Question NW1638 to the Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Developmen
05 May 2022 - NW1638
Steyn, Ms A to ask the Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Developmen
(1) What total number of claimants were successful in claiming land back in the District Six claims. (2) whether she has a list of all successful claimants; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, will she furnish Mrs A Steyn with the list?
Reply:
1. 2650 claimants were successful, with 1449 opting for financial compensation whilst 1201 claimants opted for redevelopment i.e., opting for a dwelling. To date 247 claimants were allocated a dwelling.
2. Yes, however due to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), the list may not be furnished to Honourable Steyn but she may access the list at the office in Cape Town.
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