Achieving electricity independence for the Western Cape from SA’s national grid
WHITE PAPER: Electricity independence for the Western Cape
WHITE PAPER: Securing oil and gas resilience for an independent Western Cape – a 10-year strategy
An independent Western Cape has the potential to achieve energy independence from South Africa in oil and gas.
OP-ED: Time for a referendum to devolve Western Cape policing powers
A provincial referendum to secure a resounding public mandate for devolving police powers could curb violent crime rates.
A Stronger South Africa Demands Stronger Provinces: Fairness Through Decentralization, Not Central Control
South Africa cannot fix inequality through more central control. A transparent, rules-based system of decentralized governance can empower provinces and municipalities to deliver fair, accountable, and efficient public services. The proposed Equalization and Standards model combines need and effort in a simple formula to ensure every community reaches basic service standards while rewarding good governance. Instead of hoarding power in Pretoria, a stronger GNU must share it — building fairness through decentralization, transparency, and trust.
The DA’s Procurement Bill: Political Theatre but with a Serious Message for the Economy
The DA’s new Public Procurement Amendment Bill is unlikely ever to become law — but that may not be the point. In this analysis, Dr Joan Swart argues that the Bill is political theatre with a serious message: South Africa’s race-based empowerment model is failing, and the economy urgently needs a transparent, outcomes-based approach that restores investor confidence and rewards real development.
When Neglect Becomes Murder: The ANC’s Deadly Legacy
When corruption, negligence, and indifference cause thousands of avoidable deaths each year, a government becomes complicit in the suffering of its people. From collapsing hospitals and roads to rising murders and hunger, South Africa’s crisis is one of moral failure. It is time for citizens—especially in the Western Cape—to reclaim their right to self-determination.
Fairness with Freedom: How a Canton System Can Unite an Independent Western Cape
An independent Western Cape can achieve both fairness and freedom through a transparent canton-style system of local governance. The proposed Equalization and Standards Act ensures that every community meets minimum service levels for education, healthcare, safety, and infrastructure while rewarding efficiency and accountability. Instead of political redistribution from Pretoria, this model empowers local decision-making with transparent, rules-based funding—proving that independence can unite, not divide, the province.
Invitation to Review Policy: No Mercy for Criminals – A Safer Cape for All
CapeXit’s new policy proposal No Mercy for Criminals – A Safer Cape for All outlines a plan for justice and safety under an independent Cape Republic. Three pillars — enforce, reform, and prevent — set the foundation for restoring law, dignity, and hope. Have your say by November 17.
The 10 Steps to Cape Independence: A People’s Path to Freedom
Cape Independence is not a distant dream—it’s a structured, achievable process. This article outlines the 10 steps to independence, from public preparation and planning to international recognition and formal separation. Above all, it emphasizes that the success of every step depends on the active participation of the people. A united and informed public mandate is the foundation on which the Cape’s freedom will be built.
Shaping the Cape’s Future — Together
CapeXit invites citizens to help shape the future of a free Cape Republic. Join the public process to review and refine 35 draft policies built on freedom, fairness, and opportunity. Your voice will guide the Cape’s journey from vision to reality — together, we own our future.