DA challenges Ramaphosa's 26 May speech in Electoral Court

25 July 2024

The Democratic Alliance (DA) is appearing before the Electoral Court today in a case against President Cyril Ramaphosa, following his speech to the nation shortly before the May election. Download the Founding Affidavit here.

The DA’s contends the President's speech contained content to advance the ANC's prospects in the election. This, the DA argues, was an abuse of a state institution for party political purposes.

Amongst other things, this violated the Electoral code of conduct which the President was bound to uphold.

Despite efforts to reach a settlement, the case is proceeding, underscoring the DA's commitment to preventing public office bearers misusing state institutions for partisan purposes.

The DA is resolute in its defense of the Constitution, and the separation between party and state.

Issued by Helen Zille, Chairperson of the DA Federal Council, 25 July 2024