South African President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the media amid calls for his resignation over the Phala Phala scandal.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing growing criticism after seeking a court order to halt parliamentary impeachment proceedings related to the Phala Phala farm scandal. Ramaphosa argues that Parliament should not proceed until courts rule on the legality of the Section 89 Independent Panel report, which found prima facie evidence that he may have violated constitutional and anti-corruption provisions. Critics, including activists and political analysts, say the move undermines his long-standing commitment to transparency and fighting corruption. The challenge follows a Constitutional Court ruling that Parliament’s earlier decision to block an inquiry was unlawful, forcing lawmakers to establish an impeachment committee. Opposition parties, including the EFF and ATM, have vowed to oppose Ramaphosa’s application, while critics accuse him of delaying accountability through legal maneuvers.
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