ALBAWABA- South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) made a significant move on Monday, suspending former President Jacob Zuma from the party and announcing plans to legally challenge a rival group advocating in his name, as reported by AFP.
ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula emphasized that individuals like Zuma, whose actions contradict the party's values, will be excluded from the ANC.
This decision, anticipated by many, highlights ongoing divisions within the ANC, especially as the country gears up for this year's general election, where the ANC's long-standing dominance is expected to face challenges.
Zuma, who served as South Africa's president from 2009 to 2018, left office amid corruption allegations and has since distanced himself from the party he once led.
Recently, he declared support for a new party, uMkhonto We Sizwe (MK), invoking the name of ANC's former armed wing during the anti-apartheid struggle.
Mbalula hinted at further action, suggesting the ANC could seek deregistration of the MK party and challenge its trademark.
This development follows discussions at the party's National Executive Committee, which included President Cyril Ramaphosa.
