DA: Review of State of Capture report is unconstitutional
The DA has once again called on President Jacob Zuma to implement the remedial action ordered in the State of Capture report. President Zuma is unhappy with the report, and has taken it on judicial review.
Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane yesterday announced that she has filed for an intention to oppose President Zuma's application, but will seek legal advice before making a final decision.
According to a statement, the DA notes in particular the order to establish a Judicial Commission of Inquiry into the matter.
"President Zuma's review application must be seen for what is - a delaying tactic to buy himself time while he plots his next insidious move to protect himself, his friends, the Guptas, and an intricate criminal syndicate," the party says.
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They add that the President's "scandals" and "disregard" for the constitution compromise his ability to carry out his duty of building a thriving economy and creating jobs.
"It is South Africans who suffer under the corrupt brand of governance of President Zuma and the ANC," the DA says.
The DA has also noted that the Public Protector is "seriously considering" taking legal action against the party over its allegatioma that she was a spy.
"Should her legal action proceed, Advocate Mkhwebane must fund this litigation personally, not with the people's money, as these accusations were made prior to her appointment" the party concludes.