South African Police Debunk Genocide Claims Amidst Farmer Protests

South African Police Dismiss Genocide Claims as Unsubstantiated South Africa is grappling with the fallout from false claims of genocide, which sparked protests from the farming community. A recent press conference featured a police spokesperson who categorically denied the allegations, stating, "But we have no respect for his genocide story, it is totally unfounded and unsubstantiated." The official clarified that crosses, often cited as evidence of killings on farms, do not represent graves and were misinterpreted to create a false narrative. The incident underscores the dangers of misinformation and its potential to incite unrest. The police statement aims to quell the protests and restore calm. The situation highlights the importance of verifying information before reacting to potentially inflammatory claims.