Blacklisting is the practice of preventing someone from working in a certain place or profession. The term originated in 18th-century Britain and referred to a list of people who were prohibited from employment.
In South Africa, blacklisting is used as a punishment for those who are seen as political opponents.
The first known use of the term blacklisting was in 18th-century Britain. It referred to a list of people who were prohibited from employment because they were considered politically unacceptable, usually because they had been convicted or suspected of crimes like theft, fraud, or murder. The word comes from the phrase “to be blacklisted” which means “to be barred from work”. In South Africa, blacklisting refers to the practice of preventing someone from working in a certain place or profession because they are seen as political opponents.
What does it mean to be blacklisted in South Africa?
Being blacklisted in South Africa means a person is not allowed to engage in any activity or trade. This usually happens when someone has been convicted of a serious crime and the court has imposed an order prohibiting them from engaging in any activity or trade. A person may be blacklisted if they have been convicted of a serious crime and the court has imposed an order prohibiting them from engaging in any activity or trade.
How many South Africans are blacklisted by creditors?
In South Africa, blacklisted individuals are those who cannot access credit and finance. There is no official data on the number of blacklisted individuals in South Africa. However, an estimate from the National Credit Regulator (NCR) suggests that creditors blacklisted about one million people in South Africa. Out of this number, it is estimated that 59% are black males.
