Days before the inaugural session of the seventh parliament, the Western Cape High Court ruled that the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) are not entitled to disrupt parliamentary proceedings. This judicial decision marks a continued setback for the EFF in its legal battles concerning its conduct in Parliament. Earlier in the year, the EFF had petitioned the court against the Speaker of the National Assembly, the Minister of Police, and the Chairman of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP). The EFF sought a declaration that the forced removal of 23 of its MPs during the 2015 parliamentary elections and the 2017 State of the Nation Address (SONA) was unconstitutional. These disruptions pertained to demands that then-President Jacob Zuma repay public funds used for non-essential upgrades to his Nkandla residence. The court’s ruling underscores the importance of maintaining order during parliamentary activities. News24 remains committed to delivering essential news and encouraging informed citizenry through fearless journalism.
Original Source: Jan Gerber
Date: 2024-06-12 13:07:45
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