The African National Congress (ANC) secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula, accuses the Democratic Alliance (DA) of joining the government of national unity (GNU) to hinder transformation efforts. Mbalula's statement follows the DA's opposition to three recent bills signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa, including the Expropriation Act, which the DA intends to challenge in court. The DA argues that the Act is unconstitutional, while Mbalula suggests the DA's actions are deliberate attempts to slow down progress. Meanwhile, DA leader John Steenhuisen calls for a 'reset' of the GNU agreement, emphasizing their role as partners, not spectators. The Expropriation Act has also caused internal tension within the Public Works Ministry.
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula says the Democratic Alliance joined the government of national unity to “put brakes on transformation.”
He added that the DA was aware of the challenges within the GNU when they joined, just as the ANC was. The NHI Act aims to provide access to both public and private healthcare sectors, ensuring that services are within reach for all citizens.
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