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Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma, has pleaded not guilty to terrorism-related charges linked to social media comments during the 2021 protests, which she and her supporters claim are politically motivated and weakly supported by evidence.
South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) has lost its electoral majority for the first time in three decades, dropping from 57.5% in 2019 to 40.2% in the latest elections. The ANC now faces the challenge of forming a coalition government amid chronic unemployment, degraded public services, and high crime rates. The party lost control of three provinces, including KwaZulu-Natal, where former president Jacob Zuma's new party, uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK), made significant gains. President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledged the voters' message and emphasized the need for political parties to collaborate. The ANC's future coalition choices and internal reforms are critical as it navigates this new political landscape.
South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) has lost its majority for the first time, securing only 40% of the vote in the recent election, leading to a new era of coalition politics. Voter dissatisfaction with economic and social policies contributed to the decline. Former President Jacob Zuma's new party, uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK), performed strongly, particularly in KwaZulu-Natal, and is considering a court challenge. The ANC may need to form a coalition to maintain power, with potential partners including the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF). Final results are expected to be announced on Sunday.
South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) has lost its majority for the first time since the end of apartheid, leading to coalition negotiations and casting doubt on President Cyril Ramaphosa's future. The ANC's decline is attributed to deteriorating public services and rising crime, compounded by the rise of Jacob Zuma's uMKhonto we Sizwe (MK) party. Analysts suggest that Ramaphosa may face pressure to resign, and potential coalitions with either the Democratic Alliance or a national unity government are being considered to stabilize governance.
In a historic election, South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) has lost its outright majority for the first time, securing only 40% of the vote. This marks a significant decline from its previous 57% in 2019, forcing the ANC to form a coalition government. The newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party, led by controversial former ANC leader Jacob Zuma, emerged as the third-largest party, complicating the political landscape. The election results reflect growing public dissatisfaction with the ANC due to persistent inequality, unemployment, and corruption.
Former President Jacob Zuma's new uMkhonto we Sizwe Party (MK) is poised for significant gains in South Africa's general elections, challenging the long-dominant African National Congress (ANC). With the MK leading in KwaZulu Natal and securing about 15% of the national vote, the ANC faces its worst performance since 1994 and may need to form a coalition government to stay in power. The results reflect widespread dissatisfaction with the ANC's governance, marked by economic inequality, corruption, and high unemployment.
The African National Congress (ANC) is on track to lose its parliamentary majority for the first time since coming to power 30 years ago, with partial election results showing it at 42%. This would force the ANC to form a coalition, potentially altering South Africa's political landscape. The Democratic Alliance (DA) and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party) are the main challengers, with the latter gaining significant support in KwaZulu-Natal. The final results are expected over the weekend.
In a surprising political twist, former South African President Jacob Zuma, despite his recent legal troubles and disqualification from running for Parliament, is leveraging his anti-apartheid legacy to challenge the ruling African National Congress (ANC) with his new uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party. This move has resonated with many, particularly in his home province of KwaZulu-Natal, and could force the ANC into a coalition to maintain power. Zuma's supporters, nostalgic for the anti-apartheid struggle, believe his new party represents a truer version of the ANC's original ideals.
The African National Congress (ANC) held its final rally in Soweto ahead of the 2024 South African elections, aiming for a seventh term despite challenges. Opinion polls suggest the ANC may lose its parliamentary majority for the first time since the end of apartheid, due to issues like power cuts, corruption, and unemployment. Former President Jacob Zuma's new party, uMkhonto weSizwe, poses a significant threat. President Cyril Ramaphosa, despite past scandals, remains confident of victory, emphasizing efforts to combat corruption and improve infrastructure. The opposition Democratic Alliance (DA) remains divided, further bolstering the ANC's chances.
A collection of diverse photographs from around the world, including a preview of Yinka Shonibare's exhibition in London, former South African president Jacob Zuma attending a court case, emergency services responding to a plane crash in Australia, and various events such as a hot air balloon festival in Indonesia and the Randox Grand National festival in the UK.
South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) has suspended former President Jacob Zuma ahead of the country's general elections, following his backing of another party. The decision reflects disunity within the ANC, which is expected to lose ground in the upcoming elections. Zuma, who was forced from office under corruption allegations, has become estranged from the party and declared his support for a new party, uMkhonto We Sizwe. The ANC may seek to deregister the new party and challenge its use of the name. Zuma has 48 hours to respond to the suspension.
Former South African President Jacob Zuma has publicly denounced his own party, the African National Congress (ANC), ahead of next year's general election. Zuma criticized current President Cyril Ramaphosa's leadership and accused the ANC of being a "proxy for white monopoly capital." He announced that he would vote for the new Umkhonto We Sizwe (MK) party instead. The ANC, which has governed South Africa since 1994, is facing corruption scandals and economic decline, posing a significant challenge to its long-standing dominance. Zuma himself is facing corruption charges and has been involved in legal battles since leaving office.
Former South African President Jacob Zuma has denounced the ruling African National Congress (ANC) party and announced his support for a newly-formed political formation called Umkhonto we Sizwe. Zuma, who was president of the ANC from 2007 to 2017, criticized President Cyril Ramaphosa and called on South Africans to vote against the ANC in the upcoming general election. Recent polls suggest that the ANC may receive less than 50% of the national vote and may need to form a coalition government to stay in power. Zuma has faced legal battles since leaving office, including a prison sentence for defying a court order and corruption charges.
The African National Congress (ANC) plans to take legal action against uMkhonto weSizwe (MK), a newly-registered political formation named after the ANC's armed wing. ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula criticized the use of the name, stating that it belonged to the ANC and carried its rich history. There are suggestions that former president Jacob Zuma may be involved with the new party, but ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed resignation about Zuma's political moves. Zuma is expected to announce his involvement with the newly-registered MK party on Saturday.
Former South African President Jacob Zuma, who was returned to prison to comply with a court ruling that his release on ill health was unlawful, was freed after just an hour under a remission process aimed at addressing overcrowding in jails. Zuma, who had initially been released on medical parole in September 2021, began serving a 15-month prison sentence in July of that year for contempt of court. The decision to release him on medical parole was later deemed unlawful by the Court of Appeal.