Sparks likely over land bill
2003-10-29 12:23
Cape Town - Parliament's portfolio committee on agriculture and land affairs has asked for written submissions on the Communal Land Rights Bill.
One of the main objectives of the draft legislation, approved by the cabinet earlier this month, is to provide those living on communal land with greater security of tenure.
It also aims to provide protection against arbitrary taking away of land-tenure rights.
The measure has been widely criticised by traditional leaders, who last year warned of possible bloodshed if the legislation was approved.
Committee chairman Neo Masithela said people and organisations should make their submissions before November 10.
Public hearings on the bill will be held from November 11 to 14.
- SAPA