Steve Hofmeyr is a South African multifaceted artist known for his work as a singer, songwriter, actor, and TV presenter.

Despite his success, Steve is a ‘controversial’ figure due to his outspoken views on political and social issues, particularly regarding race relations in South Africa.

He speaks out against farm attacks and celebrates his Afrikaner culture.

Afrikaner culture

Afrikaners are a South African ethnic group descended from predominantly Dutch settlers who first arrived at the Cape of Good Hope in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Originally known as Boers (Afrikaans for ‘farmers’), the terms ‘Afrikaner’ and ‘Boer’ are sometimes used interchangeably, though the distinction between them is nuanced and complex. (I recommend listening to my conversation about Siener van Rensburg.)

Boers in the early 20th century

Afrikanerdom encapsulates all things proudly Afrikaans, representing Afrikaner nationalism based on pride in the Afrikaans language and culture, conservative Christiniaty, and a heritage of pioneering.

Basically, Afrikaner heritage is rich in culture, innovation, cuisine, music, and a strong sense of community.

Take him all in all, I think the Boer will be found to be the most formidable antagonist who has ever crossed the path of Imperial Britain.

Winston Churchill

Given the strong anti-Afrikaner sentiment publicly sanctioned by the current South African government and perpetuated by the media, I believe it’s crucial that this heritage is preserved.

Most South African commercial farmers are Afrikaners who have been frequent victims of very brutal ‘random acts of crime‘.

South Africa has no more food

Farming in South Africa ranks among the most dangerous professions, yet the government and media often turn a blind eye — likely because the farmers are white and the attackers are black, presenting racialised optics that are difficult to navigate.

Blacks are not oppressed

Well, they are, which will invariably please Black Lives Matter.

But not by Whites, according to the Global Slavery Index.

Africa, home to 17% of the world’s population, grapples with slavery.

Yes, still to this day.

Most African countries harbour some form of slavery, entrapping over 3.1 million in forced marriages and another 3.8 million in forced labour, particularly among those migrating to cities.

Our commitment to the eradication of human trafficking and slavery is unwavering.

Muhammadu Buhari, President of Nigeria

Put another way, Blacks are oppressing Blacks (and others).

But you won’t hear Black Lives Matter saying anything about this.

Because Black lives don’t matter to Black Lives Matter.

Here’s my conversation with Steve.

The Boers are simple, honest people, and they are fighting for their independence, for which any people would fight

Mahatma Gandhi

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