Craig, leader of the Referendum Party, remains steadfast in promoting Cape Independence despite initial electoral challenges. He emphasizes the importance of timing for a private referendum, aiming to highlight flaws in the current Government of National Unity.
Updates
The Western Cape Devolution Working Group (WCDWG) recently reconvened, bringing together representatives from political parties, civic organisations, the legal fraternity, and provincial government. This collaborative effort is a positive step toward advancing autonomy in the Western Cape. Despite these best intentions, progress remains hindered by pushback from the central government.
As the Government of National Unity (GNU) settles into its structure, it is evident that while there have been isolated improvements, the broader challenges persist. While the GNU may stave off immediate crises, it cannot resolve the structural issues facing South Africa. For the Western Cape, the need for autonomy through Cape Independence becomes increasingly clear—a long-term solution for a prosperous and sustainable future.
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The Cape Independence Advocacy Group (CIAG) announced the intention to hold a private referendum on Cape Independence, inspired by the proven success of a similar initiative in Veneto, Italy. This ambitious plan includes a two-year preparation period, during which we aim to secure funding, build widespread support locally and internationally, and establish a robust technical framework to ensure a fair and credible process. The first phase is well underway. We have already begun engaging with potential technical partners, collaborators, and advisors who bring invaluable expertise to this project.
Feature: What Would Trump’s Recognition of Somaliland Mean for the Western Cape?
If Trump’s decision can validate Somaliland’s claim to statehood, there is every reason to believe the same logic applies to the Western Cape.
A cornerstone of any successful independence movement is the combination of two elements: a clear public mandate for self-determination and the recognition of the international community. Without both, the path to statehood remains precarious. This is why reports suggesting that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is poised to formally recognize Somaliland as an independent state carry weight—not just for the people of Somaliland but for regions like the Western Cape, where calls for independence are growing louder.
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