Originally Posted By chupacabras:
I emailed a contact there who thought it was all election pandering b.s. and that the Supreme Court there would not allow it.

We'll see.

To ALL Concerned Hunters

There have been a number of reports in the US and around the world about South Africa and the “Expropriation of Land in South Africa”.

Concerns have been raised by a number of our hunters as well as the greater international hunting community regarding the issue of “land expropriation without compensation” in South Africa. John X Safaris wishes to clarify this issue. We would like to assure you that although talks of “expropriation without compensation” is a concern, there are numerous constitutional procedures and implementation requirements that first need to be addressed prior to this policy coming to fruition.

South Africa has one of the best constitutions in the world and the bill that was passed in parliament, will first have to be investigated and go through a constitutional review committee process. The committee will have to hold public hearings, where South Africans can give suggestions and inputs. Once completed the committee will report back to the National Assembly where their findings will then, once more be voted for in parliament. A two-thirds majority vote is required for the committee’s recommendations to be accepted.

The President, Mr Cyril Ramaphosa, has urged people not to panic and outlined the critical importance for South Africans to engage to come up with meaningful proposals and recommendations concerning the land issue. It is paramount for the broader community to realise that specific constraint were put in place that this process may not undermine the:

1. Economy

2. Agricultural production and

3. Food security

John X Safaris will heed the President’s request and be involved in finding amicable solutions for the wildlife and hunting industries by highlighting the invaluable contribution hunting makes to the green economy.

According to the President of South Africa, land expropriation would not be a “smash and grab” attempt, and much consultation would take place to ensure the process would not harm food production, jobs and the economy as a whole.

South Africa remains one of the best destinations of choice for international hunters/tourists and we would like to assure you that South Africa remains a safe destination for hunters.

There is no need to concern yourself, or for that matter feel the need to be concerned, regards your upcoming safari. None of the above or current news reports will affect your safari in South Africa. It’s business as usual and as a country we are ready to host you on your upcoming safari.

See you in Africa!

Yours in hunting,

Carl van Zyl
John X Safaris

Originally Posted By Number1gun:
Update from the fundraiser..

6 South Africa hunts up for auction last nite. At least 5 were 100% donations. So no minimum bid.

A $6k valued hunt went for $1500 and a $15k hunt went for $1k. No one even bid on the other SA hunts.
They ranged from $6k to $18k.

This is telling. Outfitters can’t give away hunts and people are staying away from SA. I heard several people mention the political turmoil.