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The ANC's National Democratic Revolution (NDR) has left South African communities impotent, intentionally depriving them of the ability to make decisions for themselves. Self-determination is the only antidote.

December 11, 2025

Phil Craig

The CIAG has written to the Home Affairs Committee asking to address it, and to suggest amendments necessary to exercise self-determination in line with the Constitution

November 20, 2025

CIAG Team

PRESS ARTICLE: The WC Government has asked to be able to police the province itself, and the WC people have voted in favour of devolved policing, but the national government keep saying no. Can the WC claim it by right?

October 22, 2025

Phil Craig

The Cape Independence Advocacy Group (CIAG) is grateful to the Acting Minister of Police for his confirmation that our peaceful pursuit of Cape Independence is aligned with lawful and democratic processes.

September 25, 2025

CIAG Team

PRESS STATEMENT: Charlie Kirk was well known for his willingness to engage in debate with people from radically different political viewpoints - a principle that lies at the very heart of democratic societies.

September 11, 2025

CIAG & RP

Phil Craig says Cape Independence would deliver a pro-Western state on the tip of Africa.

August 27, 2025

Phil Craig

Joint statement by Cape Independence Party (CAPEXIT) and CIAG. Amicus Curiae application supported by SAPOA but blocked by City at great cost to ratepayers.

August 5, 2025

Cape Independence Movement (Joint Statement)

A provincial referendum to secure a resounding public mandate for devolving police powers could curb violent crime rates.

July 30, 2025

Dr. Joan Swart

An independent Western Cape has the potential to achieve energy independence from South Africa in oil and gas.

July 14, 2025

Dr. Joan Swart

With a budget of R57 billion for the SANDF, the state is failing its constitutional mandate to protect citizens from foreign and domestic threats.

July 12, 2025

Dr. Joan Swart

The Western Cape people hold the cards, and we are ready to shape our future as a sovereign, prosperous nation.

July 18, 2025

Dr. Joan Swart

An independent Western Cape is both capable and obligated to prioritize its citizens through robust border control and immigration management.

July 9, 2025

Dr. Joan Swart

The four leading Cape Independence organisations, the CIAG, CapeXit, the Cape Independence Party, and the Referendum Party have signed a cooperation agreement.

July 1, 2025

CIAG Team

While South Africa remains a fine place in spirit, the Western Cape’s distinct values and aspirations demand a bolder step: independence.

June 30, 2025

Dr. Joan Swart

South Africa needs non-racial, merit-based policies to unlock its potential, not divisive racial quotas.

June 11, 2025

Dr. Joan Swart

Capitec CEO Gerrie Fourie’s assertion that SA’s unemployment rate could be as low as 10% when accounting for the informal sector is an unsubstantiated claim.

June 11, 2025

Dr. Joan Swart

: South Africa needs a robust SANDF to protect trade, sovereignty, and regional stability, which is why reform is critical.

June 27, 2025

Dr. Joan Swart

The SANDF faces a crisis that jeopardies the nation’s security and global standing.

June 27, 2025

Dr. Joan Swart

The CIAG expresses profound disappointment, though not surprise, at SA’s latest economic performance, with the GDP growing by a mere 0.1% in Q1 2025.

June 11, 2025

CIAG Team

PRESS RELEASE: CIAG delegation to US reports that the ANC is poorly regarded, whilst there is sympathy and in some cases outright support for Cape Independence.

June 11, 2025

CIAG Team