Cape Town – Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party leader Jacob Zuma is set to address the nation on Sunday to discuss the current political situation in South Africa.
The party announced that Zuma will address the nation at a “pivotal media conference” to discuss various topics.
“This is regarding the current political situation and ongoing developments in South Africa, covering a range of topics that are currently vital to the national discourse and the future trajectory of the nation.”
UMKHONTO WE SIZWE PRESIDENT JACOB ZUMA TO ADDRESS THE NATION
Date: Sunday, 16 June 2024
Time: 14h00President Jacob Zuma will address the nation at a pivotal media conference regarding the current political situation and ongoing developments in South Africa,
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— uMkhonto WeSizwe Party (@MkhontoweSizwex) June 14, 2024
Despite gaining significant votes, the MK party did not retain control in KwaZulu-Natal and failed to influence national politics significantly.
According to The Citizen, critics predict the party will be short-lived.
However, if the MK party allies with smaller opposition parties, it could challenge the African National Congress (ANC)-led government of national unity (GNU).
The ANC is still negotiating with the MK party to form the GNU.
The MK party decided to participate in provincial legislatures but did not send its MPs to the National Assembly.
The Constitutional Court rejected the MK party’s attempt to block the first parliamentary sitting and overturn election results.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
