Ryanair, Europe’s largest airline, is facing accusations of racism for requiring South African customers to prove their citizenship by taking a written test in Afrikaans, a derivative of the Dutch language developed by European colonists.
South Africa has 11 Official Languages , Forcing South Africans to answer questions in Afrikaans to prove their citizenship Is not only disgusting its also Racist ‼️We are no longer in Apartheid, educate yourself.Ryanair says the Afrikaans test helps the company protect itself from transporting people who use fake passports. The airline does not operate flights to South Africa. The policy applies to South African nationals traveling within Europe.
Ryanair said airlines that allow passengers to fly on fraudulent visas are subject to a fine of roughly $2,500 per offender. “This is why Ryanair must ensure that all passengers travel on a valid SA passport/visa as required by UK Immigration,” the statement said.Andries W.
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