Ramaphosa ignores MK Party deadline, motion of no confidence filed
The party had issued an ultimatum for Ramaphosa to resign or retract comments he made during a national address concerning Police Minister Senzo Mchunu. The president did not to meet the MK Party's 18 July deadline.
At a press briefing on Tuesday, 22 July, the party shared its latest developments, including its legal pursuits.
The briefing was led by MK Party deputy president and its leader in Parliament, John Hlophe, and chief whip Colleen Makhubele. Members of Parliament ((MPs) Des Van Rooyen, Sanele Mwali, Wesley Douglas, Brian Molefe, and Sibongiseni Majola were also present.
Makhubele stated that the motion was brought forward due to Ramaphosa's alleged 'failures' to dismiss Mchunu and to protect the country's most vulnerable citizens.
The move comes just days after the party's Mandela Day march, which called for Ramaphosa's resignation. The MK Party claimed the march had strengthened its call for justice and accountability.
A motion of no confidence is a formal mechanism used by MPs. It indicates that they no longer support the president or the Cabinet. If the motion is passed, it may lead to the resignation or removal of the individual or group concerned.
According to Section 102 of the Constitution, any MP may propose such a motion. The speaker of the National Assembly is required to give the motion due consideration and must consult with the leader of government Bbsiness and the chief whip of the majority party before scheduling it.
The speaker must also be satisfied that the motion complies with relevant rules and legal requirements. Once approved, the motion must be scheduled, debated, and voted on within a reasonable period.
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