ANC NEC member Andile Lungisa has fired back at Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen over his remarks about the detention of former president Jacob Zuma. Steenhuisen had stated that Zuma should be held accountable for his actions and that he was attempting to evade justice. However, Lungisa, a staunch supporter of Zuma, vehemently disagreed with this sentiment.
Lungisa dismissed Steenhuisen’s statement, stating, “That nonsense will never happen.” He also found support in Julius Malema, the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), who argued that Zuma had already served his term and should not be sent back to prison. Malema further warned that such a move could incite protests and lead to the destruction of infrastructure.
The African National Congress (ANC) in KwaZulu-Natal province joined in the defense of Zuma and criticized the DA’s call for Zuma’s immediate detention. Bheki Mtolo, the ANC secretary in KwaZulu-Natal, accused the DA of reveling in the division among black people and affirmed the ANC’s support for Zuma.
The controversy surrounding Zuma’s legal battles has been ongoing. Recently, the Constitutional Court dismissed Zuma’s application for leave to appeal a judgment by the Supreme Court of Appeal. The DA leader took this opportunity to reiterate his belief that Zuma belonged in jail and accused him of using vexatious litigation as a desperate attempt to evade justice.
The conflicting statements from political figures indicate the deep divisions and differing opinions within the South African political landscape. Zuma’s tenure as president was marred by corruption allegations and his subsequent legal battles, which have had far-reaching implications for the country. As the discourse continues, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold and what impact it will have on South Africa’s political stability.
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https://twitter.com/mrlungisa/status/1679904465166508032?t=TiyRmc7wwEsC5snOhot8TA&s=19
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