Elon Musk vs. EFF: Billionaire blasts ‘Kill the Boer’ chant in explosive rant

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Cape Town — Tech magnate Elon Musk has publicly accused the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) of allegedly promoting violence against white citizens, following the enactment of a controversial land expropriation law in South Africa.

At the EFF’s Sharpeville rally on Human Rights Day, the party sang the struggle song “Dubula ibhunu” — loosely translated as “Shoot the boer” or “Kill the boer.”

EFF leader Julius Malema performed the song on stage, stating that the party does not acknowledge Human Rights Day but instead honours those who lost their lives during the Sharpeville massacre in 1960.

Musk shared the video of EFF supporters chanting the controversial slogans.

“Very few people know that there is a major political party in South Africa that is actively promoting white genocide. The video below was just yesterday,” he wrote.

“A whole arena chanting about killing white people.”

Musk further criticised the lack of international media coverage, saying, “Where is the outrage? Why is there no coverage by the legacy media?”

He also drew attention to what he sees as racial discrimination in South Africa, claiming, “Starlink can’t get a license to operate in South Africa simply because I’m not black. How is that right?”

Musk’s comments extended to the South African government’s recent land reform policies. He referenced the Expropriation Act, signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa on January 23, 2025, which allows the expropriation of land without compensation under specific circumstances to address historical land ownership imbalances from the apartheid era.

“A month ago, the South African government passed a law legalising taking property from white people at will with no payment,” Musk said.

The law has garnered mixed reactions. Supporters argue it is a necessary step toward rectifying past injustices and promoting equitable land distribution.

The African National Congress (ANC) has welcomed the bill, highlighting its alignment with constitutional provisions and its role in advancing land reform.

Opponents, however, express concerns about potential economic impacts and property rights violations.

Internationally, the law has faced criticism, with US President Donald Trump announcing a suspension of aid to South Africa, citing discriminatory practices. However, he did not provide specific evidence for these claims.

Musk’s remarks have further intensified debates surrounding South Africa’s land reform policies and racial dynamics. His assertion that Starlink, his satellite internet company, was denied a license to operate in South Africa “simply because I’m not black” adds another layer to the discourse on economic and regulatory challenges faced by foreign enterprises in the country.

This is not the first time Musk has raised this issue. Earlier this month, he posted on X, saying: “Starlink is not allowed to operate in South Africa, because I’m not black.”

In response to Musk’s claims, Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) spokesperson Clayson Monyela strongly refuted the assertions, emphasising that race had nothing to do with the situation.

He said that Starlink was welcome to operate in South Africa as long as it complied with local laws.

“Sir, that’s NOT true & you know it! It’s got nothing to do with your skin colour. Starlink is welcome to operate in South Africa provided there’s compliance with local laws. This is a global international trade & investment principle. There are over 600 USA companies investing & operating in South Africa, all complying & thriving! Microsoft just announced additional investments yesterday,” he said.

Further amplifying Musk’s recent remarks, former US President Donald Trump shared the post on his social media platform, adding weight to the growing concerns about the situation in South Africa.

The South African government has dismissed claims of an orchestrated “white genocide,” labeling such narratives as unfounded and harmful.

Recent court rulings have also refuted the notion of targeted attacks on white farmers, stating that crime affects all citizens, regardless of race.

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