Discussion | Phala Phala impeachment process intensifies

The battle over the Phala Phala impeachment process has intensified, with President Cyril Ramaphosa seeking to halt Parliament's impeachment inquiry through an urgent court application. While the impeachment committee has resolved to oppose the application, the decision by National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza not to oppose it herself has sparked criticism from opposition parties, who argue that the Speaker has a constitutional duty to defend Parliament and its oversight role. The developments have reignited debate about the independence of Parliament, the constitutional responsibilities of the Speaker, and whether political considerations are overshadowing Parliament's duty to hold the executive accountable. To unpack these issues, we are joined African Christian Democractic Party (ACDP) Parliamentary Whip and member of the Impeachment Committee, Steve Swart, and Executive Secretary of CASAC, Lawson Naidoo. For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.