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John Edmund Van Der Westhuizen, widely recognized as JE VD WESTHUIZEN, is a South African military veteran, public servant, and the founding leader of the South African Republican Party (SARP). Born in Bloemfontein in 1980, JE was raised with a fierce sense of national identity and duty. His years in the South African National Defence Force, where he rose to the rank of lieutenant colonel, shaped his unwavering commitment to discipline, leadership, and service. After his military career, he pursued studies in political science and economics, equipping himself to take on the challenges of governance and reform. JE became a relentless advocate for border security, anti-corruption reform, and rural upliftment. In 2024, he declared his candidacy for the presidency, determined to restore the republic through strong leadership, conservative values, and bold policy change.
