The Electoral Court has explained why it rejected the objection to Jacob Zuma being on the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK) candidate list. The party has been under fire.
The Electoral Court clarified its decision regarding the objection to Jacob Zuma 's inclusion on the uMkhonto weSizwe Party candidate list
The Independent Electoral Commission has filed an urgent application directly to the Constitutional Court, seeking clarity on the interpretation of Section 47 of the Constitution. With degrees in Journalism and International Politics, she delved into the intricacies of political landscapes at The Citizen newspaper, African News Network, and Newzroom Afrika. Pillay has also completed a training course from Google News Initiative.
The Electoral Court has given reasons over its ruling regarding Jacob Zuma’s candidacy for the uMkhonto weSizwe Party. Images: @Phill MagakoeZuma wasn't given a chance This section states that citizens eligible to vote for the National Assembly can be members, except those sentenced to more than 12 months imprisonment without the option of a fine. It also states that someone isn't considered sentenced until they've appealed or the time for an appeal has passed.Netizens were confused about the reasons made to allow the MK party leader to be on the candidaet list.
"Nonsensical reasons, but anyway, let the criminal go to parliament; what is the use of denying him, but you say prisoners must vote.""Jacob Zuma is not a bad guy, but there are individuals who are pushing hard to make him look bad."
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