Ramaphosa: Corruption-accused ANC officials to step aside
President Cyril Ramaphosa says all members of the African National Congress (ANC) charged with corruption and other serious crimes must step down from leadership positions.
The decision comes after the governing party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) met at the weekend to discuss the allegations of corruption levelled against some of the top brass.
Ramaphosa said the NEC has vowed to take decisive action against malfeasance.
“Cadres of the ANC who are formally charged for corruption or other serious crimes must immediately step aside from all leadership positions in the ANC, legislatures or other government structures pending the finalisation of their cases.
“The Officials, as mandated, will develop guidelines and procedures on implementation, and the next NWC meeting will review progress. In cases where this has not happened, such individuals will be instructed to step aside,” he added.
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“Cadres of the ANC who are reported to be involved in corrupt and other serious criminal practices must go to the Integrity Commission to explain themselves. Those who do not give an acceptable explanation may be suspended,” Ramaphosa explained.
“The NEC will meet with the Integrity Commission with a view to strengthen its role in restoring the values of the ANC, and ensuring that it has the means and the resources it needs to carry out its mandate.”
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Ramaphosa: Corruption-accused ANC officials to step aside by Nokukhanya Mntambo on Scribd