Former President Jacob Zuma has been asked by the Constitutional Court to make a written submission regarding statements made by the Electoral Commission’s (IEC) Commissioner, Janet Love.
This request comes amid a case that will determine Zuma’s eligibility to stand for public office.
The MK Party, represented by its legal counsel, argued last week that Love displayed bias when she stated that Zuma would not be eligible for public office due to his 15-month sentence handed down by the Constitutional Court.
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The Constitutional Court has posed seven questions to all parties involved in the case. One of these questions addresses whether Love should have refrained from expressing her opinion on Zuma’s eligibility.
Another question explores whether Love should have recused herself from participating in the IEC’s determination of Zuma’s eligibility. Additionally, the court seeks to understand the potential impact of Love’s participation on the IEC’s determination process.
The respondent’s legal counsel argued on Friday that Love prematurely announced the disqualification of the former president during a press briefing.
The Electoral Commission is now seeking clarity and the correct interpretation of Section 47(1)(e) of the Constitution. The judgment on this matter has been reserved.
Amid these proceedings, Zuma has announced that, although he remains a member of the ANC, he intends to vote for the MK Party. The ANC’s disciplinary committee recently postponed Zuma’s hearing, citing security concerns.
Zuma faces two charges related to an alleged breach of the ANC’s constitution after publicly endorsing the MK Party and actively campaigning for it. He made these remarks at an MK Party rally in KwaMashu, located north of Durban.
Zuma clarified his position, stating, “I want you to know this because some people are asking, ‘Why is he still in the ANC?’
“I am not really staying there. I am just keeping my membership there. I’m not going to vote for it. I’m going to vote here. And when we have won, I’ll go and knock and say, ‘Bring back our ANC.'”
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