Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-001120/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Milan Zver (PPE)
The Commission has announced that it will invest EUR 4.7 billion in South Africa under the Global Gateway initiative to support sustainable projects and the development agenda.
Recent reports point to increasing violence against white farmers in the country, and Amnesty International has reported various human rights violations and high levels of crime and economic inequality. South Africa also faces challenges of corruption and inefficiencies in public services, where international funds are often used in a way that is not transparent.
- 1.Before approving this comprehensive package, did the Commission take note of these reports and carry out an in-depth analysis to ensure that EU funds do not support or indirectly finance structures that violate human rights?
- 2.Is the aid linked to respect for human rights and reporting of violence against white farmers and other groups, and what specific monitoring will the Commission carry out to check how the funds are being used and effectively prevent any misuse or siphoning off of the funds into undemocratic structures?
- 3.The EU currently needs more resources to defend itself and face up to its economic challenges. In light of these priorities, does the Commission consider that an investment of this amount is justified, especially if there is a risk of serious human rights violations, and what action will the Commission take in the event of any misuse?
Submitted: 17.3.2025
Last updated: 1 April 2025