The MK Party has launched a scathing attack on South Africa’s Constitutional Court after it dismissed former president Jacob Zuma’s urgent application challenging President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to place Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on leave and appoint acting minister Firoz Cachalia.
In a strongly-worded statement, MK spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela accused the court of “turning a blind eye” to what the party calls constitutional violations by Ramaphosa. The court ruled the application didn’t meet requirements for direct access, with reasons to follow later.
The ruling allows Ramaphosa’s appointment of Cachalia and the continuation of the Madlanga Commission to proceed. However, the MK Party claims this creates an unconstitutional situation with “two police ministers” being paid simultaneously.
Key Demands:
1. Ramaphosa must resign by Friday 8 August 2025
2. The President must explain why taxpayers should fund “two police ministers”
3. Answers required on 15 questions regarding the CR17 and Phala Phala matters
Ndhlela warned that any MPs opposing their planned motion of no confidence would “face the justified anger of South Africans.” The party also plans to request Chief Justice Mandisa Maya to urgently provide the court’s full reasoning.
The MK Party has vowed to continue peaceful protests supporting KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who they claim is being targeted for exposing corruption. They allege Ramaphosa is protecting Mchunu in exchange for covering up past scandals.
The judiciary has been approached for comment. Political analysts suggest this escalation reflects growing tensions between Ramaphosa’s administration and Zuma-aligned factions ahead of the 2026 local elections.
