The Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation, the CSVR, says it’s important for Operation Dudula, and others to come together to explore the strengths and challenges associated with existing strategies aimed at supporting micro-enterprises.
This follows recent demands by Operation Dudula, calling for illegal foreigners to be kept out of South Africa’s economic activities.
Dudula leader, Nhlanhla Lux is spending the weekend behind bars after the alleged ransacking of a house where drugs were believed to be sold.
Nhlanhla Lux Dlamini to spend the weekend behind bars
CSVR researcher, Boikanyo Moloto says preliminary findings in their current study, point to a lack of support by both government and the private sector for small businesses and the township economy.
“In terms of distrust of the state and the perception that the state is not functioning properly, that is a perception by communities, and that’s how we see examples of communities forming their own neighbourhood watches, and civic organisations, to mitigate that perceived inadequacy on the services of the SAPS. And this speaks directly to the state’s legitimacy in the eyes of the citizens.”
Operation Dudula members say Nhlanhla Dlamini’s arrest politically motivated
Lawyer states that Police are involved in Dudula operations
The lawyer for Operation Dudula leader, Nhlanhla ‘Lux’ Dlamini, says it is his understanding that the police are involved in supervising the movement’s activities.
Advocate Ike Khumalo was reacting to Dlamini’s arrest on Thursday night on charges of house breaking, theft and malicious damage to property.
SABC News reporter talks with Operation Dudula’s leader lawyer following his arrest
