ANC expels Zuma

Former South African President Jacob Zuma has been expelled from the African National Congress (ANC) for forming a rival political party, the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK), which received approximately 14% of the national vote in the recent elections. The ANC's disciplinary committee found that Zuma's actions prejudiced the integrity of the party and violated its constitution, leading to the decision for expulsion, although he has the right to appeal within 21 days. The MK's rise contributed to the ANC losing its parliamentary majority for the first time since 1994, resulting in the formation of a coalition government. Zuma has criticized the ANC under current President Cyril Ramaphosa, claiming it has deviated from its founding principles. Reactions to Zuma's expulsion have been mixed, with some supporters welcoming the move as necessary for party unity, while others view it as an attempt to silence dissent within the ANC. The situation reflects ongoing tensions within South African politics, particularly related to Zuma's controversial legacy and the current state of the ANC.