The African Transformation Movement (ATM) has filed a motion with the Constitutional Court, seeking clarification on a Western Cape High Court order that halted the parliamentary impeachment committee’s activities.
The ATM argues that the order is too vague, leading to confusion regarding the proper conduct of public impeachment hearings.
The ATM’s concerns stem from the lack of clarity in the High Court’s order, which does not explicitly define what constitutes a “public impeachment hearing. “This ambiguity has raised questions about the applicability of the order to the committee’s normal proceedings, creating uncertainty for Parliament and political parties. ATM leader Vuyo Zungula emphasized the need for clarity, stating that the vagueness of the order could lead to different interpretations and affect compliance by political parties and Parliament itself.
The Phala Phala saga has been a pivotal issue in the impeachment inquiry against President Cyril Ramaphosa.
An independent panel found that Ramaphosa may have violated the law and the constitution, and the impeachment process is currently under review. Advocate William Mokhare argued against the interim interdict, asserting that the High Court should respect the Constitutional Court’s judgment in the Phala Phala case and allow the impeachment process to proceed.
The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party also voiced its disapproval of the attempt to interdict the impeachment proceedings, with MK Party parliamentary leader John Hlophe criticizing the Western Cape High Court’s jurisdiction.
As the ATM awaits the Constitutional Court’s guidance, the future of the impeachment proceedings remains in limbo, highlighting the intricate legal challenges surrounding the ongoing inquiry.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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