In September 2025, when conservationist Fred Daniel was awarded R306-million in damages by the Gauteng Division of the Excessive Courtroom in Pretoria, the ruling was feted as a ‘historic’ victory within the struggle in opposition to state-sponsored corruption. However, as Day by day Maverick reported in February 2026, disturbing questions have been raised by the federal government’s intention to enchantment in opposition to the judgment. Now, in its unusual reluctance to pay Daniel’s value orders, the workplace of the state lawyer has been tainted by the case.
LAND CLAIMS SCAM: Cost pending — how the Fred Daniel matter taints the state lawyer
