uMkhonto weSizwe Party Files Motion of No Confidence in Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africans Divided
- The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has lost faith in President Cyril Ramaphosa and wants him gone
- The party cited a range of concerns about the president, from rising crime to national security failures
- South Africans shared their thoughts on the party's plan, debating whether it would work
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Briefly News journalist Byron Pillay has dedicated a decade to reporting on the South African political landscape, crime, and social issues. He spent 10 years working for the Northern Natal Courier before transitioning to online journalism.
GAUTENG – The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has officially filed a Motion of No Confidence in President Cyril Ramaphosa.
The party previously threatened to take action against the president, as it is unhappy with some of the decisions he’s made of late. Parliament is now expected to schedule a time and date for the urgent debate on the matter.
Why is the party unhappy with Ramaphosa?
In a letter to the National Assembly speaker, the party cited a range of concerns, from rising crime and economic management to national security failures. The party also claimed that the president’s leadership eroded public trust and allowed the State to steadily unravel.
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The party called for a special sitting of Parliament within the next two weeks to debate and then vote on the motion.
The filing of the motion came after the party expressed unhappiness with the president on a few occasions. It first criticised him over his delayed response to allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
The party then demanded that Ramaphosa resign on Mandela Day, on 18 July 2025.
How did South Africans react?
Social media users were divided by the decision. While some found it amusing, others thought it was a good idea, while others saw it as a waste of time.
Tumisang Ralekoa joked:
“Zuma is busy for a person his age 😂.”
Khosa Ike suggested:
“Zuma is afraid Ramaphosa will break his nine-year presidency record. That's childish.”
Phila Bright said:
“GNU members won't dare vote against it. They will protect him at all costs.”
Nontobeko Fuze said:
“Let's sign a petition of no confidence as South Africans.”
Mpilo MaNdlovu Lushaba added:
“It's a good thing. If only the other parties would join, but I don't see them doing that.”
Gugulethu Mbatha stated:
“It’s about time. I don’t know why the other parties sit in comfort when things are obviously not fine.”
Oscar Poor said:
“It’s a waste of time and energy.”
Langisa Nwambhazima asked:
“Look who's talking. Do they have a plan on what to do after removing him?”
John Steenhuisen slams MK Party's plans
Briefly News reported that John Steenhuisen weighed in on the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party threats against President Cyril Ramaphosa.
The Democratic Alliance leader stated that the MK Party was the last party to talk about good governance, considering Jacob Zuma's track record.
South Africans took to social media to share their thoughts on the Democratic Alliance leader defending the president of the African National Congress.
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