{
  "id": 16519602,
  "title": "Chikane says some South Africans never accepted democracy",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/chikane-says-some-south-africans-never-accepted-democracy",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-25T19:47:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SABC News",
    "slug": "sabc-news",
    "url": "https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/chikane-says-some-south-africans-never-accepted-democracy/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Anti-apartheid activist Reverend Frank Chikane has stated that there are individuals in South Africa who never embraced the democratic system. Speaking in an exclusive interview with the SABC ahead of the African Diaspora conference in Ekurhuleni, Chikane expressed that some people believed 1994 should never have taken place. However, he emphasized that the new South Africa is meant for everyone. Chikane addressed the accusations of genocide, stating that he cannot fathom how anyone could view the democratic process as such. He questioned the targeting of white farmers being killed, pointing out that more black farmers have also been victims. Chikane pointed out that change inevitably impacts those who were previously privileged.\n\nRegarding the ANC's decision on the mayoral candidate for the City of Johannesburg, Chikane indicated that the party will communicate its choice soon. He highlighted that Johannesburg Metro is one of the most significant municipalities in the country. Chikane revealed that he initially declined the nomination to help improve Johannesburg, as he never intended to return to government. However, if a crisis needs resolution, he is willing to step in. The ANC has announced a shortlist and plans to finalize the decision after the upcoming elections.",
  "summary": "He says to some people 1994 should never have happened.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "IOL",
        "title": "Gambling-related distress leaves some South Africans contemplating suicide",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/gambling-related-distress-leaves-some-south-africans-contemplating",
        "published": "2026-10-25T16:00:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}