The Democratic Alliance (DA) on Thursday announced its decision to
table a motion of 'no confidence' in President Jacob Zuma in Parliament.
This
follows the revelation by South African Communist Party (SACP) second
deputy general secretary Solly Mapaila that Zuma had expressed his
intention to axe Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan and his deputy, Mcebisi
Jonas.
The motion will be tabled in terms of Section 102 of the Constitution, DA leader Mmusi Maimane has said.
"At
a time when nine million South Africans are without work and our
fragile economy requires leadership and clear policy direction,
President Zuma continues to play ‘Russian Roulette’ with our economy and
the future of our country," said Maimane.
"I
have therefore written to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms
Baleka Mbete, in this regard, indicating our intention to have the
motion debated and voted on by Parliament once it is back in session."
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