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The IFP is perplexed by the unjust application of the parole system used by
the department of Correctional Services to determine which prisoners are
paroled.

IFP Spokesperson on Correctional Services, Mr VelaphiNdlovu, MP, said "The
Department of Correctional Services seems prefer giving parole to some
prisoners over others, particularly those who are connected with the ANC.
For instance, Prince Sifiso Zulu, who confessed to killing two people whilst
driving under the influence of alcohol, is on the verge of being released
while Mr Derby Lewis,who is very extremely ill, still languishes in prison."

The IFP believes that prisoners who are friends, supporters and are, in one
way or another, financially bankrolling the ANC receive preferential
treatment even in prisons.
"The government is creating classes of prisoners, which should not happen in
a country where no one should be above the law and all prisoners are
required to serve the sentences handed down" said Ndlovu

The IFP calls on the department of Correctional Services to treat all
prisoners equally and not be treated according to what political party they
are affiliated to.