Call to unite as Save SA hosts meeting in Uitenhage

CIVIC group Save South Africa is hoping to add the voices of the people of Uitenhage to its motion of no confidence in President Jacob Zuma later this week.

The group, which claims to represent all South Africans, said many had lost faith in Zuma and it was now time that parliament did something to remedy the situation.

“Over the last few months there has been a growing chorus of voices from all sectors of society calling for President Jacob Zuma to step down,” Save SA said yesterday.

“These voices range from urban to rural, labour organisations and leaders, business organisations and chief executives.

“They are joined by the faith community, the arts and culture and academic community, young and old, male and female.”

Now the group has set its sights on Uitenhage and hopes to add its residents’ voices to its growing movement when it hosts a public meeting at the Babs Madlakane Hall in KwaNobuhle on Wednesday at 5.30pm.

Political analyst and author Prince Mashele will be the main guest speaker.

A large crowd attended a similar meeting by Save SA at the Nangoza Jebe Hall about two weeks ago.

“The campaign is gaining momentum. This is a moment of hope, and we look forward to seeing more and more South Africans finding their voice,” spokesman Jimmy Gotyana said.

“The campaign is calling on all South Africans to unite behind that great symbol of our nation and the national flag to make their voices heard against attempts to loot the country’s resources.”

The aim of the campaign is to bring another motion of no confidence against Zuma in parliament, with the hope of a different outcome this time.

“We want to reach out to all the provinces, districts, villages and towns where we will encourage people from all walks of life to show their support on November 30 in Uitenhage by wearing bandanas, armbands or T-shirts portraying the South African flag,” the spokesman said.