United Democratic Movement (UDM) leader Bantu Holomisa says the neglect and underdevelopment of rural areas in the Eastern Cape is a shame for a province with a rich history and commitment to democracy. Ta.
Mr Holomisa announced the state manifesto of his party's 10-point plan at Duncan Village Hall in east London. He blames the aging infrastructure and lack of services in rural areas on rampant corruption and misappropriation by the current government.
The party's main concerns are the poor quality of education, lack of economic opportunities for young people and the underdevelopment of rural areas in the Eastern Cape.
The party says the current state government must take responsibility.
“Our objective was to provide adequate funding for the Eastern Cape because it is the second largest province and if you look at the infrastructure in the Transkei and Ciskei at the time, it has never been integrated into a larger plan. The same goes for the townships. Look at the dire situation we are in. These people have been living like this since the 80s and the ANC government. did nothing against the people of Duncan village,” says Holomisa.
Holomisa argues that the state should be governed by a multiparty system to increase government transparency.
“One-party rule in the Eastern Cape is not going to help us. So if there is a coalition government, we have no choice but to join, but without any preconditions. Let's discuss the manifestos. Let's integrate these manifestos and speak with one voice.”
Holomisa said the state's current economic trajectory requires the reopening of all decommissioned industrial buildings to create employment opportunities for the youth.
