Electoral Commission Challenges Court Decision to let Zuma contest for the Upcoming elections.

This decision follows a recent ruling by the Electoral Court. The statement mentions, "The decision follows the appeal by the MK Party.

Angela Angela
Apr 12, 2024 - 12:40 Updated: Apr 12, 2024 - 12:42
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Electoral Commission Challenges Court Decision to let Zuma contest for the Upcoming elections.
IEC Chairperson, Mosotho Moepya speaks during a media briefing to announce the status of political parties submission of audited financial statements at Election house in Centurion, 16 May 2023. Picture: Neil McCartney / The Citizen

The Electoral Commission has confirmed that they have lodged an appeal at the Constitutional Court seeking clarity on Section 47(1)e) of the Constitution. The Commission stated, "The Commission confirms that it has lodged an urgent appeal to the Constitutional Court seeking clarity and interpretation of Section 47(1)e) of the Constitution."

This decision follows a recent ruling by the Electoral Court. The statement mentions, "The decision follows the appeal by the MK Party." Additionally, the Commission emphasizes the importance of clarity on this constitutional provision, stating, "Such clarity is important in the present matter because of an active issue but also for future elections."

In response to the recent ruling by the Electoral Court in favor of former President Jacob Zuma, the Electoral Commission asserts that the decision lacks merit. The statement reads, "The IEC says the decision by the Electoral court to unbar Zuma lacks merit."

The Commission's decision to seek clarification from the Constitutional Court underscores its commitment to ensuring the integrity and fairness of electoral processes in the country.

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