Mass march against racism in Scottburgh

Pillay has joined dozens of people who are about embark on an anti-racism march in Scottburgh.

"A lot of work has been done over the last 21 years to set the foundations for a non-racial society. That's why [these incidents] are absolutely shocking. We've been quite clear that's it a handful of people but we must not allow to allow gain any currency or find any footing in society," he said. 

Between 200 and 300 are taking part in the march to the local court.

The campaign, under the theme 'Enough is Enough', comes after former Scottburgh estate agent Penny Sparrow took to social media to label black beach-goers monkeys. 

Watch a snippet of the march below. 

Organisers had initially planned to march to Sparrow's home but say they changed their minds because the fight is not just against one person.  

Executive Director of the African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes, Vasu Gounden is also at the march and is urging others to publicly take a stand against racism. 

"Visible public opposition is important because it brings awareness, it shows support in this case a support against racism. It shows that South Africans are united against racism. Majority of South Africans are opposed to racism," he said.

Arts and Culture Minister, Nathi Mthethewa is leading the march.

(Photo, video: Khatija Nxedlana)