Offensive Post relating to foreign nationals in SA

Outcome

Overview

Post on 'X' (Twitter) refers to immigrants using a hateful trope

Background & Outcome

While the use of the word 'Amakwerekwere' is offensive, overall the conduct complained of does not satisfy the test for hate speech.

04 March 2024 03:01:13|Logged by: raathr||The IEC has taken note of this matter.|| 04 March 2024 03:01:17|Logged by: raathr||The IEC has taken note of this matter.|| Secretariat Recommendation: Referring this to you for noting purposes. Offensive term used but does not meet the test for hate speech in SA law.

["HATE SPEECH"]

Actions taken: ["RESOLUTION"]

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