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Eyewitness News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
Zuma's lawyers accuse Ramaphosa of abusing Constitution
JOHANNESBURG - Lawyers representing former President Jacob Zuma have accused President Cyril Ramaphosa of abusing the Constitution in a court battle heard by the Constitutional Court. Zuma and his uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party have taken Ramaphosa to court over his decision to place Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on special leave and appointing Firoz Cachalia as acting minister. The MK Party also wants the institution of a judicial commission of inquiry set aside. Zuma's lawyers have argued that another commission of inquiry and having two police ministers is not in the best interest of the country. "The problem with this president is he literally wants to do what is called have your cake and eat it too. So, he wants to appoint Professor Cachalia and he wants to save Minister Mchunu... this whole maneuver is about that. How do I save my friend and close political ally, give him a salary for the next three years, five years, God knows for how long, while he's doing nothing," Dali Mpofu said.
Eyewitness News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
Ramaphosa can fire Mchunu and reappoint him if he is cleared, MK lawyers argue in ConCourt
JOHANNESBURG - Lawyers for the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party have argued that President Cyril Ramaphosa could fire Police Minister Senzo Mchunu amid the damning allegations against him and reappoint him if he is cleared. The party and its leader, former President Jacob Zuma, have taken Ramaphosa to the apex court over his decision to place Mchunu on special leave, appoint an acting police minister and institute a judicial commission of inquiry. ALSO READ: Zuma's lawyers accuse Ramaphosa of abusing Constitution This was prompted by an explosive media briefing by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, where he made allegations of a crime syndicate in Gauteng involving law enforcement, the judiciary and politicians. The MK Party's lawyer, advocate Anton Katz, has pointed out for the Constitutional Court that the country's supreme law had made clear provisions for an acting president but none for an acting minister. He said that the president only had the power to appoint and dismiss a minister, not suspend. "So the president says: 'I need a good police service while this minister is under investigation. Its not that I'm punishing him, it's just that I don't want him to be part of my Cabinet. What's wrong with that?'" Katz said that the decision to fire Mchunu dis not have to be permanent. Ramaphosa's lawyers are expected to rebut this point in their arguments.
IOL News
4 days ago
- Politics
- IOL News
Floyd Shivambu now slams MK Party as Jacob Zuma 'family stokvel'
Former MK Party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu has denounced the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party under Jacob Zuma as a 'family stokvel,' accusing its leadership of looting party coffers for personal gain. Shivambu, who is now the national convenor of the Mayibuye Consultative Process, had previously describing joining the MK Party as the best decision ever. After allegations he plotted against Zuma, Shivambu refused to resign and launched the Mayibuye consultation process to engage traditional and civic leaders across South Africa. He was speaking in Mpumalanga this weekend when he denounced the MK Party, the ANC and the EFF.
The South African
7 days ago
- Politics
- The South African
MK Party wants secret ballot for Ramaphosa no-confidence vote
The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has requested that the Motion of No Confidence against President Cyril Ramaphosa be conducted via a secret ballot. The party's parliamentary leader, Dr John Hlophe, wrote a formal request to the Speaker of Parliament, Thoko Didiza. He believes that a secret ballot will ensure that Members of Parliament (MPs) can exercise their constitutional duty freely, without fear of intimidation. According to Hlophe, the request aligns with Rule 129 of the National Assembly Rules. Given the sensitive nature of the motion, the MK Party believes a secret ballot is necessary to protect the integrity of the process. Hlophe said the ballot must reflect principles of accountability and transparency, and protect MPs' freedom to vote according to their conscience. 'A secret ballot will safeguard the integrity of the voting process and ensure that the outcome reflects the true will of the MP,' said Hlophe. Hlophe further called on Speaker Didiza to consult with relevant stakeholders and to make an urgent decision on the matter. The MK Party filed the motion on Tuesday, 22 July. The party cited President Ramaphosa's dismissal of Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and the appointment of Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia as the basis for its action. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 11. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news
Morocco World
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
Rachid Talbi El Alami Receives Former South African President Jacob Zuma
Rabat – The President of Morocco's House of Representatives, Rachid Talbi El Alami, met on Thursday in Rabat with former South African President and leader of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, Jacob Zuma, who is visiting Morocco with an accompanying delegation. The meeting brought together the presidents of the parliamentary groups and caucuses within the House of Representatives. According to a statement from the chamber, the discussions highlighted Zuma and his party's clear position in support of Morocco's Autonomy Plan for the Sahara. They emphasized that the plan offers a concrete framework for local governance by the populations of the region, while safeguarding Morocco's sovereignty over its territories. Zuma and his delegation acknowledged the historical and legal context underpinning Morocco's claim to the Sahara, stressing that Morocco's efforts to recover its territorial integrity align with the MK Party's commitment to protecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of African nations. The talks also highlighted Morocco's Africa-focused policy under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, a policy rooted in solidarity, fostering development across the continent, and promoting South-South cooperation, all while respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states and refraining from interfering in their internal affairs. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss shared parliamentary interests and to express the Moroccan parliament's willingness to strengthen ties with South African lawmakers at both bilateral and multilateral levels. Also in attendance were Mohamed Chaouki (National Rally of Independents group), Abderrahim Bouazza (Authenticity and Modernity group), Allal Amraoui (Istiqlal Party group), Abderrahim Chahid (Socialist–Ittihadi Opposition group), Driss Sentissi (Haraki group), Rachid Hamouni (Progress and Socialism group), and Abdellah Bouanou (Justice and Development parliamentary caucus).
