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South Africa’s highest court blocks Zuma from becoming a legislator

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Last updated: 2024/05/20 at 11:20 AM
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The South African Constitutional Court has ruled that former President Jacob Zuma is disqualified from running for parliament in the upcoming general election due to his 15-month prison sentence for contempt of court. Zuma was convicted in 2021 for refusing to testify at an inquiry investigating corruption during his presidency, which ended in 2018. Despite this ruling, Zuma has been campaigning under the banner of the newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party after falling out with the governing African National Congress (ANC). The MK Secretary General, Sihle Ngubane, expressed disappointment with the ruling but stated that it would not affect the party’s campaign as Zuma remains the leader. Zuma’s face will still appear on the ballot paper for the May 29 election.

In South Africa’s electoral system, voters vote for political parties, and the candidates at the top of the party lists receive parliamentary seats based on the number of votes the party receives. Members of the MK party showed their support outside the court by singing and dancing, while those inside, some dressed in traditional Zulu regalia, remained silent as the judgment was delivered. Zuma has not yet commented on the ruling. ANC leader and South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledged the court’s decision, emphasizing the judiciary’s role in arbitrating disputes in accordance with the constitution. With the emergence of the MK party, there is speculation that the ANC could potentially lose its parliamentary majority for the first time since the end of apartheid 30 years ago.

The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party, formed by former President Jacob Zuma after his fallout with the ANC, is facing challenges as the Constitutional Court has ruled Zuma ineligible to run for parliament in the upcoming general election. The ruling stems from Zuma’s 15-month prison sentence for contempt of court, related to his refusal to testify at an inquiry investigating corruption during his presidency. Despite the setback, the MK party remains committed to its campaign efforts, with Secretary General Sihle Ngubane affirming that Zuma’s leadership will not be impacted by the court’s decision. Zuma’s name will still be on the ballot paper for the May 29 election, where voters will choose political parties to determine parliamentary representation.

The South African electoral system operates on a proportional representation basis, where voters vote for political parties rather than individual candidates. The number of parliamentary seats allocated to each party is determined by the votes received, with candidates at the top of the party list securing seats. Members of the MK party demonstrated their support for Zuma outside the court, showcasing their solidarity through song and dance. Inside the court, individuals adorned in traditional Zulu attire maintained a somber demeanor during the judgment announcement. While Zuma has not publicly commented on the ruling, ANC leader Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledged the court’s decision, emphasizing the judiciary’s authority in resolving constitutional disputes.

President Ramaphosa highlighted the Constitutional Court’s status as the highest court in the land, underscoring the constitutional framework that grants the judiciary the mandate to adjudicate legal matters. The emergence of the MK party has introduced a new dynamic to South Africa’s political landscape, potentially challenging the ANC’s longstanding parliamentary majority. The MK party’s namesake, uMkhonto we Sizwe, was the armed wing of the ANC during the struggle against apartheid, adding historical significance to its formation. As South Africa prepares for the general election, the impact of Zuma’s disqualification on the electoral landscape remains uncertain, with implications for the country’s political future. The ruling sets a precedent for accountability and adherence to the legal framework, reinforcing the country’s commitment to upholding the rule of law.

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