Will Ramaphosa fire Lindiwe Sisulu? Insiders say probably not

ANC insiders say president is unlikely to act for fear it could jeopardise his chances of winning a second term

16 January 2022 - 00:05 By AMANDA KHOZA and KGOTHATSO MADISA

As calls grow for President Cyril Ramaphosa to take action against tourism minister Lindiwe Sisulu, ANC insiders fear that firing her could jeopardise his chances of winning a second term when the party holds its national conference in December.

The Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (Casac) has called for Sisulu’s sacking after her attack on the constitution and judiciary. It says she breached the oath she took when she was appointed to the cabinet...

This article is reserved for Sunday Times subscribers.

A subscription gives you full digital access to all Sunday Times content.

Already subscribed? Simply sign in below.

Registered on the BusinessLIVE, Business Day or Financial Mail websites? Sign in with the same details.



Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@timeslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.