MOTION OF NO CONFIDENCE
Zuma supporters and opponents ready for protests
President Jacob Zuma’s supporters and detractors are set to descend on the streets of Cape Town as the motion of no confidence against him takes place next week, a situation that could result in volatile clashes. National Assembly Speaker Baleka Mbete has not yet pronounced on whether the vote in the motion will be held in secret or not. Her decision could fuel the tense situation. Should she opt for an open ballot, opposition parties are likely to interdict the motion and haul her back to court. And should she allow a secret ballot, those backing the president are likely to feel betrayed. There is also a possibility that Mbete would announce her decision on the ballot as the motion commences on the day. This could mean a lengthy sitting, with court action still possible during proceedings. Civil society, opposition parties and church groups will be protesting outside Parliament, calling on ANC MPs to vote Zuma out amid the deepening economic and credibility crisis his administratio...
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