At the recent 112th anniversary celebration of the African National Congress (ANC), in Mbombela Mpumalanga, supporters made a bold statement by parading a makeshift coffin with divisive messages aimed at former President Jacob Zuma.
One side of the coffin read “RIP Zuma,” while the other side displayed “RIP MK Party.” This spectacle occurred amidst Zuma’s ongoing trial for a 1999 weapons deal and his recent denouncement of the ANC in favour of a newly formed political party, Umkhonto we Sizwe.
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Zuma’s decision to distance himself from the ANC and align with a rival political party has the potential to impact the ANC’s electoral support, particularly in the KwaZulu-Natal province.
This region has historically been a stronghold for Zuma and his loyal supporters. The alliance between Zuma and former ANC secretary-general Ace Magashule further complicates the political landscape, as it brings together two influential figures who have expressed discontent with the current ANC leadership.
While the display of the coffin at the ANC anniversary event may have been intended as a symbolic gesture, it has sparked controversy and raised concerns about the growing divisions within the party.
Some view it as a reflection of the frustration and disillusionment felt by certain ANC supporters towards Zuma and the party’s leadership.
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The ANC now faces the challenge of maintaining unity and regaining the trust of its supporters in the face of these internal divisions. The upcoming elections will be a crucial test for the party as it strives to navigate these turbulent waters and secure electoral success.
As the ANC prepares for national elections, the pressure to secure over 50% of the electoral vote intensifies. Failure to do so could result in the ANC being forced into a coalition agreement with opposition parties.
ANC supporters parade a makeshift coffin lambasting former President Jacob Zuma. “RIP Zuma” on one side and “RIP MK Party” on the other.@Alpha_Mero25 pic.twitter.com/cCdnpueWZo
— EWN Reporter (@ewnreporter) January 13, 2024
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