The land issue is becoming thorny. After watching Zim we all said it wont happen here, but it is. There are current 'issues' about wine farms around Stellenbosch, Farming land in what used to be the Eastern Transvaal and ongoing drama in the KwaZulu midlands. I know this because I've just studied it at University.

My brother in law, good died-in-the-wool permanent optimist that he is is trying to buy a farm on the Breede riveer, but is having some trouble because of a land claim that has been suggested. You really dont want your dog in that fight.

The overall problem is that you may purchase only to find a claim lodged after purchase, and you lose your land. I would sooner try to find a way to enter using the cash as collateral instead of direct investment in land.