insert_link South Africa ANC loses case against the MK Party in SA Electoral Court The South African Electoral Court has dismissed the African National Congress's attempt to prevent a new party, backed by former President Jacob Zuma, from participating in the upcoming general election. The ANC had argued that uMKhonto weSizwe had not met the criteria for official registration. According to the SABC, the country’s electoral court on Tuesday morning rejected that challenge. The ANC, according to the BBC, has said it accepts the […] today26 March, 2024
insert_link South Africa Prof. Ntsikelelo Breakfast assesses Jacob Zuma’s impact on SA elections Despite being a disgraced former president who was sent to jail, Jacob Zuma is turning out to be the political wildcard in South Africa's election campaign. This follows his dramatic decision to ditch the governing African National Congress for the newly formed party uMkhonto we Sizwe. We spoke to Here’s to SA-based political analyst Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast. today14 March, 2024
insert_link South Africa GOOD Party Condemns Exploitation of LGBTQIA+ Rights for Political Gain South Africa's GOOD party is urging citizens to reject the politicization of LGBTQIA+ rights. The party strongly condemns former President Jacob Zuma for labeling the legalization of same-sex relationships as a disgrace. The party argues that Zuma's remarks undermine constitutional protections, worsening the daily struggles of that community. Spokesperson Carlos Mesquita calls on leaders to denounce such statements and uphold the rights of these citizens, advocating for a society that […] today28 February, 2024
insert_link South Africa ANC Secretary-General Warns Zuma of Accountability in Upcoming Elections Fikile Mbalula, the secretary-general of the ANC, asserts that former president Jacob Zuma will be held accountable if the ruling party faces failure in the upcoming elections set for May 29. During a media briefing on readiness for the manifesto launch rally, Mbalula criticizes Zuma for endorsing the uMkhonto we Sizwe party, suggesting that the former president's collaboration with the perceived opposition has strengthened their adversaries. today23 February, 2024
insert_link South Africa Duduzane Zuma forms new political party Duduzane Zuma has formed a political party the ‘All Game Changers’ instead of joining his father Jacob Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe Party. Zuma told Newzroom Afrika that the country needs something new. Zuma says drastic changes are needed to ensure that young and able people don't depend on social welfare. today12 February, 2024
insert_link South Africa Independent Electoral Commission Firmly Denies Bias Allegations by Former President Jacob Zuma SA's Independent Electoral Commission emphatically refutes former president Jacob Zuma's allegations of bias toward the ANC, asserting that such claims are baseless. Zuma recently accused the commission of favoritism towards the ANC and suggested that certain IEC officials could be influenced with bribes to circumvent the commission's system. Janet Love, representing the IEC, urges political parties to collaborate with the commission to ensure the integrity of free and fair elections. […] today1 February, 2024
insert_link South Africa South African political analyst says ANC’s Suspension of Zuma Vital for Party Integrity South African political analyst Bheki Mngomezulu underscores that the ANC had no choice but to suspend its former president, Jacob Zuma. The decision, aimed at preserving the party's integrity, follows Zuma's declaration of not supporting the ANC. Mngomezulu emphasizes the consequential impact of this move, especially with the Umkhonto we Sizwe party gaining traction in provinces like KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. today31 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa Deems Zuma’s Suspension Unfortunate but Necessary In response to the suspension of former President Jacob Zuma from the African National Congress, President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledges the regrettable necessity of the National Executive Committee's action. Zuma's suspension, occurring over a month after expressing support for the newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe party, was executed under Rule 25.60 of the ANC's constitution. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, Ramaphosa emphasizes that the party must draw valuable lessons from this situation. today30 January, 2024
insert_link South Africa ANC Suspends Former President Jacob Zuma’s Membership Amidst Endorsement of uMkhonto weSizwe The ANC Secretary-General, Fikile Mbalula, announces the National Executive Committee's decision to immediately suspend the membership of former President Jacob Zuma. The suspension is based on exceptional circumstances justifying such action, as outlined in Rule 25.60 of the party's Constitution. Zuma's public endorsement and support for the newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe have been cited as actions impairing the integrity of the ANC, leading to this significant disciplinary measure. today30 January, 2024
