The forum stands by its view that the intimidation and harassment of journalists, either in person or on social media, is unlawful.
The SA National Editors’ Forum will not appeal the Equality Court judgment in its case against the EFF and its leader Julius Malema, but will use interdicts and criminal recourse to protect journalists, said treasurer Adriaan Basson on Wednesday.
“Although Sanef finds certain aspects of the judgment problematic, we are pleased that the court has acknowledged the importance of protecting journalists.” In her judgment, Molefe said that in her view, journalists did not qualify for special protection in terms of the Equality Act. Molefe found that the complainants had “belatedly” submitted that their occupation qualifies them for protection in terms of the Equality Act.
The complaint by Sanef related to a number of incidents, such as a statement outside the Zondo commission last year in which Malema called for “fighters” to attack, and to “cut the head” of the enemy when it raises its head. He names some of the journalists, and other people such as Constitutional law expert Pierre de Vos.
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