Janusz Walus is set to be deported to Poland after serving time for killing Chris Hani

In South Africa, Janusz Walus, who assassinated anti-apartheid leader Chris Hani in 1993, is set to be deported to Poland following the conclusion of his parole. After spending over 28 years in prison, Walus was released on parole in 2022 by a ruling from the Constitutional Court, despite considerable public outcry against his release. Hani, a prominent figure in the African National Congress and the South African Communist Party, was shot outside his home, leading to fears of political instability in the country during a critical transitional period from apartheid to democracy. Walus's release was met with protests, emphasizing the lasting impact of Hani's death on South African society. The government announced that the Polish government would cover the costs of Walus's deportation, asserting its opposition to his parole while acknowledging the judicial ruling that led to it. The deportation has drawn criticism from multiple political groups, with the South African Communist Party and the African National Congress demanding accountability for Hani's assassination. They assert that Walus has not shown adequate remorse and has withheld information regarding the murder's orchestration, creating a call for an inquest into the details surrounding Hani's death. This situation highlights the ongoing struggles of South Africa in reconciling its past and seeking justice for those lost during the apartheid era, as well as the implications of Walus's release on the nation's historical narrative.